Project Controls Lead — Energy Infrastructure Projects

United Grid Solutions; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

United Grid Solutions is seeking a Project Controls Specialist to support engineering and construction across energy technologies. The role focuses on creating and maintaining project schedules, budgeting, forecasting and reporting to drive project success through lifecycle stages.

The ideal candidate has 0–3 years of experience in the utility sector, strong analytical and communication skills, and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required.
• 0–3 years’ experience in the utility or energy sector preferred.
• Proven scheduling, management and technical skills for complex projects.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Create, maintain and progress project schedules using Primavera P6.
• Prepare monthly reports comparing baselines to progress schedules, including critical path, resource loading and costs.
• Ensure accurate accounting treatment and capital postings for reporting and budgets.
• Prepare and present reports, action plans and mitigation strategies based on critical path analysis.
• Provide scheduling support for all projects and coordinate priorities with resources.
• Travel to project sites within North America as needed.

Skills

Scheduling

Project management

Communication

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Independence

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

Microsoft Project

Oracle Unifier

Microsoft Office

Job description

United Grid Solutions is seeking a Project Controls Specialist to support engineering and construction across energy technologies. The role focuses on creating and maintaining project schedules, budgeting, forecasting and reporting to drive project success through lifecycle stages.

The ideal candidate has 0–3 years of experience in the utility sector, strong analytical and communication skills, and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.