Project Controls Specialist

FMG + COMPANY; Philippines; On-site; PHP 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

FMG + COMPANY is seeking a Projects Controls Specialist to oversee cost, schedule and risk across capital projects, focusing on design phases. You will develop budgets, manage accrual accounting and procurement, and forecast performance.

The role requires strong analytics, experience with large public or transportation projects, and proficiency in Excel, MS Project, and SharePoint. Full or part-time on-site opportunities are available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent training in project management.
• 5+ years of experience.
• Experience in transportation or public agency projects.
• Project controls/architecture/engineering/design/construction management preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist project managers with multi-project development from concept to risk register.
• Collaborate with all parties to progress multiple projects in parallel.
• Support monthly budget and schedule performance analyses.
• Maintain project document control in client systems.
• Set up cost control systems linking accounting and reporting.
• Provide timely information to enable corrective actions.
• Ensure changes are reflected in baselines and schedule.
• Drive the project review process.

Skills

Detail oriented

Analytical

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Client liaison

Stakeholder management

Presentation skills

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Architecture, Business, or Accounting

Project management certification

Experience in transportation/public agency projects

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Project

SharePoint

Job description

Open Position

Projects Controls Specialist

The Project Controls Specialist encompasses resources, procedures, and tools for the planning, monitoring and controlling all phases of the capital project lifecycle, specifically focused on design (architecture and/or civil engineering). The ideal candidate is skilled with cost analysis, budget management, accrual accounting, and procurement and brings experience from large capital improvement transit programs/projects. Responsibilities include budget development, cost and schedule management, risk management, change management, earned value progressing, and forecasting.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist client and internal project managers with managing multiple projects through the entire development life cycle from concept including project management plans, contracting plans, risk registers
• Collaboration with all parties associated with the project to ensure it progresses according to plan, while working on several other projects simultaneously
• Support the development of monthly budget and schedule performance analysis
• Maintain comprehensive project document control using client designated systems
• Set up cost control systems to link accounting functions and track reporting of commitments, actual costs and forecasts according to project codes and work breakdown structure
• Provide project management team accurate and timely information to facilitate informed decisions and adequate time to take corrective or mitigating actions
• Ensure project elements adhere to the plan and approved changes are reflected in the project baseline and schedule
• Drive the review process

Capabilities and Credentials

• Incorporate and apply knowledge, skills, tools and techniques to project activities to meet project requirements
• Basic understanding and knowledge of standards and tools for project management phases, techniques and tools
• General understanding of architecture and engineering design components and their interdependencies.
• Familiar with public agency projects with multiple funding sources
• Detail oriented, analytical and problem-solving skills
• Experience making presentations and creating reports
• Excellent interpersonal, oral and writing skills
• Ability to interface with all levels of people
• Demonstrate ability to understand client needs and actively monitors client satisfaction.
• Proficiency in relevant software programs (for example Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Project, and SharePoint software)
• Foster and manage trusting relationships with colleagues, clients and relevant stakeholders
• Ability to work under direct and indirect supervision

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Architecture, Business, or Accounting from an accredited college or university preferred or equivalent training and experience in project management
• 5+ years of experience
• Experience in transportation, or public agency projects
• Project controls, architecture and/or engineering design and/or construction management experience preferred
• Project management certification is preferred

Location and Schedule

Full or part-time

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities, and activities that may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

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