Project Controls Specialist

Stantec; Sacramento (CA); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Project Controls Specialist to manage budget and cost controls, coordinate with stakeholders, and support project managers. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in project accounting and excellent communication skills. Join a dynamic team and contribute to impactful projects while enjoying competitive benefits.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision plans

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Paid family leave

Flexible spending accounts

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience in project controls or project management.
• Experience in budget and cost controls, including forecasting.

Responsibilities

• Provide budget and financial management support to Project Managers.
• Audit project management reports for financial impacts.

Skills

Budgeting

Cost Control

Communication

Organizational Skills

Education

BS degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

MS Excel

MS Project

SQL

Job description

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Project Controls Specialist - ( 250001UR )

Description

Your Key Responsibilities

• Stantec is seeking a Project Controls Specialist with a solid background in project controls functions. The Project Controls Specialist is a key point of contact for numerous internal and external stakeholders. You will be responsible for all aspects of the position as outlined below.
• Experience is required in all aspects of budget and cost controls including budgeting, forecasting, and earned value management.,
• Requires a thorough understanding of project accounting methods and requirements.
• Solid understanding of principles and methods related to Earned Value Management
• Ability to functionally coordinate with both internal and external business processes and to blend the requirements of both.
• Superior computer skills in the Microsoft Office Suite (specifically desired: expertise in MS Excel). Experience with MS Project and SQL /Share point Applications is a plus.
• Must be detail-oriented with exceptional organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent communication skills (both oral and written)
• Ability to see the "big picture" and use common sense to make decisions.
• Well-developed interpersonal skills with the ability and desire to build trusting, long-term relationships.
• Experienced in working with and providing support to diverse groups in all levels of management.
  
  

As a Self-starter, Under Minimal Supervision, Responsibilities Include

• Providing budget, contract and financial management support to Project Managers
• Understanding contract terms and assisting Project Managers with maintaining the life cycle of projects per client requirements and company guidelines.
• Coordinating with project accounting staff to ensure invoices are submitted per established timelines and contractual requirements.
• Auditing project management reports for financial impacts and provisions for gross profit optimization
• Assisting Project Managers with monthly forecasts and financial estimates
• Supporting Project Managers with project/program enterprise structures, i.e.: Work Breakdown Structures, and Cost Breakdown Structures as part of project budgeting and setup
• Performing and managing all budget and cost control functions
• Preparing month-end reports, variance reports, and ad hoc reports as required
• Performing analytics and interpret project/program data for continuous improvement.
• May train, manage, or mentor others.
• Administrating the use of Project Management Information Systems in the areas such as budget/cost control, document control, reporting.
  
  

Qualifications

Your Capabilities and Credentials

Relevant technical college graduate or BS degree or equivalent with 3 years of experience in a project/program controls, project management, or project accounting position; experience working in a consulting or project management environment strongly preferred.

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other’s talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.

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Salary Range(s)

• SF Area $39/CA Other Areas $34 PH - SF Area $56/CA Other Areas $49 PH Min/Max Pay Range for postings located in CA (SF Area includes SF, SJS & WLC)
  
  

The final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible.

Benefits Summary: Regular full-time and part-time employees have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage and paid family leave. Regular full-time and part-time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year. In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law).

Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law.

The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Primary Location : United States-California-Walnut Creek

Other Locations : United States-California-Sacramento, United States-Nevada-Zephyr Cove, United States-Nevada-Reno, United States-New Mexico-Albuquerque, United States-California-Roseville

Organization : BC-2391 EnvSvcs-US Project Support

Employee Status : Regular

Job Level : Individual Contributor

Travel : No

Schedule : Full-time

Job Posting : May 8, 2025, 12:53:24 PM

Req ID: 250001UR

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Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with local, state and federal laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. EEO including Disability/Protected Veterans

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Project Management and Information Technology

• Industries

  Business Consulting and Services

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