Project Controls Specialist

Jobtailor; Colorado; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor seeks a detail-oriented Project Cost Controller in Colorado to develop and maintain WBS structures, prepare cost baselines, and monitor monthly forecasts ensuring alignment with approved budgets.

You will partner with project teams and managers to allocate costs accurately, raise cost issues early, and contribute to governance with rigorous reporting standards.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Three (3) years of related experience required.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record required.

Responsibilities

• Assist project teams in development of project and cost control documentation including schedules and project execution plans.
• Coordinate with project teams to develop and maintain Work Breakdown Structures (WBSs) and cost baselines.
• Ensure project is included in approved capital budget or identify available funds.
• Recognize and alert Project Managers on cost issues and assist with revisions.
• Ensure costs are allocated correctly to project cost codes and assets.
• Work with Project Managers to accurately forecast project costs on a monthly basis.

Skills

Cost control

WBS development

Cost forecasting

Cross-functional coordination

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Responsibilities

• Assist project teams in development of project and cost control documentation including schedules and project execution plans.
• Responsible for coordinating with project teams to develop and maintain Work Breakdown Structures (WBSs) and cost baselines.
• Ensure project is included in approved capital budget or identify available funds.
• Recognize and alert Project Managers on cost issues and assist with revisions.
• Ensure costs are allocated correctly to project cost codes and assets.
• Work with Project Managers to accurately forecast project costs on a monthly basis.

Requirements

• High School Diploma required.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Three (3) years of related experience required.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record required.

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in project cost control, including the development of Work Breakdown Structures (WBSs) and accurate forecasting of project costs. Proficient in coordinating with project teams to ensure proper allocation of costs and adherence to budgetary constraints.