Project Controls Specialist

DPR Construction; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

DPR Construction in Houston, TX is seeking a Project Controls Specialist to support the implementation of project controls on construction projects. You will collect, organize, and analyze data related to cost, schedule, and progress to inform decisions and keep projects on track.

The role collaborates with project managers and senior controls staff to track performance, develop budgets and forecasts, prepare progress updates, and ensure reporting aligns with DPR procedures.

Qualifications

• Supports implementation of project controls on construction projects.
• Collects and analyzes data related to cost, schedule, and progress.
• Assists development and maintenance of budgets, cost reports, and forecasts.
• Prepares progress updates and analyzes performance against baselines.
• Coords with schedulers and cost managers for data consistency.
• Prepares monthly project review documents.
• Supports cost change management and budget adjustments.
• Works with project managers and senior controls staff.
• Drives continuous improvement of controls practices.

Responsibilities

• Supports implementation of project controls on construction projects.
• Collects and analyzes data related to cost, schedule, and progress.
• Assists development and maintenance of budgets, cost reports, and forecasts.
• Prepares progress updates and analyzes performance against baselines.
• Coords with schedulers and cost managers for data consistency.
• Prepares monthly project review documents.
• Supports cost change management and budget adjustments.
• Works with project managers and senior controls staff.
• Drives continuous improvement of controls practices.

Skills

Project controls

Cost management

Scheduling

Data analysis

Budgeting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, or related field

Job description

## Project Controls SpecialistApply: Houston, TX: Full time: Posted Today: JR-17053## **Job Description****At DPR, roles and responsibilities are more than describing a job title—they are a commitment to building great things together. The job description(s) below defines core responsibilities and the scope of the role and is a starting point. Every employee is expected to lead from where they are, take ownership of outcomes, and always act in the best interest of the team, customer, project and organization.** **As a purpose-driven organization on a journey to be most admired, we rely on trust, shared leadership, open communication, disciplined action and a deep respect for the individual to drive exceptional performance. Success is not just about what we build, but who we build and how we build it: with integrity, enjoyment, uniqueness and an ever-forward mindset.****Job Summary:** Supports the implementation of project controls processes on construction projects. Collects, organizes, and analyzes data related to cost, schedule, and progress to support informed decision-making. Works closely with project managers and senior controls staff to track project performance and ensure compliance with DPR’s procedures and tools. **Key Responsibilities:** Assists in the development and maintenance of project budgets, cost reports, and forecasts. Prepares progress updates and analyzes project performance against baselines. Collects and validates data from project teams to support accurate financial and schedule reporting. Supports cost change management, including tracking and updating budget adjustments. Coordinates with schedulers and cost managers to ensure consistency between time and cost data. Prepares documentation and reports to support monthly project reviews. Contributes to continuous improvement efforts and adoption of best practices in project controls. **Education Qualifications:** Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience required. **Work Experience:** 3–5 years of experience in construction project controls, cost management, or scheduling required. **Certifications and Licenses:** None required; Certified Cost Professional (CCP) or equivalent preferred.