Brindleyengineering

Project Controls Specialist

Houston, TX · Contract

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 7 days ago

Data AnalysisData VisualizationForecastingBudgetingExcelProcurementLeadershipCommunicationProblem SolvingOrganizational SkillsPrimavera P6

About the role

This role serves as a key member of the Project Controls team, ensuring projects are planned, executed, and monitored effectively throughout the entire project lifecycle.
This position requires regular interaction with client stakeholders and will involve time spent both at client offices and active project/construction sites.
Additional details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.

Develop, maintain, and analyze integrated project schedules utilizing Primavera P6 to support engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, and project execution activities.
Develop and implement project controls processes, procedures, and best practices related to scheduling, forecasting, progress measurement, reporting, and performance monitoring.
Coordinate and consolidate multiple sources of project data into a comprehensive project controls platform to support decision-making and project execution.
Collaborate with project managers, engineering teams, and construction personnel to monitor project progress and ensure alignment with project objectives and milestones.
Prepare and deliver timely, accurate, and meaningful project status reports, dashboards, forecasts, and executive-level presentations.
Support earned value analysis, schedule risk assessments, change management activities, and project forecasting efforts.
Develop and maintain project budgets, forecasts, and performance metrics to support successful project delivery.
Provide site support and conduct field verification as necessary to validate project progress and schedule accuracy.
Support continuous improvement initiatives within the Project Controls function.
Develop advanced expertise across a diverse portfolio of engineering and construction projects.

Minimum 10 years of Project Controls, Project Scheduling, or Construction Controls experience.
Demonstrated experience supporting large-scale engineering, infrastructure, industrial, energy, petrochemical, or construction projects.
Strong understanding of engineering project phases, including planning, design, procurement, construction, commissioning, and project closeout.
Experience working directly with clients, contractors, engineering teams, and field personnel.
A willingness and ability to travel as required is essential.
Establish and maintain baseline schedules, track schedule performance, identify variances, and provide recovery plans and mitigation strategies when required.

Advanced proficiency with Primavera P6 (required).
Experience with Oracle Primavera Prism (preferred).
Strong Microsoft Excel and data analysis skills.
Experience with project controls software and scheduling tools such as MS Project, Smartsheet, Power BI, and other reporting platforms.
Knowledge of earned value management (EVM), forecasting, cost control, budgeting, and progress measurement methodologies.
Management:
No direct management experience required
Other Skills:
Exceptional written, verbal, and presentation communication skills.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational abilities.
High level of professionalism, attention to detail, and commitment to project success.
Professional Development Opportunities:

Brindley considers several factors when determining base salary that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to the candidate's depth of experience, skill set, certifications, specific work location, and current market condi

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