Project Controls Associate

Integra; Sandersville (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Job summary

Integra invites a Project Controls Associate to join a development-track program rooted in core cost, scheduling, progress, change, and risk management for multi-billion-dollar data center projects. You will rotate through office-based training, then transition to field assignments alongside construction and engineering teams.

You will gain mentorship, pursue certifications (AACE PMI), and work with Costpoint, Procore, Primavera P6, Power BI, and Excel, shaping a path to Cost Lead or Scheduler.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, business, finance, supply chain, economics, or related field.
• 0–5 years of experience; internships/co-ops/related coursework considered in lieu of professional experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Office; aptitude for learning Procore, Power BI, and ERP cost systems.
• Strong analytical mindset and comfort with large data sets.
• Excellent organization and attention to detail; ability to meet 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.

Responsibilities

• Support integration of cost, schedule, and progress into a single, reliable view of project performance.
• Maintain project data within the approved WBS and CBS.
• Apply SOPs and monthly controls calendar to ensure on-time deliverables.
• Assist with budget setup, actuals loading, commitment tracking, and accrual preparation.
• Develop ETC and EAC, including variance identification and month-over-month movement analysis.
• Reconcile cost data with Finance & Accounting and escalate discrepancies.
• Support schedule updates, milestone tracking, and schedule-driven cost impacts.
• Collect and verify field progress data and quantity installed.
• Maintain progress curves, quantity tracking, and productivity reporting.
• Maintain the change log; assist in documenting cost and schedule impacts.
• Support the risk register with monthly snapshots and mitigation tracking.
• Prepare accurate internal and client reports, dashboards, and monthly project reviews.
• Translate data into narratives: what changed, why, and action required.
• Foster interdisciplinary communication across engineering, procurement, manufacturing, construction, and finance.
• Identify opportunities to improve workflows, templates, and data quality.
• Support development and maintenance of Project Controls SOPs.

Skills

Excel

Analytical mindset

Communication

Attention to detail

Ownership

Curiosity

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Tools

Procore

Power BI

Primavera P6

ERP cost systems

Job description

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.

Location: Georgia

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 Integra’s 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 Associate’s 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 escalation 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 one.
• A structured development path: office-based training ? field assignment ? specialization in cost, scheduling, progress, change, or risk.
• Mentorship from senior Project Controls professionals and a defined progression track toward Cost Lead, Scheduler, or Project Controls Manager.
• Support toward industry certification (AACE CCP/PSP/EVP or PMI-SP) and reimbursement of eligible professional dues.
• Hands-on experience with industry-standard tools including Costpoint, Procore, Primavera P6, Power BI, and Excel.

Location, Travel, & Work Enviroment

• Position begins in the Houston, TX office for onboarding and front-end training, with mobilization to an active project site thereafter.
• Relocation and per diem support provided for site assignments in accordance with company policy.
• Field assignments require the use of personal protective equipment and adherence to all site safety requirements.
• Requires occasionally performing activities including, but not limited to, bending, stooping, grasping, reaching, twisting, turning and/or lifting.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, business administration, finance, supply chain, economics, or a related field.
• 0–5 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, & 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

We believe your best work happens when you feel supported - professionally, personally, and financially. That’s why we offer a range of benefits designed to help you thrive, stay healthy, and plan for the future.

• 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 family’s 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.

Come build with us

At Integra, we’re driven by a vision to transform the data center industry. We specialize in delivering optimized turnkey solutions that bring together speed, quality, and reliability - helping our clients build and operate the mission-critical infrastructure that powers today’s digital world.

Integra is a vertically integrated company - owning and managing every phase of the process from site selection and design to manufacturing, procurement, commissioning, and warranty. This approach allows us to move faster, solve challenges more efficiently, and deliver exceptional outcomes for our partners.

What truly sets Integra apart is our people. We are a team of problem-solvers, engineers, builders, and operators who thrive on tackling complex challenges and delivering results. Our culture values collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement - because in a rapidly evolving digital landscape, excellence and adaptability matter.

Joining Integra means being part of a company that is shaping the future of data center infrastructure. If you’re passionate about innovation, impact, and building systems the world depends on, you’ll find the opportunity to grow and make a difference here.

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 [e-mail]