Project Controls Engineer III

Baker Construction; Batesville (AR); On-site; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Baker Construction is seeking a Project Controls Engineer III to gather and analyze project data, producing reports on time, quantities and costs to improve profitability. You’ll work with the project team to implement cost targets and drive cost-saving initiatives.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree with construction experience and proficiency in specialized software. Travel up to 25% is expected, with strong emphasis on safety and collaboration to deliver value for complex projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field plus 2 years of construction experience or equivalent
• Ability to read and interpret business documents, regulations and procedures
• Ability to write reports and present information clearly
• Proficiency with computer programs such as Timberline, Primavera, BIM, Filenet, Bindr and MS Office

Responsibilities

• Gather cost information including project schedule, time and quantities, updated daily logs
• Analyze cost information and recommend adjustments to daily cost targets
• Support project team with cost-saving recommendations in procurement, scheduling and resource use
• Generate weekly cost reports and draft monthly financial reports
• Assist with sub-contract changes and billing as needed
• Maintain logs for concrete and rebar and ensure safety guidelines are followed

Skills

Cost analysis

Financial reporting

Analytical thinking

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

2 years construction experience

Tools

Timberline

Primavera

BIM

Filenet

Bindr

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Project management software

Job description

Req ID: 8413

Travel: Up to 25%

Number of Openings: 1

Lay a strong foundation for your future with the nation’s leading specialty concrete contractor. No two days are the same with our diverse team. From day one, you’ll be trusted with real responsibilities and make meaningful contributions to significant projects. You’ll work with experts and mentors at the top of their game, have support to explore fulfilling career paths, and be part of a team that is invested in your development. If you’re hungry to achieve more and determined to distinguish yourself through grit and tenacity, you’ll have everything you need to build on your dreams.

Go further, faster, with a team that values ambition and rewards initiative.

Summary

The Project Controls Engineer III gathers and analyzes project information to produce reports that track time, quantity and costs on a specific project. Reviews this information with the project team to improve profitability on the job.

Roles and Responsibilities

The Project Controls Engineer III will possess competency in the following areas in order to perform his/her role in a safe, productive, and effective manner. Note that the areas listed are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by co-workers assigned to this role. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all the responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with this job.

• Uses the JMP process to gather cost information including but not limited to:
• Project schedule
• Time and quantities
• Updated daily logs
• Analyzes cost information (above) and then recommends to the project team adjustments to daily cost targets and goals
• Supports project team with recommendations on overall cost savings through procurements, scheduling of deliveries, resource management, manpower loading, equipment scheduling, etc.
• Collaborates with project team in generating pending change orders, budget revisions, procurements, financial reports, billings, cash management reports, time, and invoice approvals
• Generates weekly cost reports and drafts the monthly financial report
• May prepare and process sub-contract changes, billing, etc. to be approved by the Controls or Project Manager
• May oversee inventory management, supplier billing oversight, stored materials billings, etc.
• Maintains all logs including by not limited to concrete and rebar logs
• Champions Incident and Injury Free (IIF) environment for project
• Sets example by following safety guidelines including but not limited to wearing PPE on jobs, staying aware of surroundings, etc.
• Complies with proper safety procedures
• Participates in Training/Certification

Requirements

The Project Controls Engineer III will possess the knowledge skill, and/or ability in the following areas essential to perform the functions of the position.

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field from an accredited college or university and 2 years’ related construction experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education, construction experience, and/or training
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret business related periodicals, journals, technical procedures, and government regulations
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedures
• Ability to effectively present information, and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public
• Ability to work with computers and programs (such as Timberline, Primavera, BIM, Filenet, Bindr)
• Proficiency in Microsoft software programs such as Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Ability to use computer programs (such as Primavera, Project Management, FlieNet and Bindr , etc.)
• Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference
• Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations
• Ability to provide strong internal customer service
• Ability to provide constructive feedback to improve profitability on project
• Ability to define problems, collect information, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form
• Ability to understand and use contracts, specifications, drawings, and scope of work

Compensation for this position is expected to range from $XX.XX to $XX.XX per hour (or $XX,XXX to $XX,XXX annually).

Actual compensation offered may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, education, training, skills, certifications, geographic location, market conditions, and business needs.

In addition to base compensation, eligible co-workers may participate in company-sponsored benefits, which may include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement savings plans, and other company-sponsored benefit programs, subject to plan terms and eligibility requirements.

At Baker Construction, we welcome those who are driven to make things happen. In addition to offering great pay, we’ll help you develop the knowledge, confidence, and network to move forward and upward. Make a difference in the lives of those who rely on the structures you help build. Join a company that puts people first, honors its word, and has the grit to achieve greatness so you can build a legacy you will be proud of.

Baker is an EOE Disability/Veterans Employer.

Applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities who require a reasonable accommodation for any or part of the application process may make their requests known by emailing [e-mail] or calling 1-513-539-4000 and asking for HR.