Staff Project Controls Specialist

ESPO Corporation; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Health insurance

Dental insurance

401k

Job summary

ESPO Corporation is seeking a Staff Project Controls Specialist in Phoenix, AZ, to lead project controls for multiple EPC projects. The role focuses on schedule development, cost control, and earned value reporting to ensure timely, within-budget project delivery.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Construction Management and 3 years of direct project controls experience, with strong communication skills and proficiency in Primavera P6 and Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field; 3 years of direct project controls experience (or equivalent).
• Experience with Oracle Primavera P6 preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• OSHA 10-hour safety certification (ability to obtain acceptable).

Responsibilities

• Lead project controls processes for the internal PM team to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery.
• Manage project setup, schedules, cost reports, cash flows, and forecasts.
• Oversee planning, scheduling, logistics, and cost control for multiple EPC projects.
• Serve as primary contact for project controls questions within the team.
• Coordinate cost reviews with Accounting and manage change orders.

Skills

Project controls

Schedule management

Data analysis

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Construction Management

Tools

Oracle Primavera P6

Microsoft Office

Job description

STAFF PROJECT CONTROLS SPECIALIST

Contract-to-Hire

Location: Phoenix, AZ

Our global EPC Firm client is hiring a Staff Project Controls Specialist for a contract-to-hire opportunity in Phoenix, AZ. The Staff Project Controls Specialist leads project controls processes for the internal project management team, ensuring project deliverables are completed on time and within budget. This role requires strong analytical and communication skills, proficiency in project controls software (Oracle Primavera P6 preferred), and a deep understanding of engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) project management.

Responsibilities

• Manage project setup and data analysis within the Enterprise Planning & Controls software (and other relevant tools). This includes creating Work Breakdown Structures (WBS), developing and maintaining schedules, cost reports, cash flows, and forecasts.
• Oversee all aspects of project planning, scheduling, logistics, and cost control for multiple EPC projects.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for project team technical questions regarding project controls.
• Manage and approve purchase orders and subcontracts, ensuring proper coding.
• Collaborate with the Project Management Team and Accounting Department on project cost reviews, contingency planning, and external audits.
• Review and manage change orders (prime contract, purchase orders, and subcontracts).
• Develop and present comprehensive cash flow reports and various schedule reports (including critical path analysis and resource loading).
• Implement and maintain an earned value management system, including progress measurement, progress curves, and material takeoffs.
• Conduct field audits to validate reporting accuracy and processes.
• Support Interactive Project Planning Meetings (IPPM).
• Perform schedule "what-if" scenarios and project forensic analysis (as needed).
• Perform quality checks and inspections on project controls deliverables.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field, and 3 years of direct project controls experience
  • or applicable experience may be substituted for the degree requirement.
• Experience with Oracle Primavera P6 preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• OSHA 10‑hour safety certification (ability to obtain is acceptable).

Benefits

ESPO has a comprehensive benefits package which includes PTO, Group Health and Dental Insurance, and 401k after you have satisfied the necessary waiting periods.

Equity and Diversity

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value the benefits of diversity in our workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, or any other attribute or protected characteristic by law. If you need assistance applying, please get in touch with us directly.