Project Controls Engineer

Scanr Solutions; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Scanr Solutions seeks a Project Controls Engineer to support project planning, coordination, and controls across construction projects. You will work with project controls leadership and field teams to ensure projects are properly structured, documented, and ready for execution.

The ideal candidate has 2–5 years in project controls within construction, with strong WBS, planning, analysis, and reporting skills using Excel and Smartsheet. Office-based role with travel to active sites as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering or related field.
• 2–5 years of experience in project engineering or project controls in construction.
• Understanding of WBS, project planning, and controls processes.
• Strong analytical, communication, organization, and documentation skills.
• Proficiency in Excel, Smartsheet, and other project coordination tools.

Responsibilities

• Assist with developing and reviewing WBS and project coding systems.
• Support project teams with scope reviews, planning, and readiness activities.
• Review project documentation and setup for accuracy and consistency.
• Assist with project startup activities and field team support.
• Maintain documentation of project reviews, findings, and coordination.
• Help improve project controls processes, templates, and planning tools.
• Collaborate with teams to review information, identify discrepancies, and support reporting.

Skills

WBS knowledge

Project planning

Project controls

Analytical skills

Communication

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Smartsheet

Project coordination tools

Job description

We are looking for a Project Controls Engineer to support project planning, coordination, and controls activities across construction projects.This role works closely with project controls leadership and project teams to help ensure projects are properly structured, documented, and ready for execution. Responsibilities include reviewing project setups, validating schedules and cost structures, supporting project planning, and identifying potential gaps or inconsistencies before and during project startup.This is a hands-on opportunity for someone with a background in construction project engineering or project controls who can work independently while collaborating with a broader team.WHAT YOU'LL DOAssist with developing and reviewing Work Breakdown Structures (WBS) and project coding systems.Support project teams with scope reviews, planning, and project readiness activities.Review project documentation and setup to ensure accuracy, completeness, and consistency.Assist with project startup activities and provide support to field teams when needed.Maintain documentation of project reviews, findings, and coordination activities.Help improve project controls processes, templates, and planning tools.Work with project teams to review information, identify discrepancies, and support accurate project reporting.WHAT YOU BRINGBachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related technical field.2–5 years of experience in project engineering or project controls within the construction industry.WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO BE SUCCESSFULUnderstanding of Work Breakdown Structures (WBS), project planning, and project controls processes.Strong analytical skills with the ability to review project information and identify inconsistencies.Ability to work collaboratively with project teams and leadership.Strong communication, organization, and documentation skills.Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Smartsheet, and other project coordination tools.TRAVELApproximately 0–25%, depending on project needs.WORKING CONDITIONSPrimarily office-based, with occasional visits to active jobsites.May involve extended periods of sitting, standing, walking, and computer work.Occasional lifting of up to 30 lbs.Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified individuals with disabilities.