Project Controls Lead: Cost & Schedule (Conceptual)

Salas O'Brien, Inc.; Evansville (IN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Salas O’Brien, Inc. in Evansville, IN seeks a Project Controls Specialist to develop cost estimates and preliminary schedules for conceptual and early design phases. You will analyze drawings, leverage industry data, and coordinate with stakeholders to support project feasibility and budgeting.

The role requires strong analytical skills, proficiency with scheduling software, and the ability to communicate effectively with diverse teams. Five+ years in cost/schedule controls are preferred.

Qualifications

• Five+ years of applicable industry experience.
• Bachelors degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Project Management, or related field.
• Experience in cost estimating and scheduling during conceptual phases.

Responsibilities

• Lead project teams to ensure accuracy and adherence to QA processes.
• Develop and maintain cost estimates based on conceptual designs.
• Prepare and present cost projection reports to stakeholders.
• Develop preliminary project schedules based on design concepts.
• Monitor schedules and identify critical paths and milestones.

Skills

Aspen Capital Cost Estimator

Primavera P6

MS Project

RSMeans

CostX

Cost estimating

Scheduling

AACE knowledge

Drawing interpretation

Excel analytics

Education

Bachelors degree in Construction Management or Engineering

Tools

Bluebeam

Job description

Salas O’Brien, Inc. in Evansville, IN seeks a Project Controls Specialist to develop cost estimates and preliminary schedules for conceptual and early design phases. You will analyze drawings, leverage industry data, and coordinate with stakeholders to support project feasibility and budgeting.

The role requires strong analytical skills, proficiency with scheduling software, and the ability to communicate effectively with diverse teams. Five+ years in cost/schedule controls are preferred.