PURIS
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About PURIS PURIS Corp. and our family of companies operate across all 50 states and Canada with 900+ employees dedicated to environmental sustainability and smart and sustainable resource management. We provide trenchless pipe rehabilitation solutions and technology to municipal water, wastewater, and storm water markets. We are the largest independent provider with the broadest range of trenchless technologies and services operating in a market that is increasingly adopting trenchless solutions for its cost, time, and environmental efficiencies.
Position Summary The Project Controls Specialist is a key financial and technical contributor who supports project teams in job setup, cost analysis, earned value tracking, and forecasting. This role co-owns the Estimate at Completion (EAC) with the Project Manager and ensures that all financial reporting and cost control functions are executed accurately and on time. The ideal candidate is structured, analytical, and proactive in identifying trends, risks, and opportunities across the project lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities
Co-own the Estimate at Completion (EAC) with the Project Manager; ensure alignment of production data, labor costs, equipment usage, and financial forecasts.
Lead job setup including cost code structures, budgets, and work breakdown schedules aligned to contract scope.
Monitor actual costs vs. budget and proactively identify cost overruns, inefficiencies, and trends that impact profitability.
Analyze labor, equipment, and subcontractor productivity and report deviations from budgeted assumptions.
Prepare and maintain monthly forecasts and earned value reports; provide inputs to executive dashboards and Project Biweekly Reviews (PBRs).
Support the preparation of project financial reporting packages and track cost performance KPIs throughout the project lifecycle.
Review and validate subcontractor and vendor invoices for cost code accuracy and budget alignment.
Collaborate with PMs and field teams to ensure timely and accurate data input into financial systems.
Maintain documentation and version control for EACs, budget updates, and change orders.
Drive continuous improvement in forecasting methods, EAC templates, and reporting processes.
Qualifications
3+ years of experience in project controls, cost engineering, or financial analysis in a construction or infrastructure setting
Strong understanding of EAC methodology, earned value management, and construction job costing
Experience with POC accounting highly desirable
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with ERP and project management systems (e.g., Acumatica, Procore, CMiC, NetSuite, Foundation, JD Edwards)
Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with operations, accounting, and executive teams
Bachelor’s degree in construction management, Engineering, Finance, or related field
Benefits
Comprehensive and competitive benefits package that includes medical/Rx, dental, vision, critical illness and accident insurance, and short-term disability.
Several 100% company-paid benefits including:
Life Insurance
Long-term disability
Employee assistance program
Bonus program
401(k) savings plan with company match
Generous PTO
10 paid holidays
Tuition reimbursement
Career advancement opportunities
Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disabled.
Job Details
Location: St. Petersburg, FL
Salary range: $58,800 - $94,200 per year
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Project Management and Information Technology
Industries: Utilities
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Project Controls
role at
PURIS .
About PURIS PURIS Corp. and our family of companies operate across all 50 states and Canada with 900+ employees dedicated to environmental sustainability and smart and sustainable resource management. We provide trenchless pipe rehabilitation solutions and technology to municipal water, wastewater, and storm water markets. We are the largest independent provider with the broadest range of trenchless technologies and services operating in a market that is increasingly adopting trenchless solutions for its cost, time, and environmental efficiencies.
Position Summary The Project Controls Specialist is a key financial and technical contributor who supports project teams in job setup, cost analysis, earned value tracking, and forecasting. This role co-owns the Estimate at Completion (EAC) with the Project Manager and ensures that all financial reporting and cost control functions are executed accurately and on time. The ideal candidate is structured, analytical, and proactive in identifying trends, risks, and opportunities across the project lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities
Co-own the Estimate at Completion (EAC) with the Project Manager; ensure alignment of production data, labor costs, equipment usage, and financial forecasts.
Lead job setup including cost code structures, budgets, and work breakdown schedules aligned to contract scope.
Monitor actual costs vs. budget and proactively identify cost overruns, inefficiencies, and trends that impact profitability.
Analyze labor, equipment, and subcontractor productivity and report deviations from budgeted assumptions.
Prepare and maintain monthly forecasts and earned value reports; provide inputs to executive dashboards and Project Biweekly Reviews (PBRs).
Support the preparation of project financial reporting packages and track cost performance KPIs throughout the project lifecycle.
Review and validate subcontractor and vendor invoices for cost code accuracy and budget alignment.
Collaborate with PMs and field teams to ensure timely and accurate data input into financial systems.
Maintain documentation and version control for EACs, budget updates, and change orders.
Drive continuous improvement in forecasting methods, EAC templates, and reporting processes.
Qualifications
3+ years of experience in project controls, cost engineering, or financial analysis in a construction or infrastructure setting
Strong understanding of EAC methodology, earned value management, and construction job costing
Experience with POC accounting highly desirable
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with ERP and project management systems (e.g., Acumatica, Procore, CMiC, NetSuite, Foundation, JD Edwards)
Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with operations, accounting, and executive teams
Bachelor’s degree in construction management, Engineering, Finance, or related field
Benefits
Comprehensive and competitive benefits package that includes medical/Rx, dental, vision, critical illness and accident insurance, and short-term disability.
Several 100% company-paid benefits including:
Life Insurance
Long-term disability
Employee assistance program
Bonus program
401(k) savings plan with company match
Generous PTO
10 paid holidays
Tuition reimbursement
Career advancement opportunities
Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disabled.
Job Details
Location: St. Petersburg, FL
Salary range: $58,800 - $94,200 per year
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Project Management and Information Technology
Industries: Utilities
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