Benefits:

401(k)

401(k) matching

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job Overview:

We are seeking a detail-oriented Project Controls Specialist with experience in Electrical & Instrumentation (E&I) to support planning, scheduling, cost control, and progress tracking for industrial projects. This role plays a critical part in ensuring E&I scopes are delivered on time and within budget while maintaining visibility into project performance.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop and maintain project schedules for E&I scope using scheduling software

Track and analyze project progress, productivity, and performance metrics

Monitor costs, budgets, forecasts, and earned value for E&I activities

Prepare regular reports on schedule status, cost variance, and risk analysis

Coordinate with engineering, procurement, and construction teams to ensure alignment

Support change management processes, including change orders and impact analysis

Identify schedule risks and develop mitigation and recovery plans

Assist with resource planning, including labor, materials, and equipment forecasting

Validate field progress and ensure accurate reporting of installed quantities

Support project closeout, including documentation and final cost reporting

Qualifications:

5+ years of experience in project controls, planning, or cost control in industrial or construction projects

Experience supporting Electrical & Instrumentation (E&I) scopes

Proficiency in scheduling tools such as Primavera P6 and/or Microsoft Project

Strong understanding of cost control, budgeting, and earned value management (EVM)

Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, schedules, and project documentation

Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and reporting tools

Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Construction Management, or related field

Experience in Oil & Gas, LNG, Power Generation, Chemical, Data Centers and Renewables.

Familiarity with ERP systems (e.g., SAP)

PMI-SP, PMP, or AACE certifications (e.g., CCP, PSP)

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

This is a full-time position, Monday – Friday

Position based out of The Woodlands, TX office.

Availability for overtime.

Travel:

Based on project needs