Project Control Specialist
$85k - $100kRobert Half
We are partnering with a leading construction organization seeking a Construction Cost Engineer to support large-scale, complex data center projects. This is a highly administrative, process-driven position that will support the Construction Cost Manager to maintain accurate project financial information and keep change management processes moving efficiently.
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A significant portion of the position will involve managing the administrative workflow surrounding change orders, cost documentation, system updates, status tracking, and communication between project teams and external cost-control partners.
Ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, comfortable working within established processes, and enjoys being the person who keeps the financial and administrative side of a construction project organized.
Responsibilities:
- Manage project cost tracking activities from early planning through closeout to help maintain budget accuracy and financial discipline.
- Administer the subcontractor change process by monitoring submissions, following up on pending actions, and confirming documentation is complete before approval.
- Enter and maintain change order records within the designated project platform, ensuring information is accurate, current, and processed within required timelines.
- Contribute to monthly cost reporting by compiling financial data, identifying budget variances, and summarizing key risks along with practical mitigation recommendations.
- Support meetings and presentations with internal leaders, clients, and external partners by preparing clear financial updates and project cost insights.
- Evaluate contract language and project documentation to help determine commercial entitlement related to change events, claims, and other cost impacts.
- Work closely with finance and accounting stakeholders to align reporting, uphold financial controls, and address cost-related questions during the project.
- Review market conditions such as labor availability, union considerations, material pricing, and tax implications to inform estimates, forecasts, and budget adjustments.
- Assist with the resolution of invoice discrepancies, payment questions, and change-related billing issues to keep project financials accurate and current.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Accounting, Finance, Quantity Surveying, or a closely related discipline.
- At least 3 years of relevant experience in construction cost management, project accounting, project controls, or commercial project administration.
- Working knowledge of construction accounting practices and the financial controls required on commercial building projects.
- Experience managing change orders from initial review through documentation, pricing coordination, approval tracking, and final record updates.
- Proficiency with construction technology platforms such as Procore, Bluebeam, or similar.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret cost data, identify discrepancies, and communicate findings clearly to stakeholders.
- Familiarity with large-scale commercial construction environments, including project budgets, schedules, risk tracking, and documentation management. xhyhwjd
- High attention to detail, sound business judgment, and a consistent sense of accountability in a deadline-driven setting.
Compensation & Benefits
- The targeted salary range for this position is $85-100K
- Full benefits package (medical, dental, vision)
- Retirement and Savings Benefits
- Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
- Paid Time Off + Paid Holidays
$103.5k - $150.2k
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