Project Controls Technical Specialist

The Ruhlin Company; Center (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)

401k match

Bonus

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life Insurance

Long Term Disability coverage

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid vacation

Paid sick days

Job summary

A construction services leader is looking for a Project Controls Technical Specialist based in Texas. The role involves supporting project execution and technical development for project engineers. Ideal candidates have a minimum of 3 years experience, strong problem-solving skills, and proficiency in Bluebeam and Microsoft 365 tools. The position includes participation in job fairs and internal mentoring programs, emphasizing a commitment to company values and team success.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years related experience.
• Strong problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent organization and time management.
• Knowledge of construction methods, costing, scheduling, estimating.
• Team-focused mindset.
• Proficient with Bluebeam, Microsoft 365, Teams, Vista, HCSS (preferred).
• Commitment to company values.

Responsibilities

• Develop technical development initiatives for project engineers.
• Collaborate with teams for accurate scheduling and cost tracking.
• Support claim preparation through information organization.
• Participate in job fairs and support internship programs.

Skills

Problem-solving

Organization

Time management

Knowledge of construction methods

Knowledge of costing and scheduling

Teamwork

Proficient with Bluebeam

Proficient with Microsoft 365

Proficient with Teams

Proficient with Vista

Proficient with HCSS

Job description

The Ruhlin Company

Project Controls Technical Specialist

The Ruhlin Company seeks to hire a Project Controls Technical Specialist. This opening is based out of Ruhlin's Sharon Center office. This position reports to the Project Controls Manager.

Summary

Support divisional operations by improving the use of technology and promoting consistent project execution through technical support and skill development for project engineers.

Responsibilities

Employee Technical Development

• Develop, coordinate, and maintain technical development initiatives supporting project engineer effectiveness.
• Identify and evaluate learning tools and resources.
• Support development of an advancement program.
• Deliver technical sessions on systems and best practices.
• Assess technical development needs.
• Identify project engineers for increased responsibility.
• Maintain and update technical manuals and procedures.

Project Execution Support

• Collaborate with teams to ensure accurate schedules, cost tracking, and reporting.
• Participate in handoff and closeout meetings.

Process & Quality

• Support gathering/organizing information for claim preparation.
• Recommend process improvements for efficiency and consistency.
• Review cost and schedule reports for accuracy.
• Analyze project documentation for completeness and alignment.
• Support project start-up and execution by ensuring reporting accuracy.
• Assist in SOP and best practice refinement.

Talent Acquisition & Internship Support

• Participate in job fairs and outreach events.
• Support internship program with mentoring and technical guidance.

Essential Skills and Experience

• Minimum 3 years related experience.
• Strong problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent organization and time management.
• Knowledge of construction methods, costing, scheduling, estimating.
• Team-focused mindset.
• Proficient with Bluebeam, Microsoft 365, Teams, Vista, HCSS (preferred).
• Commitment to company values.

Direct Report(s)

None

About The Ruhlin Company

The Ruhlin Company was founded on a corporate philosophy of partnership. For over 100 years we have created cooperative relationships with our clients by listening closely to their needs and successfully translating their visions into reality. Client satisfaction is the bedrock of our reputation, earned through innovative construction technology, experienced leadership and an unswerving commitment to quality. Today Ruhlin enjoys a national reputation as a construction services leader. From bridges to buildings, client success is built in.

The Ruhlin Company offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees which includes Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP), 401k match, Bonus, Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Long Term Disability coverage, Tutition Reimbursement paid vacation and sick days.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The Ruhlin Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in Ohio's Drug Free Safety Program.

The Ruhlin Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex, age (age 40 or older), color, disability or handicap, veteran/military status, national origin, genetic information, sexual orientation or gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.