Project Controls Specialist — Scheduling & Risk

Motive Power Inc; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Motive Power Inc. in Houston, TX is seeking a Project Controls Specialist to support project managers with scheduling, performance management, and risk oversight.

You will develop schedules and Work Breakdown Structures (WBS), analyze variances, maintain risk registers, and report on project health while coordinating across field and office teams. Applicants should bring 5–7 years of project controls experience and a strong analytics mindset.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of experience in project controls or scheduling.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Experience in utilities, construction, oil and gas, or renewable energy industries is a plus.
• Proficiency with Primavera P6 and MS Project.
• Strong analytical and reporting skills.

Responsibilities

• Support project managers with schedule and performance controls.
• Develop and maintain project schedules and Work Breakdown Structures (WBS).
• Analyze variances and identify root causes of deviations.
• Maintain risk registers and mitigation strategies.
• Prepare dashboards and KPIs for project health.
• Promote governance, safety, and quality standards across projects.

Skills

Scheduling

Risk management

Analytics

Communication

Forecasting

Education

PMI PMP certification

CAPM certification

PMI-SP certification

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

Cost management tools

Job description

Motive Power Inc. in Houston, TX is seeking a Project Controls Specialist to support project managers with scheduling, performance management, and risk oversight.

You will develop schedules and Work Breakdown Structures (WBS), analyze variances, maintain risk registers, and report on project health while coordinating across field and office teams. Applicants should bring 5–7 years of project controls experience and a strong analytics mindset.