Project Controls Specialist in Chicago

Job Description

Exciting Opportunity: Project Controls Specialist

Are you a seasoned Project Controls Specialist looking to take your career to the next level? Join a growing construction management firm that values its team, offers job stability, and provides great benefits!

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain project schedules using P6 or similar software.
• Monitor progress and performance against baseline schedules and budgets.
• Conduct cost management activities, including estimating, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Collaborate with project managers to identify and mitigate risks.
• Prepare and present performance reports to stakeholders.

Essential Job Functions:

• Oversee and manage project schedules, costs, and controls.
• Ensure projects are delivered within budget and on schedule.
• Maintain compliance with regulations in transportation, rail, airport, and aviation sectors.
• Drive project success through team collaboration.
• Support the development of project control plans and processes.

Required Skills and Experience:

• 4+ years of experience in project controls.
• Proficiency in scheduling software (P6 preferred).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Bachelor's degree in engineering or construction management.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Base Salary: $125,000–$180,000 (DOE).
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Exceptional job stability.

This is a fantastic chance to advance in the construction management industry and work on impactful projects!

Apply Now!
Don’t miss out on this rewarding opportunity—contact Jenn LaQua at 605-978-5425 or submit your application today!

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.