Project Control Specialist

1 year contract (with potential for extension or conversion) $45-55/hr Position Summary The Project Controls Specialist performs professional-level work requiring advanced knowledge in project controls, scheduling, cost management, estimating, and project management. This role is intellectual in character and requires the consistent exercise of discretion and independent judgment. The specialist is responsible for developing, maintaining, and analyzing project schedules, cost forecasts, and financial performance to support successful project execution within approved scope, schedule, and funding. Key Responsibilities Develop, maintain, and update integrated project schedules using Primavera P6, applying industry best practices and work breakdown structure (WBS) models. Update project forecasts and projected cash flows based on planned and scheduled work activities. Monitor and update the project schedule to reflect work completed and work planned for execution in upcoming months. Prepare detailed cost estimates for project changes and evaluate their impacts on total cost at completion, resource requirements, and project timelines. Process and review contract invoice payments to vendors, ensuring invoices accurately reflect authorized scope of work and proper accounting treatment. Update annual budget cash flows to ensure long-range planning, including Nuclear Long Range Plan requirements, accurately reflects current and future project expenditures. Partner with assigned Project Managers to review monthly project performance, including cost, schedule, and resource utilization. Analyze variances, identify trends, and recommend corrective actions to ensure projects are completed within approved funding and schedule constraints. Prepare and present project controls reports, forecasts, and analyses for management and stakeholder review. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Advanced knowledge of project controls principles, including scheduling, cost control, forecasting, and earned value concepts. Advanced proficiency in Primavera P6 scheduling, including development and maintenance of complex schedules and WBS structures. Strong understanding of project management and estimating methodologies. Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment, discretion, and independent decision-making. Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex project data and financial information. Excellent communication and collaboration skills to effectively work with project managers, finance, and external vendors. Education and Experience Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, Business, or a related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience). Significant experience in project controls, scheduling, cost controls, or a related discipline, preferably on large or complex capital projects. Experience supporting regulated or long-range capital planning environments (e.g., nuclear, utilities, or infrastructure) is preferred. Eight Eleven Group (Brooksource) provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, citizenship, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, amnesty or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr Brooksource