Project Controls Coordinator, Heavy Civil

Ledcor Group; United States; On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ledcor Group is seeking a Project Controls Coordinator to enhance our Heavy Civil Earthworks team. This site-based role involves traveling to project locations across the U.S., ensuring cost tracking and schedule performance.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 4 years' experience in project controls and a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or related fields. Proficient in Microsoft Office and scheduling tools, the candidate must also have strong communication skills and an understanding of construction processes.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in project controls or related roles in heavy civil construction.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with scheduling tools.
• Strong understanding of construction processes and project coordination.

Responsibilities

• Interpret construction drawings and validate cost and schedule impacts.
• Perform quantity calculations and track work progress for reporting.
• Support field surveying and layout activities.

Skills

Project controls

Field engineering

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Scheduling tools (Primavera)

Construction processes

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or construction management

Tools

Construction planning software

3D model viewers

Document management platforms

Job description

Overview

We’re expanding our Heavy Civil Earthworks team and looking for a driven Project Controls Coordinator who’s ready to be at the center of project execution. In this site based role, you’ll travel to project locations across the U.S. and work directly with field leadership to ensure accurate cost tracking, schedule performance, progress measurement, and documentation. You’ll be embedded with onsite teams, providing real time project controls support that keeps our operations aligned, efficient, and moving forward.

Essential Responsibilities

• Interpret construction drawings and specifications to support field teams and validate cost and schedule impacts
• Perform quantity calculations and track daily/weekly progress of installed work for cost and schedule reporting
• Assist in developing construction work packages, activity plans, and project controls documentation
• Support field surveying and layout activities by capturing accurate quantity and progress data
• Compile, verify, and reconcile daily labor timesheets, equipment reports, and other field-generated data
• Contribute to safety reviews, toolbox talks, and site-wide safety meetings to ensure hazard awareness and compliance
• Coordinate materials tracking, delivery schedules, and receipt verification to support cost and schedule alignment
• Assist with work planning to ensure crews and subcontractors are sequenced efficiently and in alignment with project schedule goals
• Provide project controls oversight, including subcontractor coordination, tracking cost codes, and monitoring field productivity
• Conduct basic engineering calculations and support drafting needs related to quantity tracking or design changes

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in project controls, field engineering, project coordination, or similar roles within heavy civil construction, with proven support across multiple earthworks phases
• Education in civil engineering, construction management, or related field (bachelor’s degree preferred)
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, and familiarity with scheduling tools such as Primavera
• Experience with construction planning software, model viewers (3D), and document management platforms
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to coordinate effectively and engage confidently with field teams and stakeholders
• Strong understanding of construction processes, including project setup, cost coding, RFIs, change orders, subcontractor coordination, and closeout procedures
• Demonstrated leadership, initiative, problem‑solving ability, and commitment to continuous improvement
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail
• Willingness to travel and remain on‑site for the duration of each project

Employment Equity

At Ledcor we believe diversity, equity, and inclusion should be part of everything we do. We are proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, Veteran status, or any other identifying characteristic are encouraged to apply. All applicants must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States. Ledcor participates in E‑Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I‑9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States.