Entry-Level Project Controls Coordinator

Insight Global; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) after 90 days

Paid sick leave and other paid time-of

Job summary

Insight Global is seeking a Project Administrator to support the Project Controls Cost Team on large-scale construction projects in Austin, TX. This role is ideal for someone recent out of college or with 1–2 years of experience in engineering, construction, or project coordination who wants to break into project controls.

You will handle day-to-day cost control, invoices, tracking, and reporting. The position offers day-one benefits including medical, dental, and vision, with 401(k) eligibility

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business, or related required.
• 0–2 years of experience in construction, engineering, or project environments.
• Experience with invoicing / billing / cost tracking required.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to handle repetitive tasks.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day cost control and project administration activities
• Assist with invoice processing, tracking, and reconciliation
• Maintain and update Excel trackers and cost reports
• Track project spend, budgets, and cost data
• Support change orders and budget adjustments in internal systems
• Coordinate with project managers, cost engineers, and field teams
• Assist with weekly/monthly reporting for project leadership
• Help organize project documentation and support administrative needs

Skills

Attention to detail

Cost tracking

Invoicing

Administrative support

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business, or related

Tools

Power BI

ERP tools

Cost systems

Job description

Insight Global is seeking a Project Administrator to support the Project Controls Cost Team on large-scale construction projects in Austin, TX. This role is ideal for someone recent out of college or with 1–2 years of experience in engineering, construction, or project coordination who wants to break into project controls.

You will handle day-to-day cost control, invoices, tracking, and reporting. The position offers day-one benefits including medical, dental, and vision, with 401(k) eligibility