Construction Project Controls Specialist

Aldridge Electric; Des Plaines (IL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Wellness Incentive Programs

Short and Long Term Disability

Flexible Spending Accounts

Life Insurance

Legal Assistance

Identity Protection

Accident & Critical Illness Insurance

Company 401(k) Matching Contributions

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Aldridge is seeking a Project Controls Specialist in Des Plaines, IL to develop and manage GMP-based estimates for construction projects. You will align GMP with schedules, coordinate across estimating, management, field operations, and engineering, and ensure revisions are accurately captured.

The role emphasizes detailed GMP development, risk tracking, and collaboration with executives and clients to keep projects on time and on budget.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in accounting, finance, or related industry.
• Construction experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Align the GMP with preliminary & baseline schedule to confirm labor and equipment forecasts.
• Coordinate estimating, project management, field operations, and engineering to ensure financial accuracy.
• Validate revisions to ensure changes are incorporated into the GMP; maintain a GMP Risk Register.
• Collaborate with Project Management Team and leadership to support construction, project execution, and closeout.

Skills

Accounting/Finance experience

Detail-oriented

Excellent communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance or related field

Job description

Aldridge is seeking a Project Controls Specialist in Des Plaines, IL to develop and manage GMP-based estimates for construction projects. You will align GMP with schedules, coordinate across estimating, management, field operations, and engineering, and ensure revisions are accurately captured.

The role emphasizes detailed GMP development, risk tracking, and collaboration with executives and clients to keep projects on time and on budget.