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Project Controls Specialist

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CDI Engineering Services

Baton Rouge, LA (In Person)

$117,970 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 2 days ago (Updated 1 day ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 6/29/2026

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Job Description

Overview The Project Controls Specialist, under limited supervision, is responsible for serving as the project team's subject-matter expert in planning & scheduling, progress measurement, cost management, change management, reporting, and analysis. The Project Controls Specialist is a business partner to the project team(s) and understands company processes and key business drivers to problem-solve using technical experience, judgment, and industry best practices.
Responsibilities Specific responsibilities include:
  • Development and implementation of the project controls execution plan.
  • Implementation of the Project Management and Controls System and project initiation process.
  • Implementation of the project OBS, WBS, and CBS in the required financial and progress systems.
  • Understand and follow the company's Project Controls procedures.
  • Demonstrates understanding of Earned Value Management principles.
  • Basic knowledge of EPC contracting types (LS, Cost Plus, Reimbursable).
  • Assists in the Estimate Conforming process.
  • Understands the project chart of accounts and its relationship to the estimate and contract scope to assist project execution.
  • Owns monthly budget, schedule, change management tracking, and project risk reporting.
  • Works closely with Project Accounting to manage project cash flow, revenue recognition, billing.
  • Assists change management efforts, including building of cost estimates in support of change verification.
  • Reporting - Provide Timely and accurate Schedule, Cost and Progress Measurement data and analysis.
  • Knowledge of Scheduling Software and processes and their relationship to cost and progress.
  • Owns project schedule updates, maintenance, review, cost management, and analysis to identify and report trends.
  • Owns risk assessment for the project, including risk and opportunity analysis for all phases of the project.
  • Participate in Closeout Report data collection.
  • Interacts with the Operations team and represents the Company to owners, subcontractors, and their representatives.
  • Supports the professional development and growth of junior project controls personnel. Qualifications Required Education, Experience, and Qualifications
  • 4-year degree in engineering, construction management, business, finance, or related fields.
  • 3 - 5 years of relevant experience in project controls or project management in the commercial construction market.
  • Demonstrates experience using Primavera.
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills.
  • Detail-oriented and willing to tackle various ongoing projects in a fast-paced environment.
  • Problem-solving can-do attitude and high level of coordination skills.
  • Demonstrated effectiveness in working with others in a multifunctional team.
  • Accepts change and works well under pressure.
  • An understanding of JDE Edwards is not required but would be a plus.
  • Knowledge of common business tools such as Microsoft Office applications.
  • Awareness of contract and construction terminology.
Preferred Education, Experience, and Qualifications N/A Travel Requirements 15% of time will be spent traveling to job site(s)/office location. Physical/Work Environment Requirements Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Climbing stairs. Remaining in a stationary position, often kneeling, standing or sitting for prolonged periods. Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers. Quiet environment. Light work that includes adjusting and/or moving objects up to 20 pounds. Pay Range USD $88,380.00 - USD $117,970.00 /Yr.
Qualifications:
Required Education, Experience, and Qualifications
  • 4-year degree in engineering, construction management, business, finance, or related fields.
  • 3 - 5 years of relevant experience in project controls or project management in the commercial construction market.
  • Demonstrates experience using Primavera.
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills.
  • Detail-oriented and willing to tackle various ongoing projects in a fast-paced environment.
  • Problem-solving can-do attitude and high level of coordination skills.
  • Demonstrated effectiveness in working with others in a multifunctional team.
  • Accepts change and works well under pressure.
  • An understanding of JDE Edwards is not required but would be a plus.
  • Knowledge of common business tools such as Microsoft Office applications.
  • Awareness of contract and construction terminology.
Preferred Education, Experience, and Qualifications N/A Travel Requirements 15% of time will be spent traveling to job site(s)/office location. Physical/Work Environment Requirements Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Climbing stairs. Remaining in a stationary position, often kneeling, standing or sitting for prolonged periods. Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers. Quiet environment. Light work that includes adjusting and/or moving objects up to 20 pounds.