Senior Project Controls Lead: Data-Driven Forecasts

McDermott International, Ltd; Sabine Pass (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

McDermott International, Ltd. is seeking a Senior Project Controls Specialist to support planning, scheduling, cost control, forecasting, and reporting across the project lifecycle.

You will generate timely performance data and dashboards, helping project teams identify trends, risks, and opportunities for informed decision-making. The role requires strong Excel and Power BI skills, familiarity with Primavera P6 or MS Project, and experience with ERP tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business, Finance, Project Management, or related field.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and distribute weekly and monthly project performance reports.
• Create and maintain management dashboards and KPIs for project leadership.
• Analyze project cost, schedule, productivity, and progress performance data.
• Prepare executive-level reporting packages highlighting trends, issues, risks, and opportunities.
• Consolidate project information from multiple sources into concise, meaningful reports.
• Support preparation of project reviews, stage-gate reviews, and client reporting requirements.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Equivalent combination of education and experience

Tools

Power BI

Excel

SharePoint

Primavera P6

MS Project

SAP

Oracle

EcoSys

Prism

Job description

McDermott International, Ltd. is seeking a Senior Project Controls Specialist to support planning, scheduling, cost control, forecasting, and reporting across the project lifecycle.

You will generate timely performance data and dashboards, helping project teams identify trends, risks, and opportunities for informed decision-making. The role requires strong Excel and Power BI skills, familiarity with Primavera P6 or MS Project, and experience with ERP tools.