Project Controls Specialist III (Onsite, 5% Travel)

Pacer Group; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 64,000 - 91,000; Part time

Job summary

Pacer Group is seeking a Project Controls Specialist for a 12-month contract in Utah. The role supports the project team with financial controls, data-driven decision support, and robust project management tools for regional capital projects.

Ideal candidates will have at least five years in planning and cost control within a process industry, along with a high school diploma; a bachelor’s degree is preferred. On-site with travel up to 5% and 56/hr pay rate on a W-2 basis.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in planning, estimating, and construction/maintenance management in a process plant environment.
• High School Diploma or equivalent is required; a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related field is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Leads in the overall project cost and schedule control efforts during capital initiatives.
• Initiates correct structuring setups to facilitate data collection and control monitoring during execution.
• Tracks contractor performance, processes payments and logistics.
• Tracks and forecasts costs throughout the life of the project.
• Tracks progress against budget throughout the year.
• Sets safety example by keeping current on LRST and other safety initiatives.

Skills

Planning & cost control

Construction management

Data tracking & analytics

Procurement software

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or technical discipline (preferred)

Tools

Primavera P6

Microsoft Excel

Project

Access

Job description

Pacer Group is seeking a Project Controls Specialist for a 12-month contract in Utah. The role supports the project team with financial controls, data-driven decision support, and robust project management tools for regional capital projects.

Ideal candidates will have at least five years in planning and cost control within a process industry, along with a high school diploma; a bachelor’s degree is preferred. On-site with travel up to 5% and 56/hr pay rate on a W-2 basis.