Global Technical Talent
Overview
Primary Job Title:
Staff Project Controls Specialist
Alternate/Related Job Titles:
Project Controls Analyst, Project Scheduler, Cost Control Specialist
Location:
Lexington, KY
Onsite Flexibility:
Onsite
Contract Details:
Position Type: Contract to Hire
Contract Duration: 12 months
Start: As Soon As Possible
Job Summary The
Staff Project Controls Specialist
will lead and support
project controls processes
across planning, scheduling, cost management, and forecasting to ensure projects are executed efficiently and within scope. This role partners closely with internal project management teams to maintain accurate cost, schedule, and resource data using enterprise-level project control software. The ideal candidate combines strong
technical expertise in scheduling and cost control
with the ability to analyze data, forecast performance, and support project execution activities from planning through delivery.
Key Responsibilities
Lead
project controls processes
for multiple projects, ensuring budget and schedule alignment.
Set up projects within the
Enterprise Planning & Controls
software environment.
Create and maintain
Work Breakdown Structures (WBS)
and detailed project schedules.
Develop, implement, and track
cost reports, cash flows, and forecasts .
Coordinate with Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) teams to monitor performance.
Approve purchase orders and subcontracts for correct coding and documentation.
Manage and track project change orders (both upstream and downstream).
Develop and present
cash flow reports
and earned value analyses.
Conduct “what-if” schedule scenarios and provide progress measurement updates.
Support
Interactive Project Planning Meetings (IPPM)
and generate schedule reports.
Ensure data accuracy through audits and quality checks of project control deliverables.
Assist in
forensic project analysis
and performance improvement reviews.
Required Experience
Bachelor’s degree in
Engineering, Construction Management , or a related field; or equivalent experience.
Minimum
3 years of project controls experience .
Strong scheduling background, with cost control experience preferred.
Familiarity with
Oracle Primavera P6
or similar project scheduling tools.
Proficiency in
Microsoft Office Suite
(Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Nice-to-Have Experience
Prior experience in
construction, engineering, or infrastructure
projects.
OSHA 10-hour safety certification (or ability to obtain).
Knowledge of earned value management systems (EVMS).
Experience in resource loading and progress measurement systems.
Required Skills
Project Scheduling & Forecasting
Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) Development
Cost Control & Cash Flow Reporting
Preferred Skills
Primavera P6 & Enterprise Planning Tools
Earned Value Management (EVM)
Data Analysis & Process Improvement
Quality Assurance & Field Audit Support
Additional Skills
Forensic project analysis
Material takeoffs and progress curve development
Change order review and documentation
Education Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
Benefits
Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance Plans
401k Retirement Fund
About the Client Infrastructure Engineering Firm
We design and build essential infrastructure for cities. Our commitment to safety and quality has driven our success since 1898. Join our team and contribute to building a thriving society.
About GTT GTT is a minority-owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, a Native American-owned company in Alaska. As a Native American-owned, economically disadvantaged corporation, we highly value diverse and inclusive workplaces. Our clients include Fortune 500 banking, insurance, financial services, and technology companies, along with major life sciences, biotech, utility, and retail organizations across the U.S. and Canada. We look forward to helping you land your next great career opportunity!
Job Number:
25-27233
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Staff Project Controls Specialist
Alternate/Related Job Titles:
Project Controls Analyst, Project Scheduler, Cost Control Specialist
Location:
Lexington, KY
Onsite Flexibility:
Onsite
Contract Details:
Position Type: Contract to Hire
Contract Duration: 12 months
Start: As Soon As Possible
Job Summary The
Staff Project Controls Specialist
will lead and support
project controls processes
across planning, scheduling, cost management, and forecasting to ensure projects are executed efficiently and within scope. This role partners closely with internal project management teams to maintain accurate cost, schedule, and resource data using enterprise-level project control software. The ideal candidate combines strong
technical expertise in scheduling and cost control
with the ability to analyze data, forecast performance, and support project execution activities from planning through delivery.
Key Responsibilities
Lead
project controls processes
for multiple projects, ensuring budget and schedule alignment.
Set up projects within the
Enterprise Planning & Controls
software environment.
Create and maintain
Work Breakdown Structures (WBS)
and detailed project schedules.
Develop, implement, and track
cost reports, cash flows, and forecasts .
Coordinate with Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) teams to monitor performance.
Approve purchase orders and subcontracts for correct coding and documentation.
Manage and track project change orders (both upstream and downstream).
Develop and present
cash flow reports
and earned value analyses.
Conduct “what-if” schedule scenarios and provide progress measurement updates.
Support
Interactive Project Planning Meetings (IPPM)
and generate schedule reports.
Ensure data accuracy through audits and quality checks of project control deliverables.
Assist in
forensic project analysis
and performance improvement reviews.
Required Experience
Bachelor’s degree in
Engineering, Construction Management , or a related field; or equivalent experience.
Minimum
3 years of project controls experience .
Strong scheduling background, with cost control experience preferred.
Familiarity with
Oracle Primavera P6
or similar project scheduling tools.
Proficiency in
Microsoft Office Suite
(Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Nice-to-Have Experience
Prior experience in
construction, engineering, or infrastructure
projects.
OSHA 10-hour safety certification (or ability to obtain).
Knowledge of earned value management systems (EVMS).
Experience in resource loading and progress measurement systems.
Required Skills
Project Scheduling & Forecasting
Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) Development
Cost Control & Cash Flow Reporting
Preferred Skills
Primavera P6 & Enterprise Planning Tools
Earned Value Management (EVM)
Data Analysis & Process Improvement
Quality Assurance & Field Audit Support
Additional Skills
Forensic project analysis
Material takeoffs and progress curve development
Change order review and documentation
Education Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
Benefits
Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance Plans
401k Retirement Fund
About the Client Infrastructure Engineering Firm
We design and build essential infrastructure for cities. Our commitment to safety and quality has driven our success since 1898. Join our team and contribute to building a thriving society.
About GTT GTT is a minority-owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, a Native American-owned company in Alaska. As a Native American-owned, economically disadvantaged corporation, we highly value diverse and inclusive workplaces. Our clients include Fortune 500 banking, insurance, financial services, and technology companies, along with major life sciences, biotech, utility, and retail organizations across the U.S. and Canada. We look forward to helping you land your next great career opportunity!
Job Number:
25-27233
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#J-18808-Ljbffr