Project Controls Specialist

We are seeking an experienced Heavy Civil Construction Project Controls Specialist to assist with leading planning, execution, and delivery of a complex remote infrastructure project. This role focuses heavily on CPM scheduling, cost and earned value analysis, collaborative planning, and risk management.

• Project Scheduling & Controls
  • Develop, maintain, and manage detailed CPM (Critical Path Method) schedules for heavy civil construction project
  • Perform frequent schedule updates, progress tracking, and variance analysis
  • Identify schedule risks, critical path impacts, and recovery strategies
  • Communicate schedule performance and forecasts to stakeholders
• Cost Management & Earned Value
  • Track project budgets, commitments, and actual costs
  • Perform earned value analysis (EVA) to measure project performance and productivity
  • Prepare cost forecasts, identify trends, and recommend corrective actions
  • Support financial reporting and ensure alignment with project objectives
• Quantity Takeoffs & Production Tracking
  • Perform detailed quantity takeoffs for key work items
  • Track installed quantities against budget and schedule
  • Analyze productivity rates and production performance
  • Support field teams with data-driven insights for improved execution
• Collaborative Planning & Stakeholder Coordination
  • Lead collaborative work plan development with internal project teams
  • Facilitate workshop-style planning sessions involving project stakeholders
  • Coordinate closely with project owners and third-party construction administration teams
  • Negotiate sequencing, phasing, and execution strategies to align expectations
• Risk Management
  • Identify, evaluate, and document project risks and opportunities
  • Lead risk analysis efforts and maintain risk registers
  • Develop risk mitigation strategies and assign ownership of risk elements
  • Continuously monitor and adjust risk strategies throughout the project lifecycle
• Subcontractor Management
  • Analyze subcontractor bids and evaluate cost competitiveness and scope completeness
  • Lead subcontractor selection and procurement processes
  • Monitor subcontractor performance relative to cost, schedule, and quality expectations
• Communication & Remote Coordination
  • Maintain consistent availability via phone and Microsoft Teams for team coordination
  • Provide clear and timely communication to internal teams, clients, and stakeholders

• Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• Extensive experience in heavy civil construction (e.g., highways, bridges, earthwork, utilities)
• Proficiency in CPM scheduling software (e.g., Primavera P6, Microsoft Project)
• Strong understanding of earned value management and project controls
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and stakeholder negotiations
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills