About this role
The Project Controls Specialist is responsible for planning, monitoring, and controlling project performance throughout the project lifecycle. This role supports successful project execution by providing cost control, scheduling, forecasting, progress measurement, reporting, risk analysis, and change management services. The specialist works closely with project managers, engineers, contractors, procurement teams, and stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered safely, on schedule, and within budget.
Benefits:
ABM offers a comprehensive benefits package. For information about ABM’s benefits, visit ABM 2025 Employee Benefits | Staff and Management Team Members
Responsibilities
Project Planning & Scheduling
Develop, maintain, and update detailed project schedules using industry-standard software (Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, or similar).
Establish baseline schedules and monitor progress against approved plans.
Analyze schedule performance and identify potential delays or bottlenecks.
Support project teams with schedule recovery and acceleration plans.
Perform critical path analysis and provide schedule risk assessments.
Cost Control & Forecasting
Monitor project budgets, commitments, expenditures, and forecasts.
Track project costs and analyze variances against approved budgets.
Prepare cost reports, cash flow projections, and Estimate-at-Completion (EAC) forecasts.
Support monthly project financial reviews and management reporting.
Ensure accurate cost coding and project accounting alignment.
Performance Measurement & Reporting
Collect, validate, and analyze project progress data.
Develop and maintain project dashboards and performance metrics.
Prepare weekly and monthly project status reports for management and stakeholders.
Utilize Earned Value Management (EVM) techniques to measure project performance.
Identify trends and provide recommendations for corrective actions.
Change Management
Support the evaluation and documentation of change orders and scope modifications.
Assess schedule and cost impacts associated with project changes.
Maintain project change logs and ensure proper approvals are obtained.
Coordinate with project teams to incorporate approved changes into project controls systems.
Risk Management
Participate in project risk identification and mitigation activities.
Track risk registers and monitor the effectiveness of mitigation plans.
Support quantitative and qualitative risk assessments.
Provide recommendations to minimize project exposure and improve outcomes.
Project Coordination
Collaborate with project managers, engineering teams, contractors, suppliers, and clients.
Participate in project meetings and provide controls-related updates.
Ensure project controls processes comply with company standards and client requirements.
Support audits, documentation reviews, and lessons learned initiatives.
Other tasks as assigned
Required Qualifications
3-7 years of experience in project controls, construction management, engineering, or related project environments.
Experience supporting semiconductor construction, infrastructure, industrial, energy, or capital projects.
Strong understanding of scheduling, cost control, forecasting, and project reporting practices.
Proficiency with Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, Microsoft Excel, and project management software (Procore)
Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of SAP, Oracle, EcoSys, Deltek, Procore, or other project controls systems.
Experience in Semiconductor or large capital construction projects.
Advanced data analytics and reporting skills using Power BI or similar tools.
Qualifications
Key Competencies
Cost Management
Project Scheduling
Forecasting and Budgeting
Risk Analysis
Change Control
Progress Measurement
Data Analysis
Critical Thinking
Stakeholder Communication
Attention to Detail
Team Collaboration
Working Conditions
Combination of home office, local office, and construction site environments.
May require periodic travel to project locations.
Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Occasional extended hours may be required to support project milestones and reporting cycles.
Success Measures
A successful Project Controls Specialist will:
Deliver accurate and timely project cost and schedule reporting.
Identify risks and performance issues early.
Improve project visibility through effective forecasting and analytics.
Support projects in achieving schedule, budget, and performance objectives.
Promote project controls best practices across project teams.
Compensation
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options
401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
Company-Paid Life and Disability Insurance
Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Professional Development and Certification Reimbursement
Tuition Assistance Programs
Career Advancement Opportunities
Travel Reimbursement (where applicable)
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