Project Control Analyst

HireTalent - Diversity Staffing & Recruiting Firm; Amarillo (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a talented Project Controls Specialist III to enhance project management processes. This role is pivotal in ensuring project success through meticulous cost tracking, accurate forecasting, and effective schedule management. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical skills and a collaborative spirit, working closely with cross-functional teams to drive project performance. If you are passionate about project controls and eager to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in project controls and cost management.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Project Managers to maintain project schedules using Primavera P6.
• Track project costs and provide accurate forecasts.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Communication Skills

Collaboration

Attention to Detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management

Bachelor’s degree in Business

Tools

Primavera P6

SAP Work and Asset Management

MS Excel

Power BI

Tableau

Job description

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Position Summary:

Client is seeking a highly skilled Project Controls Specialist III to support our dynamic project management team. This role involves managing and enhancing project controls processes to ensure project success through accurate forecasting, detailed cost tracking, and schedule management. The ideal candidate will have strong technical expertise and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive project performance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with Project Managers to develop, maintain, and update project schedules using Primavera P6.
• Generate and analyze weekly and monthly reports on project cost and schedule performance.
• Track and manage detailed project costs, providing accurate forecasts and reviewing expenditures.
• Assist in project control activities, including cost variance analysis, schedule updates, and risk identification.
• Utilize SAP Work and Asset Management systems to support project cost tracking and reporting.
• Respond to data requests and provide detailed analytics to facilitate informed decision-making.
• Leverage advanced MS Excel skills to create custom reports, dashboards, and data visualizations.
• Support data-driven project performance insights using analytics tools (preferred).

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business, or related field preferred.
• Experience:
• Minimum 5 years of experience in project controls, cost management, or scheduling.
• Advanced proficiency in MS Excel (pivot tables, formulas, macros, data visualization).
• Experience with Primavera P6 and SAP Work and Asset Management.
• Familiarity with data analytics and reporting tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) preferred.
• Skills and Competencies:
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
• Attention to detail and ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously.

Seniority level

Associate

Employment type

Contract

Job function

Accounting/Auditing, Finance, and Project Management

Industries

Services for Renewable Energy