Project Controls Specialist

Project Controls Specialist

Location: Oak Ridge, TN
Duration: Long-term Contract

We are seeking a Project Controls Specialist for a contract opportunity supporting complex engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) projects in Oak Ridge, TN. This role will partner closely with project management and accounting teams to ensure projects are executed on schedule and within budget while maintaining high standards of accuracy and reporting.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead project controls processes to support successful project execution within budget and schedule
• Set up and maintain projects within Enterprise Planning & Controls systems
• Analyze project data, review logs, and generate reports using project controls tools
• Develop and maintain Work Breakdown Structures (WBS)
• Prepare and manage schedules, cost reports, cash flow forecasts, and project performance metrics
• Support engineering, procurement, construction planning, scheduling, logistics, and cost control efforts
• Serve as a technical resource and point of contact for project teams
• Review and approve purchase orders and subcontracts for proper cost coding
• Track and document changes to cost reports and forecasts
• Collaborate with Project Management and Accounting teams to review costs, contingencies, and support audits
• Review upstream and downstream change orders for accuracy and impact
• Develop and present detailed cash flow reports
• Build and maintain project schedules, including logic ties and resource loading
• Support Interactive Project Planning Meetings (IPPM)
• Generate and customize schedule reports for various stakeholders
• Analyze schedule performance, including critical path and forecasting impacts
• Perform "what-if scenario analysis for schedule optimization
• Develop and maintain Earned Value Management (EVM) systems
• Track and validate progress measurements and maintain progress curves
• Conduct material takeoffs and quality checks on project controls deliverables
• Perform field audits to validate reporting accuracy and processes
• Assist with project forensic analysis when required
• Ensure compliance with all company policies, procedures, and safety standards

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field
  • Relevant experience may be substituted for degree requirements
• Minimum 3 years of direct project controls experience
• Experience with Primavera P6 preferred
• Strong understanding of scheduling, cost control, and project forecasting methodologies
• Knowledge of critical path method (CPM) scheduling and earned value management
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to work collaboratively across cross-functional teams

Additional Requirements

• OSHA 10-hour certification (or ability to obtain)
• Ability to support field activities and perform site audits as needed