Junior Project Controls (00523)

Pmaconsultants; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Prescription coverage

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) with company match

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Professional development reimbursement

Job summary

Pmaconsultants is seeking a Junior Project Controls professional to assist cost and schedule management across capital and operational projects. You will collect, analyze, and report cost, schedule, and progress data under close supervision.

Responsibilities include cost control, schedule support, data reporting, and coordination with project teams. A bachelor’s degree is required, with 0+ years of related experience preferred. Proficiency in Primavera P6 and Excel is helpful.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required in engineering, construction management, or finance.
• 0+ years of experience supporting cost, schedule, or project management in construction/engineering/consulting preferred.
• Familiarity with Primavera P6, Excel, and financial tracking tools preferred.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to communicate technical information to both technical and non‑technical audiences.
• Desire to grow within the project controls discipline and develop long‑term capabilities across cost, schedule, and risk functions.

Responsibilities

• Assist with cost control systems, procedures, and data collection.
• Support schedule updates and progress analysis with guidance.
• Prepare data for monthly cost and schedule reports.
• Help track RFIs, submittals, and project documentation.
• Interface with project managers, engineers, and clients to gather inputs.
• Communicate status updates clearly to supervisors and team members.

Skills

Cost control

Schedule analysis

Data reporting

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Detail oriented

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering/construction management/finance

Tools

Primavera P6

Microsoft Excel

Financial tracking tools

Job description

The Junior Project Controls professional supports cost and schedule management functions across capital and operational projects. They work under close supervision to collect, analyze, and report cost, schedule, and progress data.

Cost Management

• Assists with implementing and maintaining cost control systems and procedures.
• Supports cost tracking efforts including budget, actuals, commitments, and forecasts.
• Prepares basic cost reports under guidance, identifying variances and trends.
• Gathers and integrates cost‑related data from multiple stakeholders.
• Assists with reviewing contractor invoices and tracking change order impacts.

Schedule Support

• Supports progress updates and schedule analysis using established tools and methods.
• Performs entry‑level critical path reviews and “what‑if” scenarios with guidance.
• Assists with monitoring schedule performance and identifying early indicators of delay.
• Coordinates with schedulers to align progress data with financial updates.

Reporting & Documentation

• Prepares data for monthly cost and schedule reports.
• Assists with tracking and maintaining logs of RFIs, submittals, and other project documentation.
• Ensures data integrity in project controls systems and tools.
• Contributes to the development of visual and narrative report content for internal and external stakeholders.

Collaboration & Communication

• Interfaces with project managers, engineers, contractors, and clients to gather cost and schedule inputs.
• Supports internal coordination between cost and scheduling teams.
• Communicates status updates clearly and timely to supervisors and team members.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in engineering, construction management, or finance.
• 0+ years of experience supporting cost, schedule, or project management efforts in a construction, engineering, or consulting environment preferred.
• Familiarity with project controls software such as Primavera P6, Microsoft Excel, and financial tracking tools preferred.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to communicate technical information effectively to both technical and non‑technical audiences.
• Desire to grow within the project controls discipline and develop long‑term capabilities across cost, schedule, and risk functions.

Additional Requirements

• Physical: Standing or sitting for long periods; must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times and spend extended hours in front of a computer screen.
• Cognitive: Problem‑solving, written, and verbal communication skills; computer and software skills; and ability to read and interpret text online or in printed form.

Benefits

We offer competitive pay and benefits, wellness programs for you and your family, and career development opportunities to advance your professional goals. Benefits include medical, prescription, dental, vision, time off with pay, 401(k) with company match, life, disability, and professional development reimbursement for qualifying employees.

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression), disability, national origin, or any other characteristic protected under applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. Qualified female and minority applicants are encouraged to apply. EOE, including persons with disabilities and veterans. VEVRAA federal contractor.