Job Description
Description
This position is expected to be a field assignment in the southern region of the United States. The location of the assignment can vary depending on the job and/or client. We do offer per diem for those that qualify.
Position Overview:
The Project Controls Construction Specialist provides oversite and coordination of project scheduling, cost control, change management, and Earned Value Management (EVM) methodologies by developing internal training tools, coaching Project Managers, auditing deliverables, and defining service requirements for engineering and construction contracts.
Primary Responsibilities:
+ Oversee project scheduling, progress tracking, and cost estimating
+ Implement client cost control processes developing and monitor an effective system of program/project cost controls for the CM task order and construction contract
+ Assists in coordinating engineering, procurement, and construction activities in conjunction with overall project schedule requirements.
+ Accountable for the scheduling standards, for compiling baseline schedules for construction projects
+ Responsible for tracking all project/program funding sources, including SOWs and external contracts.
+ Measure and control cost, schedule, and technical performance against task or project plans
+ Perform cost estimating functions, including quantity surveys, assessing appropriate inflation factors, and monitor potential risk factors.
+ Preparing monthly analyses and reports on expenditures, progress, commitments, budget performance, and schedule performance
+ Provides regular briefing to project manager on project financials, schedule status, issues, and concerns
Qualifications
We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.
Essential skills and experience:
+ Minimum of ten years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of experience and education.
+ Good communication and computer skills
+ Strong verbal and written communication , and presentation skills
+ Demonstrated Client relationship-building experience
+ Provides regular briefing to project directors on project financials, schedule status, issues, and concerns
+ Strategic Sourcing, Opportunity/Spend Analyses, and Contract Negotiations
+ Knowledge of Technology Industry Standards
+ Positive attitude and personality; ability to build positive relationships
Competencies:
+ Scheduling
+ Communication
+ Organization
+ Construction
+ Procurement
+ Contracts
+ Estimating
Award-Winning Benefits
At Sargent & Lundy, we care about the health and well-being of our employees. Our commitment extends beyond the workplace, offering comprehensive healthcare plans and generous paid time off to support our team members in every aspect of their lives. We understand the importance of work-life balance, which is why we are proud to provide competitive, award-winning benefits. Our dedication to employee satisfaction has earned us the prestigious Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Award for compensation and benefits in 2022, 2023, and 2024.
Health & Wellness Financial Benefits Work-Life Balance
+ Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision
+ Life & Accident Insurance
+ Disability Coverage
+ Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
+ Back-Up Daycare
+ FSA & HSA
+ 401(k)
+ Pre-Tax Commuter Account
+ Merit Scholarship Program
+ Employee Discount Program
+ Corporate Charitable Giving Program
+ Tuition Assistance
+ First Professional Licensure Bonus
+ Employee Referral Bonus
+ Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST)
+ Paid Vacation
+ Paid Holidays
+ Paid Parental Leave
+ Paid Bereavement Leave
+ Flexible Work Arrangements
Compensation Range
$116,620.00 - $179,890.00
Transparency Statement
Sargent & Lundy discloses compensation ranges that comply with all local and state regulations. The total compensation package for eligible positions will include a base salary or an hourly rate and a comprehensive benefits package, reflecting our commitment to rewarding performance and supporting the overall well-being of our employees. Individuals may also be eligible to participate in our yearly discretionary bonus.
Awards & Recognition
Equal Opportunity
Sargent & Lundy is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any protected status as defined by applicable law.
CityRemote
CountryUnited States
Area of InterestConstruction
TypeFull Time - Regular
Job ID2025-20720
Business GroupChief Operations Officer Group
DepartmentConstruction Support Services
This position is expected to be a field assignment in the southern region of the United States. The location of the assignment can vary depending on the job and/or client. We do offer per diem for those that qualify.
Position Overview:
The Project Controls Construction Specialist provides oversite and coordination of project scheduling, cost control, change management, and Earned Value Management (EVM) methodologies by developing internal training tools, coaching Project Managers, auditing deliverables, and defining service requirements for engineering and construction contracts.
Primary Responsibilities:
+ Oversee project scheduling, progress tracking, and cost estimating
+ Implement client cost control processes developing and monitor an effective system of program/project cost controls for the CM task order and construction contract
+ Assists in coordinating engineering, procurement, and construction activities in conjunction with overall project schedule requirements.
+ Accountable for the scheduling standards, for compiling baseline schedules for construction projects
+ Responsible for tracking all project/program funding sources, including SOWs and external contracts.
+ Measure and control cost, schedule, and technical performance against task or project plans
+ Perform cost estimating functions, including quantity surveys, assessing appropriate inflation factors, and monitor potential risk factors.
+ Preparing monthly analyses and reports on expenditures, progress, commitments, budget performance, and schedule performance
+ Provides regular briefing to project manager on project financials, schedule status, issues, and concerns
Qualifications
We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.
Essential skills and experience:
+ Minimum of ten years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of experience and education.
+ Good communication and computer skills
+ Strong verbal and written communication , and presentation skills
+ Demonstrated Client relationship-building experience
+ Provides regular briefing to project directors on project financials, schedule status, issues, and concerns
+ Strategic Sourcing, Opportunity/Spend Analyses, and Contract Negotiations
+ Knowledge of Technology Industry Standards
+ Positive attitude and personality; ability to build positive relationships
Competencies:
+ Scheduling
+ Communication
+ Organization
+ Construction
+ Procurement
+ Contracts
+ Estimating
Award-Winning Benefits
At Sargent & Lundy, we care about the health and well-being of our employees. Our commitment extends beyond the workplace, offering comprehensive healthcare plans and generous paid time off to support our team members in every aspect of their lives. We understand the importance of work-life balance, which is why we are proud to provide competitive, award-winning benefits. Our dedication to employee satisfaction has earned us the prestigious Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Award for compensation and benefits in 2022, 2023, and 2024.
Health & Wellness Financial Benefits Work-Life Balance
+ Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision
+ Life & Accident Insurance
+ Disability Coverage
+ Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
+ Back-Up Daycare
+ FSA & HSA
+ 401(k)
+ Pre-Tax Commuter Account
+ Merit Scholarship Program
+ Employee Discount Program
+ Corporate Charitable Giving Program
+ Tuition Assistance
+ First Professional Licensure Bonus
+ Employee Referral Bonus
+ Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST)
+ Paid Vacation
+ Paid Holidays
+ Paid Parental Leave
+ Paid Bereavement Leave
+ Flexible Work Arrangements
Compensation Range
$116,620.00 - $179,890.00
Transparency Statement
Sargent & Lundy discloses compensation ranges that comply with all local and state regulations. The total compensation package for eligible positions will include a base salary or an hourly rate and a comprehensive benefits package, reflecting our commitment to rewarding performance and supporting the overall well-being of our employees. Individuals may also be eligible to participate in our yearly discretionary bonus.
Awards & Recognition
Equal Opportunity
Sargent & Lundy is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any protected status as defined by applicable law.
CityRemote
CountryUnited States
Area of InterestConstruction
TypeFull Time - Regular
Job ID2025-20720
Business GroupChief Operations Officer Group
DepartmentConstruction Support Services
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