Project Controls Engineer (1440-356)

Ballard Marine Construction; Michigan; On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Project Controls Engineer to enhance their heavy civil construction projects. This role focuses on implementing and maintaining systems that monitor project status and forecasts. You will develop and manage cost and scheduling, interface with clients, and oversee subcontractor contracts. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills, a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Construction Management, and experience with Primavera P6. Join a collaborative team dedicated to safety, innovation, and community impact, and take your career to the next level in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Construction Management preferred.
• 5-7 years of experience in heavy civil construction is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain cost/schedule, analyze and forecast project status.
• Interface with client management and coordinate project control.

Skills

Effective written and verbal communication skills

Ability to read and interpret construction drawings

Working knowledge of computers

Strong organizational and time management skills

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management

5-7 years heavy civil construction experience

Tools

Primavera P6

HCSS Heavy Bid

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Project Controls Engineer opportunity with Traylor Bros., Inc.!

Traylor Bros., Inc. (TBI) National Heavy Civil division provides comprehensive, cutting-edge heavy civil/underground construction services through traditional and non-traditional delivery methods. TBI has completed more than 135 complex bridge construction and rehabilitation projects across the nation, including world record cable-stayed structures and segmental bridges. The group also has a history of providing some of the country’s largest port authorities and the maritime industry with the construction of deep water container piers, wharf facilities, transit terminals, locks, and dams.

What makes us different?

Our Mission is to excel at constructing complex infrastructure safer, better, and faster by engaging our team members' entrepreneurial and innovative spirit and providing limitless opportunity for personal and professional growth in a close-knit and collaborative organization.

Our Core Values:

Safety. We are committed to providing a safe work environment. This is always our priority.

People. Our talented team is our greatest asset. We provide opportunity, reward performance, and support a positive and balanced work environment.

Innovation. We have the ability to engineer creative solutions to overcome any obstacle.

Ethics. We are honest and ethical in all our business dealings.

Communication. We encourage open and honest communication throughout our organization.

Community. We add value to our industry and the communities in which we work.

Position Summary

The primary objective of this role is to implement and maintain procedures, systems, and reports which address project status and forecasts.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain a cost/schedule, analyze, appraise, and forecast schedules, cost, estimating, and information functions.
• Interface with client management and coordinate project control with other related programs and within the core group.
• Coordinate EEO and Small Business functions and labor reporting for the project.
• Maintain subcontractor contracts and payments.
• Maintain and update procurement schedule for the project.
• Maintain cost-loaded schedule and prepare payment applications to the client.
• Manage vendor and subcontractor claims.
• Work with project management on planning, staffing, scheduling, budgeting.
• Participate in project decisions regarding cost and scheduling.
• Investigate problems and/or reported incidents; identify and recommend solutions/alternatives as appropriate.
• Assume additional responsibilities as directed by project management.
• Travel as required to attend, but not limited to, meetings, training, etc.
• Ability to relocate as needed.

Skills and Abilities

• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Working knowledge of computers and experience with Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• The ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• The ability to freely access all points of a construction site in wide-ranging climates and environments.

Education/Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management or Construction related field preferred.
• 5 – 7 years heavy civil construction experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of Primavera P6 required and HCSS Heavy Bid a plus.
• Basic knowledge of estimating, change order pricing and change management a plus.

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Job Location: Sault Ste Marie, Michigan, United States

Position Type: Full-Time/Regular