Project Controls Specialist

Project Controls Specialist

Location: Spartanburg, SC Type: Direct Hire Work Model: Onsite – onsite

Responsibilities

• Support project planning, cost control, scheduling, and reporting to ensure projects are executed on time and within budget.
• Develop, maintain, and update project schedules using project management software such as Primavera P6 and MS Project.
• Monitor project progress and performance against established baselines, milestones, and deliverables.
• Prepare, review, and analyze cost estimates, budgets, forecasts, and change orders.
• Track and report on project expenditures, ensuring alignment with approved budgets.
• Maintain accurate records of project documentation, logs, and reports for compliance and audits.
• Provide regular reports and dashboards on cost, schedule, and performance metrics to project managers and leadership.
• Assist in developing earned value analysis (EVA) and other key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Support risk management by identifying potential project delays, cost overruns, and recommending corrective actions.
• Collaborate with engineering, procurement, construction, and finance teams to align cost and schedule objectives.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, industry standards, and contract requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, Construction Management, Finance, or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in project controls, cost control, scheduling, or related role (industrial construction experience preferred).
• Proficiency in scheduling and project controls software (Primavera P6, MS Project, Excel, and/or cost management tools).
• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Knowledge of project management processes, budgeting, forecasting, and earned value management.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.

System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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