Project Controls Specialist

HDR, Inc.; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 79,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Retirement plan with employer match

Employee ownership culture

Job summary

The role requires a Bachelor’s in Construction Management or Engineering, 5+ years in project controls, and professional certifications (PSP, PMP, PE, CM, EVP, PMI-SP, CST).

HDR offers comprehensive benefits and an employee-owned culture that empowers you to lead progress and deliver safe, sustainable infrastructure.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Engineering.
• Minimum 5 years of project controls work on engineering and construction projects (or equivalent).
• Certifications (PSP, PMP, PE, CM, EVP, PMI-SP, CST).
• Ability to interpret construction schedules.
• Active participation in an employee-owned culture.

Responsibilities

• Establish WBS, and develop and maintain complex project schedules for various phases of the project.
• Coordinate with necessary team members.
• Develop and monitor project metrics.
• Participate in project coordination meetings.
• Conduct project site visits if applicable.
• Conduct schedule baseline and schedule update reviews.
• Develop cost estimates.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Engineering

PSP, PMP, PE, CM, EVP, PMI-SP, CST certifications

Job description

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

Watch Our Story: ' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story'

Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

We believe transportation is more than movement, it's the foundation of connected, thriving communities. As part of HDR's Transportation Business Group, you'll help shape the systems that move people and goods safely, efficiently, and sustainably. From designing resilient highways and iconic bridges to advancing transit, passenger and freight rail, aviation, federal transportation ports and marine infrastructure, your work will directly support economic vitality, public safety, sustainable and resilient communities and quality of life. We bring together planners, engineers, architects, construction management staff, environmental, strategic communications, economists, management consultants and specialists across disciplines to solve complex mobility challenges with innovation, technical excellence, and a deep understanding of community needs. Whether you're modernizing aging infrastructure or pioneering next-generation transportation solutions, your contributions will help define the future of mobility. This isn't just a job, it's a chance to lead progress, drive meaningful impact, and leave a legacy of smarter, more connected transportation networks. We are all employee-owners at HDR, which is the foundation of our collaborative culture that connects employees around the world.

In the role of Project Controls Specialist, we'll count on you to:

• Establish WBS, and develop and maintain complex project schedules for various phases of the project
• Coordinate with necessary team members
• Develop and monitor project metrics
• Participate in project coordination meetings
• Conduct project site visits if applicable
• Conduct schedule baseline and schedule update reviews
• Develop cost estimates
• Perform other duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Engineering
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in project controls work on engineering and construction projects (or equivalent), preferably including planning, estimating, forecasting, scheduling, cost control, schedule control, and project reports
• Certifications (one or more): PSP, PMP, PE, CM, EVP, PMI-SP, CST
• Ability to interpret construction schedules

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree
  
• The capability to actively progress knowledge in the areas of:
  • Oral and written communication skills
  • Interpersonal and leadership skills
  • Coordination and prioritization of multiple long and short-term tasks
  • Organizational, analytical and problem-solving abilities
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

What We Believe

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment

As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location. (Stated benefits are for full-time regular positions. Temporary and part-time roles eligible for limited benefits.) {Cincinnati}: $78,540 - $112,200

Primary Location: United States-Ohio-Cincinnati

Industry: Freight Rail

Schedule: Full-time

Employee Status: Regular

BusinessClass: Railway Design

Job Posting: Oct 6, 2026