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Consertus

Project Controls Specialist II

Consertus, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290

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Project Controls Specialist II

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About Us Consertus is a global capital program management and advisory firm that combines deep human expertise with advanced digital tools to deliver smarter, faster, and more sustainable outcomes. Headquartered in Miami, Florida, and supported by a team of more than 1,000 professionals worldwide, we help clients plan, execute, and optimize large-scale capital programs.

Job Description Consertus offers integrated services spanning digital, advisory, and delivery, empowering organizations to navigate complexity, manage risk, and achieve strategic goals across a range of sectors including aviation, transportation, transit, water, healthcare, energy, education, government, commercial, life sciences, and technology. We celebrate individual strengths, foster strong relationships, and promote flexibility in how and where we work. Join us to grow your career, develop your skills, and make a lasting impact as we transform how the world is built.

About This Role As a Project Controls Specialist II, you will be responsible for the management of cost control tasks from project initiation to closeout while adhering to client financial reporting requirements. You will interface with multiple project stakeholders to gather input necessary for accurate reporting. You will develop, monitor, analyze, and report cost performance for multiple projects within the utility industry.

Key Responsibilities

Create initial cost forecasts through analysis of initial cost estimates and/or utilization of historical data.

Support efforts to secure project funding and authorization.

Interface with project stakeholders to obtain initial life of project cash flow.

Review cost data inputs and document new and/or updated forecasted costs, actual costs, and accruals for client reports.

Analyze project cost variances for causation and, if necessary, support recovery plan efforts.

Communicate with management and project teams to elevate and promote dialogue with stakeholders to mitigate project issues.

Lead and/or attend cost review meetings with internal Project Management and Client Management.

Support with financial close of projects.

Reporting

Track project financial data for commitments, change orders, and expenditures and prepare standard, trending, forecasting, and ad hoc reports / charts.

Coordinate and assemble various summary and detailed recurring reports.

Qualifications / Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field preferred.

Typically requires 8+ years related experience.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Tools with an emphasis on the use of Microsoft Excel.

Experience with Accrual Based Accounting methods.

Compensation Range $85,000-$140,000 annually

What’s In It For You

Company-paid life and disability insurance

Optional benefits like pet insurance, legal, and supplemental health plans

401(k) with day‑one eligibility, 3% safe harbor, plus up to 2.5% company match

Generous time off: 10 paid holidays and PTO at 15 days, growing up to 25

Access to Consertus Academy for continuous learning and development

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Consertus is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and identities, and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, or any other protected status.

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