Project Controls Specialist

Herzog; Saint Joseph (MO); On-site; USD 75,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental coverage

Nationwide travel opportunities

Job summary

Herzog Contracting Corp. is seeking a meticulous Project Controls Specialist in St. Joseph, MO to support cost forecasting, budgeting, and reporting across project lifecycles.

You will work with field operations, project management, estimating, and finance to standardize data and drive continuous improvement. The role requires 5+ years in construction project controls and strong Excel, with preferred exposure to Power BI/Tableau and Procore or similar platforms.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in construction project controls, data analysis, estimating, finance, or project management support.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and advanced data analysis techniques.
• Strong understanding of scheduling, cost controls, forecasting, and operational reporting.

Responsibilities

• Support Project Controls Manager and project teams with cost forecasting, budget management, cash flow tracking, and project performance reporting throughout the project lifecycle.
• Monitor and analyze project costs, production quantities, labor productivity, and KPIs to identify trends and support decision-making.
• Develop and maintain project controls dashboards, reporting tools, and performance metrics for timely visibility.
• Assist with project planning, progress tracking, schedule updates, and operational reviews to support execution.

Skills

Excel

Data analysis

Scheduling

Forecasting

Reporting

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Power BI

Tableau

Procore

CMiC

WinEst

SAP

EcoSys

Job description

Overview

Herzog Contracting Corp. is currently seeking a highly detailed Project Controls Specialist in St. Joseph, MO to join our team.

Duties And Responsibilities

• This is a non-exhaustive overview of the job duties for this position.
• Support Project Controls Manager and project teams with cost forecasting, budget management, cash flow tracking, and project performance reporting throughout the project lifecycle.
• Monitor and analyze project costs, production quantities, labor productivity, and key performance metrics to identify trends and support decision-making.
• Develop and maintain project controls dashboards, reporting tools, and performance metrics to provide timely and accurate project visibility.
• Assist with project planning, progress tracking, schedule updates, and operational reviews to support successful project execution.
• Prepare and distribute project, division, and executive-level reports, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and compliance with company standards.
• Support joint venture (JV) projects through reporting, documentation management, meeting preparation, and contract compliance tracking.
• Collaborate with field operations, project management, estimating, and finance teams to drive project controls best practices, data standardization, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Regular and consistent engagement, participation and promotion of Herzog’s Culture and its essential behaviors are a requirement for this position.
• Regular and predictable attendance and punctuality are a requirement for this position.
• Other duties as assigned.

Travel

• Some nationwide travel required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 5+ years of experience in construction project controls, data analysis, estimating, finance, or project management support.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and advanced data analysis techniques.
• Strong understanding of construction scheduling, cost controls, forecasting, and operational reporting.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced construction environment.
• Experience with Power BI, Tableau, or other business intelligence and visualization tools preferred.
• Familiarity with Procore, CMiC, WinEst, SAP, EcoSys, or similar construction/project management platforms is a bonus.
• Experience supporting industrial, commercial, infrastructure, or heavy civil construction projects preferred.

Pre-Employment Requirements

• Subject to pre-employment background check and motor vehicle report review.
• Subject to pre-employment physical, medical evaluation, and drug screen.
• Successfully complete and maintain any required safety certification and testing on an annual basis.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described below must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential job functions of this role. This is a non-exhaustive overview of the physical requirements of this job.

• Work primarily in an office environment.
• Frequently sits for extended periods of time.
• Frequently use a computer keyboard and office related equipment.
• Requires occasional standing, walking, lifting, stooping or bending.
• Must successfully pass color/vision examinations as required by the position.
• Must be able to hear and distinguish auditory signals as required by the position.

Safety

• Herzog is nationally recognized for its excellent corporate safety record which results from all employees at all levels, in all positions adhering to established policies and procedures. Reporting any and all safety violations to your immediate supervisor is a prerequisite for continued employment. Safety diligence by all results in a safe work environment for all.

Benefits

• Herzog offers a robust benefits package including medical and dental coverage. The plans are specific to projects and locations.

Why Herzog

Founded in 1969, Herzog is headquartered in St. Joseph, Missouri, with a satellite office in Fort Worth, Texas. Over the course of our 50+ year history, Herzog has become a national leader in the construction, operations and maintenance of commuter rail, light rail, streetcar, and freight rail projects. We believe our culture is at the heart of our existence. It is that belief which empowers every member of our professional family to act with purpose and passion as they advance their career throughout their personal pursuit of excellence. Backed by over five decades of experience, Herzog delivers exceptional customer service and elite results. Our success is the outcome of our relentless pursuit of excellence, our passion for our customers, safety without compromise, and a deep-rooted belief in the power of team. We invite you to join us on our journey to excellence as we work to be better today than yesterday and better tomorrow than today. It is the policy of Herzog Contracting Corp. to provide equal opportunity in employment for all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnicity, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, age, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, military status, veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by law.