Project Controls Associate

Integra Mission Critical, LLC.; Oklahoma; On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Integra Mission Critical, LLC. is seeking a Project Controls Associate to join the DEPTEC team.

The role focuses on core project controls principles, including cost management, scheduling, progress measurement, change and risk management, and performance reporting for large-scale mission-critical programs. A structured office-based training rotation builds proficiency in Integra's systems and reporting cycles.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent with internships/co-ops considered.
• 5 years of experience or relevant coursework considered in lieu of professional experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and the broader Office suite; aptitude for learning.
• Experience with Procore, Power BI and ERP cost systems.
• Strong analytical mindset and comfort working with large data sets.

Responsibilities

• Support project controls fundamentals and integrate cost, schedule, and progress data.
• Maintain data within WBS and CBS structures.
• Assist with budget setup, actuals loading, validation, and accruals.
• Support ETC/EAC development and variance analysis.
• Help reconcile data with Finance & Accounting and resolve discrepancies.
• Assist in planning, scheduling, progress measurement, and milestone tracking.
• Capture field progress, quantity installed data, and productivity reporting.
• Maintain change logs and risk register with monthly updates.
• Prepare internal and client-facing reports and dashboards.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Organizational skills

Clear communication

Curiosity

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction management / engineering / business / finance

Tools

Excel

Power BI

ERP cost systems

Procore

Job description

Location Project Site Based Department DEPTEC

The Opportunity

The Project Controls Associate is a development track role reporting to the Project Controls Manager focusing on the application of core Project Controls principles cost management planning and scheduling progress measurement change management risk management and performance reporting in support of the delivery of large scale mission critical construction and manufacturing programs. The role offers a structured office based training rotation to build proficiency in Integras systems procedures and reporting cycle. Upon completion of this training the Associate will apply these skills in the field alongside construction engineering and project management teams. Success in this role is measured by accuracy timeliness and consistency of project data and by the Associates progression toward independent ownership of the overall scope of work.

What you will do

• Project Controls Fundamentals
• Support the integration of cost schedule and progress the three pillars of Project Controls into a single reliable view of project performance
• Maintain project data within the approved Work Breakdown Structure WBS and Cost Breakdown Structure CBS
• Apply established Standard Operating Procedures and the monthly controls calendar to ensure consistent on time deliverables
• Cost Management Assist with budget setup actuals loading and validation commitment tracking and accrual preparation
• Support development of the Estimate to Complete ETC and Estimate at Completion EAC including variance identification and month over month movement analysis
• Reconcile cost data with Finance & Accounting and elevate discrepancies
• Planning Scheduling & Progress Measurement Support schedule updates milestone tracking and identification of schedule driven cost impacts
• Collect and verify physical progress and quantity installed data from the field
• Maintain progress curves quantity tracking and productivity reporting
• Change & Risk Management Maintain the change log; assist in documenting cost and schedule impacts of approved and pending changes
• Support the risk register including monthly snapshots and mitigation tracking
• Reporting & Analysis Prepare accurate timely internal and client facing reports dashboards and monthly project review materials
• Translate data into clear narratives what changed why it changed and what action is required
• Foster interdisciplinary communication across engineering procurement manufacturing construction and finance throughout the project lifecycle
• Process Improvement & Systems Identify opportunities to improve workflows templates and data quality
• Support development and maintenance of Project Controls standard operating procedures

What You Will Gain

Direct exposure to multi billion dollar mission critical and hyperscale data center programs from day oneA structured development path office based training field assignment specialization in cost scheduling progress change or riskMentorship from senior Project Controls professionals and a defined progression track toward Cost Lead Scheduler or Project Controls ManagerSupport toward industry certification AACE CCPPSPEVP or PMI SP and reimbursement of eligible professional duesHands on experience with industry standard tools including Costpoint Procore Primavera P6 Power BI and Excel

Location Travel & Work Environment

Position begins in the Houston TX office for onboarding and front end training with mobilization to an active project site thereafterRelocation and per diem support provided for site assignments in accordance with company policyField assignments require the use of personal protective equipment and adherence to all site safety requirementsRequires occasionally performing activities including but not limited to bending stooping grasping reaching twisting turning andor liftingRequired Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in construction management engineering business administration finance supply chain economics or a related field
• 05 years of experience Internships co ops or relevant coursework will be considered in lieu of professional experience
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and the broader Microsoft Office suite; aptitude for learning
• Procore Power BI and ERP cost systems
• Strong analytical mindset and comfort working with large data sets
• Excellent organization and attention to detail; ability to manage recurring deadlines
• Clear written and verbal communication with technical and non technical audiences
• Curiosity ownership and willingness to ask questions in a fast moving environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Internship or co op experience in construction manufacturing or engineering
• Coursework or exposure to earned value management estimating scheduling or cost accounting
• Familiarity with Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project
• Willingness and desire to relocate to a project site for a field assignment

How we support you

• Performance driven rewards
• Competitive pay with incentive opportunities that recognize your results and contributions
• Comprehensive healthcare Medical dental and vision coverage that supports you and your familys total well being
• Security and peace of mind Life and disability insurance programs that provide protection when it matters most
• Flexible benefits options A variety of voluntary benefits so you can personalize coverage to fit your needs
• Time to recharge Generous paid time off to relax travel and maintain a healthy work life balance
• Investing in your growth Education assistance and tuition support to help you build skills and advance your career
• Planning for the future Retirement and savings programs that help you achieve long term financial confidence

Equal Opportunity Statement

Integra provides equal employment opportunities for all people No employee or applicant for employment will be discriminated against because of race creed origin marital status sexual orientation age otherwise qualified disabled or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law If you are a qualified applicant who requires reasonable accommodation to complete a job application pre employment testing a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process please contact talentacquisitionintegracom