Project Controls Specialist

Project Controls Specialist WSP is seeking a Project Controls Specialist to join their Project Controls team. This position can be based at our WSP locations in Phoenix, AZ; Dallas, TX; Las Vegas, NV; Brentwood, TN; Houston, TX; Boise, ID; Seattle, WA; or Kennesaw, GA. Responsibilities Work under the direction of the Project Manager to support the planning, coordination, and evaluation of project financial reporting. Develop Power BI and/or Tableau dashboards to visualize project health and key performance indicators. Develop and implement effective cost control procedures to track project expenses, analyze cost variances, and identify cost‑saving opportunities. Collaborate with engineering and design teams to evaluate cost‑saving options and recommend value‑added changes to optimize project costs. Implement integrated project controls methodologies to align cost and schedule management efforts. Communicate project status, cost performance, and schedule updates to stakeholders to facilitate informed decision‑making. Attend project meetings with stakeholders to track and resolve cost and schedule management issues. Maintain financial reports for individual project subtasks and provide roll‑up summary reports. Review funding availability and procurement documentation to ensure conformance to approved project budgets. Manage change order processes and assess the impact of proposed changes on project costs and schedules. Participate in the development of project estimates, budgets, forecasts, estimates to complete, and cost trends. Support PMIS system administration, maintenance, and continuous improvement efforts. Minimum Requirements Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management or equivalent. Advanced degrees or professional certifications (e.g., PMI‑SP, AACE CCP/CEP) are a plus. 7+ years of combined field and office project controls experience on large‑scale projects. Extensive knowledge of cost estimating methodologies, cost control techniques, and schedule management best practices. Reporting & BI Tools: Demonstrated experience developing dashboards and reports in Microsoft Power BI and/or Tableau. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel is required. PMIS: Experience working with and/or administering Project Management Information Systems (PMIS) such as Oracle Primavera Unifier, e‑Builder, Procore, or similar platforms. Communication: Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal skills with the ability to present clearly to stakeholders in a fast‑paced environment. Work Style: Self‑starter who thrives in a hybrid work environment and can manage competing priorities with minimal supervision. Benefits WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on health and financial stability throughout an employee’s career. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, disability, and life coverage; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation; paid parental leave; and paid time off for bereavement, voting, or naturalization proceedings. Compensation Expected Salary (all locations): $103,900 – $176,250 per year. EEO Statement WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status are not a factor in employment decisions. The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States. #J-18808-Ljbffr