Project Control Specialist

Posted 5 days ago

insight globalCharlotte (NC)

Project Management Specialists Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction

SENIORITY

Senior

SALARY

$178/day

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About the role

Location: Charlotte, NC (initially)

Project Mobilization: Spring 2028 to a project site within approximately one hour of Charlotte

Per Diem: $178/day available upon project site mobilization for eligible candidates

We are seeking a Principal Project Controls Specialist to lead cost management and project controls activities for a large-scale power generation construction project. This is a high-impact leadership role supporting project managers and directors throughout the lifecycle of a multi-billion-dollar EPC project. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in cost forecasting, earned value management, cost and schedule integration, and project controls leadership within power generation or large industrial construction environments.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead project controls activities for a large power generation construction project
Manage project cost forecasts, budgets, and financial reporting
Perform cost analysis, trend identification, and variance reporting
Support schedule and cost integration to help project teams make informed decisions
Review project changes and evaluate cost and schedule impacts
Partner with project managers, schedulers, contractors, and stakeholders to track project performance
Develop and present project controls reports to leadership
Provide guidance and mentorship to project controls team members

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree and 10+ years of relevant project controls experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience
Experience supporting large-scale EPC construction projects
Background in power generation construction, including Combined Cycle, Simple Cycle, Solar, or Battery Energy Storage projects
Strong experience with cost forecasting, budgeting, earned value management, and project reporting
Proficiency with Primavera P6, EcoSys, Maximo, and Microsoft Excel
Experience reviewing project changes and assessing cost and schedule impacts
Valid driver's license

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with EcoSys administration or implementation
Experience developing project controls reporting and dashboards
Familiarity with Power BI, LoadSpring, or similar reporting toolsPMP, AACE, or other project controls certifications
Previous experience leading or mentoring project controls professionals

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