Project Controls Specialist

Project Controls Specialist

Employer: BrandSafway. At BrandSafway, we know our employees are our greatest asset, which is why we give them the tools, training, and resources to be successful. Come join our growing team! We are seeking a Project Controls Specialist to be responsible for managing and monitoring project costs, budgets, forecasting, and financial performance throughout the project lifecycle. This role ensures accurate cost tracking, supports financial reporting, identifies cost risks, and helps maintain projects within approved budgets. Key Responsibilities • Develop and maintain project cost reports, forecasts, and budgets • Monitor project expenditures, commitments, accruals, and cash flow • Analyze cost variances and provide corrective action recommendations • Support monthly cost forecasting and estimate-at-completion (EAC) updates • Track purchase orders, invoices, and contractor costs • Prepare management reports, dashboards, and financial summaries • Assist with change management and trend analysis • Coordinate with project managers, procurement, accounting, and construction teams • Maintain cost control systems and project financial records • Perform earned value management (EVM) and performance analysis • Support annual budgeting and project funding requests • Ensure compliance with company financial procedures and project controls standards Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Engineering, Construction Management, Business, or related field • 3+ years of experience in project cost control or project controls • Experience supporting EPC, oil & gas, energy, construction, or industrial projects preferred • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and cost reporting systems • Experience with SAP, Oracle, Primavera P6, or other project controls software • Knowledge of earned value management (EVM) principles and forecasting methodologies • Experience with Power BI or other data visualization/reporting tools preferred • AACE certifications such as CCP or CEP prefer