Project Controls Specialist

Project Controls Specialist

Help Deliver Complex Engineering & Construction Projects Successfully

We're seeking a Project Controls Specialist to support large-scale engineering and construction programs through scheduling, cost management, forecasting, reporting, and project performance analysis. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with project data, identifying risks before they impact execution, and providing insights that help project teams make informed decisions.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain project schedules, forecasts, and cost reports using project controls best practices.
• Create client-facing reports, dashboards, and performance metrics that clearly communicate project status, trends, and risks.
• Build and manage Work Breakdown Structures (WBS), critical path schedules, and schedule risk analyses.
• Analyze project performance, forecasted costs, cash flow, and progress against key milestones.
• Support Earned Value Management (EVM) reporting, document control processes, and program reporting systems.
• Conduct data validation reviews and occasional field audits to ensure accuracy of project controls information.
• Partner with project teams, clients, and stakeholders to identify risks, resolve issues, and support successful project delivery.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of project controls experience supporting engineering, construction, infrastructure, industrial, or energy projects.
• Experience with scheduling, cost control, forecasting, and project performance reporting.
• Working knowledge of Oracle Primavera P6.
• Experience creating and maintaining WBS structures and project schedules.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret cost and schedule data.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Preferred Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Experience with Earned Value Management (EVM).
• Background supporting large capital or construction programs.
• Familiarity with risk management, forecasting, and project reporting systems.
• OSHA 10 certification or ability to obtain certification.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Work on high-impact engineering and construction projects.
• Gain exposure to project scheduling, cost controls, forecasting, and risk management.
• Collaborate directly with project leaders, clients, and construction teams.
• Opportunity for long-term career growth within project controls and program management.

If you enjoy turning project data into actionable insights and helping teams deliver successful projects, we encourage you to apply.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Kansas City, MO.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $48.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 6, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Kansas City, MO.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.