Project Controls Specialist II

HDR, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 103,075 - 147,250; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee ownership

Tuition reimbursement

Retirement savings plan with employer‑

Paid time off

Health, dental, vision insurance

Job summary

HDR, Inc. in New York, NY, is seeking a Project Controls professional to shape schedules, cost estimates, and metrics for complex engineering and construction initiatives within HDR's Transportation Business Group.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree or equivalent, a minimum of 5 years' project controls experience, and US employment authorization (visa sponsorship not available). On-site in New York City preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required.
• 5+ years in project controls for engineering/construction projects.
• Strong decision‑making, communication, and leadership skills.
• US employment authorization required; visa sponsorship not available.
• Ability to manage multiple long- and short-term tasks.

Responsibilities

• Establish WBS and develop and maintain complex project schedules for various phases of the project.
• Coordinate with necessary team members.
• Develop and monitor project metrics.
• Participate in project coordination meetings.
• Conduct project site visits if applicable.
• Conduct schedule baseline and schedule update reviews.
• Develop cost estimates.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Skills

Decision making

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Bachelor's degree in Construction or Engineering

Job description

As part of HDR's Transportation Business Group, you will help shape the systems that move people and goods safely, efficiently, and sustainably. Your work will support economic vitality, public safety, and sustainable communities.

Responsibilities

• Establish WBS and develop and maintain complex project schedules for various phases of the project.
• Coordinate with necessary team members.
• Develop and monitor project metrics.
• Participate in project coordination meetings.
• Conduct project site visits if applicable.
• Conduct schedule baseline and schedule update reviews.
• Develop cost estimates.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• A minimum of 5 years' experience in project controls work on engineering and construction projects, including planning, estimating, forecasting, scheduling, cost control, schedule control and project reports.
• Strong decision‑making skills.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Ability to coordinate and prioritize multiple long‑ and short‑term tasks simultaneously.
• Strong organizational, analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Ability to become an active participant of our employee‑owned culture.
• US employment authorization is required; Sponsorship (visa) not available for this position.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction or Engineering.
• Certifications (one or more): PSP, PMP, PE, CM, EVP, PMI-SP, CST.
• Ability to interpret construction schedules.
• Preference given to local candidates.
• Prior experience with an A/E/C firm.

Benefits

We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, health, performance, and success, including medical, dental, vision, short‑ and long‑term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location. (Stated benefits are for full‑time regular positions; temporary and part‑time roles eligible for limited benefits.) New York, NY: $103,075 – $147,250.

Location: United States – New York – New York.