Sr. Project Control Engineer/Specialist

The Project Control Sr. Specialist is responsible for monitoring and controlling project performance across cost and schedule dimensions for high revenue generating projects. This role ensures accurate cost tracking, forecasting, and reporting, while supporting project teams in maintaining control over budgets, timelines, and overall project performance.

Key Roles & Responsibilities:

Strategic Responsibilities:

Support the establishment and maintenance of project control frameworks, standards, and reporting structures

Contribute to the development of cost control procedures and continuous improvement initiatives

Provide financial and performance insights to support project-level decision-making

Ensure alignment of project control activities with organizational policies and governance requirements

Operational Responsibilities:

Develop and maintain project cost baselines, budgets, and cash flow forecasts

Monitor project expenditures and commitments against approved budgets

Prepare and update cost forecasts and track financial performance

Perform cost and schedule variance analysis, identifying root causes and recommending corrective actions

Prepare periodic project control reports, dashboards, and performance summaries

Support chance management processes by evaluating cost impacts of variations and claims

Coordinate with project managers, planners, procurement, and finance teams to ensure alignment across cost, schedule, and scope

Maintain project control systems, ensuring data accuracy, consistency, and proper coding structures

Ensure compliance with internal controls, procedures, and audit requirements

People Management:

Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely and accurate input to project control processes

Promote adherence to project control procedures and best practices across project teams

Requirements

Qualifications & Experience:

Behavioral Competencies:

Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving capability

High attention to detail and accuracy

Effective communication and stakeholder engagement

Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities

Proactive approach to identifying risks and issues

Strong organizational and coordination skills

Technical Competencies:

· Solid understanding of project controls principles (cost control and schedule awareness)

Experience in cost forecasting, budgeting, and variance analysis

Familiarity with project control tools (e.g., Excel, ERP systems, Primavera P6 or similar)

Understanding of project lifecycle, change management, and cost reporting structures

Knowledge of financial controls and basic accounting principles related to projects

Familiarity with Earned Value Management (EVM) is an advantage

Required Qualifications:

Bachelors Degree in Engineering or Project Management.

Project Management Certifications (PMP or similar qualifications)

Preferred Experience:

10 Years of experience in high revenue generating entities or high level strategic projects