Construction Project Controls Engineer

EPI Power; Boydton (VA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Comprehensive Benefits Package with HS

Employer-Paid Disability Programs

Employer-Paid Life Insurance

Generous Paid Time Off Provisions

Job summary

EPI Power is seeking an experienced Project Controls Engineer for a Boydton, VA project. The role emphasizes cost control, scheduling, reporting, and coordination with stakeholders on a fast-track data center build.

You’ll work six days a week, with focus on WBS, budgets, milestones, and change management, ensuring quality and compliance across the project lifecycle. This position requires strong collaboration with field teams, subcontractors, and internal clients, and offers comprehensive

Qualifications

• 3+ years in construction project management; cost control and scheduling experience preferred.
• LEAN principles experience desirable; OSHA 10/30 helpful or willing to obtain.
• Strong communication, leadership, and stakeholder coordination required.

Responsibilities

• Track and control project production rates through WBS, standards, and variance analysis.
• Manage RFIs, submittals, change orders, commissioning tracking, and site logistics.
• Help define scope, budget, schedule, milestones, and critical paths.
• Monitor costs and schedules; identify risks and mitigation strategies.
• Facilitate team coordination with subcontractors and stakeholders via meetings and reports.
• Support quality control, documentation, contract administration, and compliance.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Leadership

Negotiation

Project management

Problem solving

Analytical abilities

Communication

Tact

Adaptable

Personal initiative

Education

Industry degree

Tools

MS Word

MS PowerPoint

Excel

Outlook

JDE

Procore

Bluebeam

Asta

Job description

EPI Power is looking for an experienced Project Controls Engineer to be located on a project in Boydton, VA!

EPI Power, LLC ("EPI") is a licensed electrical contractor and subsidiary of The Weitz Company that specializes in data centers. Our mission is to safely deliver industry-leading electrical construction solutions on a fast-track basis. We believe our employees to be our most valuable asset, and we are committed to growing a diverse and inclusive culture that inspires, motivates, and continuously improves.

This role requires the ability to work 6 days per week, Monday – Saturday.

What You’ll Do

• Track and control project production rates by defining work breakdown structures (WBS), establishing production standards, measuring actual performance, analyzing variances, and implementing corrective actions to maintain productivity and schedule adherence. Prepare regular reports to communicate trends, progress, and improvement opportunities.
• Manage project controls functions including RFIs, submittals, change orders, commissioning tracking in Compass, and site logistics coordination to support efficient project execution.
• Support project planning and execution by collaborating with stakeholders to define scope, budget, schedule, milestones, and critical paths, while monitoring performance against established targets.
• Monitor and control project costs and schedules, identify risks and potential delays, and develop mitigation strategies to keep projects on track and within budget.
• Facilitate effective communication and coordination among project teams, subcontractors, and stakeholders through regular meetings, reporting, and performance updates.
• Ensure quality, compliance, and documentation standards are met by supporting quality control processes, maintaining accurate project documentation, and assisting with contract administration and compliance with contractual requirements.

What We’re Looking For

• Education:
  • An industry-related college degree is required. An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
• Experience:
  • A minimum of three (3) years of construction project management experience is required.
  • LEAN principles experience is desirable.
  • OSHA 10 or 30 preferred, or the willingness to obtain upon hire.
• Skills:
  • Attention to detail, time management, judgment, communication, solid leadership, client relations, negotiation, project management, solid construction knowledge, decision-making, conflict resolution, tact, adaptable, problem solving, personal initiative and analytical abilities are all necessary skills.
• Technology:
  • Proficiency in basic computer software programs such as Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook.
  • Employee should have the ability to learn other software (ex: JDE, Procore, Bluebeam, Asta).
  • Training will be provided on company standards.

What We Offer

• Competitive Pay
• Comprehensive Benefits Package with Tax-Advantaged HSA and FSA offerings
• Employer-Paid Short- and Long-Term Disability Programs
• Employer-Paid Life Insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off Provisions