Project Controls Specialist I OR Project Controls Specialist II

RiseMe; Raleigh (NC); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Duke Energy in Raleigh, NC is seeking a Project Controls Specialist I (PCS-I) under close supervision to contribute to project control assignments using prescribed methods and tools. This entry-level role introduces forecasting, cost control, scheduling, and change management within a team environment.

Hybrid work arrangement after onboarding, with a requirement to live within a reasonable commute to a Duke Energy facility and travel of 5-15%.

Qualifications

• Note: posting alignment depends on experience; level may be PCS-I or PCS-II.
• Associates degree in Finance, Project Management, Engineering or equivalent.
• In lieu of degree, two years related experience accepted.

Responsibilities

• Generate periodic project controls analytics for leadership communication.
• Assist in tracking changes to project scope, schedule and cost.
• Participate in benchmarking and self-assessment initiatives for process improvement.
• Develop expertise in project controls methodologies and related cost/schedule activities.

Skills

Project management concepts

Scheduling

Financial management

Team collaboration

Education

Associates degree in Finance, Project Management, Engineering or equivalent

High School/GED + 2 years related experience

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

MS Office

Job description

Important Application Submission Information

In order to ensure your application is successfully received before the job posting expires, please submit your application by 11:59 PM on Monday, September 28, 2026

More than a career - a chance to make a difference in people's lives.

Build an exciting, rewarding career with us – help us make a difference for millions of people every day. Consider joining the Duke Energy team, where you'll find a friendly work environment, opportunities for growth and development, recognition for your work, and competitive pay and benefits.

Internal Applicants: This role is only available to individuals who are currently in DEP Transmission Organization

Depending upon the desired qualifications of the successful applicant, the hiring manager may elect to fill this position at a higher level within the job hierarchy.

Job Summary

Project Controls Specialist I (PCS-I) is a position under close supervision that is responsible for aspects of project control assignments as defined by the hiring Business Unit.

The position is responsible for performing specific and limited portions of project control assignments using prescribed methods and tools.

This is an entry level position that requires understanding and application of basic project controls principles and associated project controls software and tools.

PCS-I’s may be exposed to more complex aspects of project controls including estimating, scheduling, project change management, and cost control for orientation and training purposes.

Responsibilities

Generate Periodic Project Controls Analytics

• Assist in creating periodic project analysis of related controls metrics to support communication of assigned functions to project leadership.
• This involves interpretation of trends and indicators through gathering, validating and analyzing data to support project performance metrics.
• Assists project leadership in providing adequate project communications as appropriate.

Perform Change Control

• Assist in tracking, trending and initiating action for changes to project scope, schedule and cost.
• Identifies, assesses, gains approval, and initiates change requests in a manner compliant with internal governance, standards and procedures.
• PCS-I assists with change control associated with contract terms and conditions as appropriate.

Project Controls Benchmarking and Self-Assessment Initiatives

• Participates in benchmarking and assessment initiatives relevant to project controls as assigned.
• Identify improvement opportunities, recommend adoption of Company and Industry best practices, and propose actions to address gaps in performance.

Develop Expertise in Project Controls Methodologies

• Participates in development of project schedules, cost estimates, cash flow, forecasts, change control (scope, cost or schedule) and communications associated with project controls.
• Participate in development of commercial specifications and exhibits for proposed project contracts with regards to elements of project controls.

Basic/Required Qualifications

Note: This posting is for one position. Dependent on relevant experience, the level to which a candidate is aligned is outlined below.

Project Controls Specialist I

• Associates degree in Finance, Project Management, Business, Engineering or equivalent
• In lieu of degree above, high school/GED AND two (2) years minimum required related experience

Project Controls Specialist II

• Associates degree in Engineering, Project management, Finance, Business or Other Related Degree AND two (2) years related work experience
• In lieu of Associates degree(s) AND two (2) years related work experience listed above, High School/GED AND five (5) years related work experience

Desired Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Finance, Business, Project Management, Engineering or equivalent
• Certified Associate of Project Management and/or Project Management Professional
• Software such as MS Project/MS Office Suite, Primavera, Business Objects, Passport, Powerplant, Emax, Peoplesoft
• Risk management tools / Monte Carlo analysis

Working Conditions

• Hybrid Mobility Classification – Work will be performed from both remote and onsite locations after the onboarding period. However, hybrid employees must live within a reasonable commute to their designated Duke Energy facility, not greater than 50 miles one way. Employees are expected to report to their assigned Duke Energy facility as required and directed by their manager, on average 3 full workdays per regular workweek.

Specific Requirements

• Proficiency: Knowledge of project management or project controls concepts. Skill in scheduling or financial management tools or software.
• Demonstrates collaborative teamwork
• ESOSYS and P6 experience a must

The Project Controls Specialist II may have relationships with individuals of varying levels in the following organizations:

• Community Relations
• Corporate Communications
• Construction Management
• Development
• Engineering
• Enterprise Security
• Environmental, Health and Safety
• Finance
• Fuels
• Global Risk Management and Insurance
• Human Resources
• Legal Department
• Operations
• Quality
• Project Management Center of Excellence (PMCoE)
• Project Management
• Regulatory and Compliance
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Supply Chain
• Others
• Project teams of external Suppliers/Vendors

Travel Requirements

5-15%

Relocation Assistance Provided (as applicable)

No

Represented/Union Position

No

Visa Sponsored Position

No. This is not a Visa Sponsored Position. This role requires the ability to work lawfully in the U.S. without employment-based immigration sponsorship, now or in the future.

Please note that in order to be considered for this position, you must possess all of the basic/required qualifications.