Project Controls Coordinator

Aecon U.S.; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Bodell Construction, an Aecon company, is seeking a Project Controls Coordinator to support cost tracking, scheduling updates, and reporting for infrastructure projects in Austin, TX. The role involves working under a Project Controls Manager to ensure accurate data and baseline alignment across initiatives.

Ideal candidates have 1–3 years in construction or project controls and a degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business, or related field.
• 1–3 years of experience in construction, project coordination, or project controls.
• Familiarity with project schedules, cost tracking, and reporting is an asset.
• Must be able to travel to projects.

Responsibilities

• Support project controls systems and data entry for cost tracking and reporting.
• Assist with project setup activities, including WBS and cost loading.
• Provide scheduling updates with progress, quantities, and sequencing.
• Track project progress, labour hours, and costs with site teams.
• Assist in developing and updating cost forecasts and reports.
• Support change notices and change requests documentation.
• Help compile weekly/monthly reports for internal and client use.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Willingness to learn

Education

Engineering/Construction related degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

SAP

Primavera

Job description

Come Build Your Career at Aecon!

Aecon delivers some of the most complex and impactful infrastructure projects — from transformative transportation networks to critical energy, industrial and nuclear programs. The projects we build connect communities and power future generations. With deep roots in North America and a strong footprint internationally, Aecon brings global expertise and proudly serves public and private sector clients through its Construction and Concessions segment.

Aecon delivers some of the most complex and impactful infrastructure projects — from transformative transportation networks to critical energy, industrial and nuclear programs. The projects we build connect communities and power future generations. With deep roots in North America and a strong footprint internationally, Aecon brings global expertise and proudly serves public and private sector clients through its Construction and Concessions segment.

Safety Always is not only our #1 core value – it is the standard that anchors our culture. We believe the most ambitious projects deserve the most committed people. At Aecon, you won’t just build your career — you’ll help build what matters to enable future generations to thrive.

At Aecon, You Can Count On

• Safety Always. Our number one core value. The safety of our people, projects, partners, and stakeholders is our priority focus – today and always.
• Integrity. We lead by example, with humility and courage.
• Accountability. We’re passionate about delivering on our commitments.
• Inclusion. We provide opportunities where people feel valued, supported, and empowered to contribute fully.

We deliver infrastructure with purpose, and our people are at the heart of everything we do. Aecon employees are incredibly proud to build some of the most impactful infrastructure of this generation – we call it Aecon Proud.

At Aecon We

• Ensure you and your family receive the services and benefits needed to support your mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
• Are intentional when it comes to investing in your development. We help you build your career and advance your skills through our Aecon University, tuition reimbursement, and Leadership Programs.
• Are committed to creating work environments focused on mutual respect, teamwork, collaboration, and new ideas, through meaningful initiatives, training, and partnerships with Veteran groups, to ensure we are building with top talent and harnessing our collective strengths within every aspect of our culture.
• Operate responsibly by managing risk, safety, and environmental considerations across all our projects and surrounding communities.

Our success is built on the passion, expertise, and dedication of our people. Together, we embrace strong execution, innovation, and continuous improvement — values that come to life through the unique talents and collaborative spirit of every team member. If you’re inspired to make a difference through future-building projects, join our best-in-class team.

What is the Opportunity?

At Bodell Construction, an Aecon company, our mission is to deliver industry-leading services by integrating the unique needs of dynamic client partners with innovative, value-creating solutions. Through the collaborative efforts of skilled employees, we provide exceptional service to clients and colleagues alike, fostering a culture of vitality and ever forward professional development. Our aim is for our Utah construction company to win by aligning and enhancing ourselves as a team, so we can continuously discover, develop, and deliver the most innovative, value-creating solutions and meet the unique needs of dynamic client partners.

Under the supervision and guidance of a Project Controls Manager, the Project Controls Coordinator will be responsible for providing Project Controls guidance and support to the project.

What You'll Do Here

Project Controls Systems & Tools

• Support the implementation and day-to-day use of project controls systems, ensuring data is entered accurately and consistently
• Assist the project team in using project controls tools for cost tracking, progress measurement, and reporting

Project Setup

• Assist with project setup activities, including WBS structure, cost coding, and cost loading
• Support alignment between the estimate, cost structure, and schedule to ensure a clean baseline

Scheduling Support

• Work with the project team to provide accurate field updates for the schedule, including progress, quantities, and sequencing
• Help ensure scope changes and current site conditions are reflected in the schedule

Progress & Cost Tracking

• Track and enter project progress, quantities, labour hours, and costs in coordination with site teams
• Help ensure labour, equipment, and materials are coded correctly to the appropriate cost accounts
• Assist in preparing project reports, including progress, productivity, and cost performance updates
• Support the team in identifying basic variances between planned and actual performance
• Support in the development and updating of the cost forecast

Scope, Change & Claims Support

• Assist in gathering and organizing supporting documentation for change notices and change requests
• Help track and log potential and approved changes to ensure they are captured in project records

Risk & Reporting

• Support updates to the project risk register by gathering inputs from the project team
• Assist in compiling required weekly and monthly reports for internal and client use

Team & Collaboration

• Work closely with Superintendents, Project Managers, and subcontractors to ensure accurate and timely information flow
• Support coordination between the field and home office project controls team
• Contribute to maintaining accurate and well-organized project records

What You Bring To The Team

• Diploma or degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• 1–3 years of experience in construction, project coordination, or project controls
• Post‑secondary education in Engineering, Business, Construction Management, or a related discipline, or equivalent industry experience
• Familiarity with project schedules, cost tracking, and reporting is an asset
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced field environment and supporting site operations
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; experience with SAP, Primavera, or similar tools is an asset
• Must be able to travel to projects
• Must possess valid driver's license and have access to a vehicle

Aecon fosters belonging within and across our organization. We consider all applicants for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, mental or physical disabilities, veteran status, and all other characteristics protected by law.

We are committed to adhering to the objectives and requirements outlined in the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), and to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner, through the implementation of the requirements of the EEOC and its applicable regulations. Appropriate accommodation under the EEOC will be provided upon request throughout the interview and hiring process.

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