Project Control Specialist - HireTalent - Staffing & Recruiting Firm : Job Details

Perform primary project controls assignments to support Project Managers. Accountable for generating reports, assisting with control activities, responding to data requests and developing/maintaining/supporting project schedules and/or detailed cost tracking. Coordinates with Project Managers to obtain weekly and monthly cost and schedule updates. Assist the Project Managers in providing accurate project forecasting and review of expenditures. Must have advanced MS Excel skills. Experience with Primavera P6, SAP Work and Asset Management required depending on additional job details. Familiarity with data analytics reporting tools preferred.

Must Have Skills:

• Cost Accounting and Financial Skills:
• 5-7 years of experience in cost accounting, particularly within the construction industry or renewables (oil and gas industry experience is also relevant).
• Proficiency in cost tracking, cost forecasting, and managing project financial health.
• Strong experience with forecasting and accruals.

Technical Skills:

• Strong proficiency with Excel, including pivot tables, graphs, and preferably macros.
• Experience with SAP (ECC) for reporting and data management.

Project Management:

• Familiarity with managing or supporting large-scale projects
• Knowledge of both cost and scheduling aspects of project management (though this role focuses on cost).

Analytical Skills:

• Ability to analyze project data, track financial health, and submit monthly forecasts and accruals.
• Use of root cause analysis tools to solve complex project-related issues.

Preferred/ Nice to Have:

• PMP
• Primavera P6, SAP Work and Asset Management

Key Responsibilities & Actions:

• Cost Tracking and Forecasting
• Project Meetings and Collaboration
• Financial Analysis and Reporting
• Independent Task Management