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Project Controls Specialist I

Qualus
Hartford, CT Full Time
POSTED ON 8/12/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/10/2027

Position Overview

Power your future with Qualus in our Program Management department as an Project Controls Specialist. As a Project Control Specialist I you will work on electric transmission line, distribution line, and substation capital projects by providing controls and support services, including scheduling, cost control, and analytics. The Project Controls Specialist I will help manage project costs and schedules, identify project progress, and report to project stakeholders on a consistent basis. The role works closely with Project Management, Engineering, Construction, and Controls teams to ensure accurate planning and efficient execution.

Responsibilities

  • Integrated Scheduling and reporting including resourcing, critical/float path management
  • Cost Analysis and reporting (including charts and diagrams)
  • Forecasting
  • Project performance updating from stakeholders
  • Documentation of cost and schedule data including benchmarking
  • Earned Value analysis
  • Change Management
  • Budgeting
  • Risk Management and change control
  • Contract Oversight
  • Scope Management

 

Qualifications

  • 2-5 years of directly related experience in cost accounting, scheduling, and/or project management on engineering services and/or construction projects
  • Proficiency and knowledge of cost/planning/control and reporting techniques, specifically project accounting practices and use of financial systems (e.g., system input and reporting, invoicing and cash flow, revenue recognition, etc.)
  • Very proficient computer skills using MS Excel, Access, Project, Word and Power Point
  • Working knowledge of Critical Path Method scheduling theories
  • Working knowledge of MS Project and/or Primavera (P6) scheduling software
  • Proven accuracy, reliability, and completeness in job accomplishment
  • Ability to work independently and follow through on assignments
  • Ability to deal with a variety of individuals from various socio-economic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds
  • Effective oral and written communication skills
  • Acceptance that some travel may be required

 

Highly Desired Skills:

  • BS in Accounting, Engineering, Construction Management or related discipline
  • Experience in the T&D utility industry

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Benefits & Compensation

Qualus benefits offered include Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short and Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays, for those who qualify.

 

The final salary awarded for this role may vary from the above range based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. The salary range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes.

Company Overview

Qualus is a leading pure-play power solutions firm and innovator at the forefront of power infrastructure transformation, with differentiated capabilities across grid modernization, resiliency, security, and sustainability. The firm partners with utilities, commercial, industrial, data center, and government clients, and renewable and energy storage developers, offering comprehensive solutions through boutique and integrated advisory, planning, engineering, digital solutions, program management, and specialized field services. Qualus also provides software and technology enabled services and develops breakthrough solutions for critical power industry challenges such as distributed and variable resource integration, emergency management, and secure data exchange. The firm has over 1,800 professionals, with offices throughout the U.S. and Canada.

EEO

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. We are committed to providing an inclusive workplace and do not discriminate on any grounds protected by applicable human rights legislation across Canada and the US.

 

We are committed to a secure and transparent hiring process. We do not request payment or sensitive personal information, such as Social Security numbers or banking details, during the application process. Please use caution and verify opportunities through our official channels.

Salary : $100,000 - $133,000

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