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Project Control Specialist

The Fountain Group
Rapids, IA Contractor
POSTED ON 10/2/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/30/2026
The Fountain Group is currently seeking a ­­­­­­­­Project Control Specialist for a prominent client of ours. This position is located in ­­Cedar Rapids, IA. Details for the position are as follows:

Pay Range: $54 - 94/hr depending on experience and education
Contract: 1 year with possible extension and/or conversion
100% onsite in Cedar Rapids, IA. Per diem will be provided

Job Description:

  • Responsible for the implementation and execution of project controls related work on strategic construction projects.
  • Responsible for the scheduling and cost functions of the project from the development phase through to final project close-out. This includes, but is not limited to, project progress measurement, schedule analysis, cost forecasting, accruals, invoice reviews, preparation and input of updated cash flow forecasts, and for contract oversight and administration as needed.
  • Interfaces with Project and Corporate teams on all items related to the execution of the project and/or program.
  • Acts as the lead resource (subject matter expert) on all project controls related items, including compliance with project specific contractual/commercial terms.
  • Provides training to company and partner users as necessary to support the effective implementation of contractual scheduling.
  • Prepares and maintains a detailed project estimate and ongoing forecast. Ensures the forecast reflects current assessed risks, pending change orders, and contingency. Ensures the corporate outlook models are accurately updated to reflect the current forecast. Monitors and provides early identification and communication of cost performance related to approved amounts from internal and external entities. Interfaces and coordinates with corporate accounting and finance to ensure proper project accounting and forecasting.
  • Performs monthly accruals and contributions to journal entries.
  • Performs detailed schedule reviews and analysis to monitor compliance with contractual dates and to validate progress is accurately reflected and reported.

Qualifications:

  • Relevant experience in project controls, project scheduling, forecasting, etc.

If you are interested in hearing more about the position, please respond to this posting with your resume attached or contact me at olivia.larkin@thefountaingroup.com.

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