Cost Engineer/Senior Project Controls

HKA Enterprises; Robstown (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

HKA Enterprises is seeking a Sr. Project Controls Professional for a site-based assignment across Baton Rouge, LA or Corpus Christi, TX, with future on-site work across the U.S. You will lead cost control, forecast cost and progress, and collaborate with project teams and vendors to ensure accurate reporting.

The role requires 15+ years in project controls, expertise in EVMS, and strong analytical skills. Travel to on-site assignments is required, and familiarity with contracts and pay

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Finance, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 15+ years in project controls with a strong focus on cost management and field operations.
• Experience with Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS) and pay applications on construction contracts.

Responsibilities

• Lead the setup, monitoring, and forecasting of project cost and progress metrics.
• Manage all cost control elements, including budget development and updates, scope change tracking, and expenditure/forecast reporting.
• Maintain accurate data in cost control systems and tools.
• Analyze revenue and cost performance and recommend corrective actions to project and construction managers.
• Review and approve contractor pay applications, ensuring compliance with contractual terms.
• Track and report on construction physical progress using Earned Value Management (EVM).
• Coordinate with contractors to collect and upload weekly progress data into project systems.

Skills

Cost control

Earned Value Management

Project controls

Forecasting

Vendor coordination

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Oracle

Primavera P6

Microsoft Project

EcoSys

Unifier

Synchro

Job description

About the Role

We're seeking an experienced Sr. Project Controls Professional to support an ongoing site-based assignment in Baton Rouge (St. Francisville), LA or Corpus Christi, TX, with future projects also requiring on-site presence across the U.S. This senior-level role is ideal for a detail-oriented, collaborative professional with a strong background in cost control and construction progress tracking. You'll work as part of a dedicated project controls team, collaborating closely with construction teams and vendors to ensure accurate cost tracking, forecasting, and reporting throughout the project lifecycle.

What You'll Do

• Lead the setup, monitoring, and forecasting of project cost and progress metrics
• Manage all cost control elements, including budget development and updates, scope change tracking, and expenditure/forecast reporting
• Maintain accurate data in cost control systems and tools
• Analyze revenue and cost performance and recommend corrective actions to project and construction managers
• Review and approve contractor pay applications, ensuring compliance with contractual terms
• Track and report on construction physical progress using Earned Value Management (EVM)
• Coordinate with contractors to collect and upload weekly progress data into project systems

What You Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Finance, or a related field - or equivalent experience in lieu of a degree
• Minimum of 15 years of experience in project controls, with a strong focus on cost management and field operations
• Familiarity with construction contracts and pay application processes
• Experience with Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS)
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with project controls teams, construction teams, and vendors
• Willingness and ability to travel for on-site assignments

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficiency in project controls and scheduling software, including Oracle, Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, EcoSys, Unifier, or Synchro
• Industry-recognized certifications such as Certified Cost Professional (CCP), Certified Construction Manager (CCM), Project Management Professional (PMP), or Risk Management Professional (RMP)

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