Junior Project Controls (00523)

PMA Consultants is a company focused on employee well-being and collaboration, and they are seeking a Junior Project Controls professional. The role involves supporting cost and schedule management functions across capital and operational projects, including data collection, analysis, and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Assists with implementing and maintaining cost control systems and procedures
• Supports cost tracking efforts including budget, actuals, commitments, and forecasts
• Prepares basic cost reports under guidance, identifying variances and trends
• Gathers and integrates cost-related data from multiple stakeholders
• Assists with reviewing contractor invoices and tracking change order impacts
• Supports progress updates and schedule analysis using established tools and methods
• Performs entry-level critical path reviews and 'what-if' scenarios with guidance
• Assists with monitoring schedule performance and identifying early indicators of delay
• Coordinates with schedulers to align progress data with financial updates
• Prepares data for monthly cost and schedule reports
• Assists with tracking and maintaining logs of RFIs, submittals, and other project documentation
• Ensures data integrity in project controls systems and tools
• Contributes to the development of visual and narrative report content for internal and external stakeholders
• Interfaces with project managers, engineers, contractors, and clients to gather cost and schedule inputs
• Supports internal coordination between cost and scheduling teams
• Communicates status updates clearly and timely to supervisors and team members
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

• Bachelor's degree required, preferably in engineering, construction management, or finance
• 0+ years of experience supporting cost, schedule, or project management efforts in a construction, engineering, or consulting environment preferred
• Strong analytical and organizational skills with attention to detail
• Ability to communicate technical information effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Desire to grow within the project controls discipline and develop long-term capabilities across cost, schedule, and risk functions
• Physical: Standing or sitting for long periods; must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times and spend extended hours in front of a computer screen
• Cognitive: Problem-solving, written, and verbal communication skills; computer and software skills; and ability to read and interpret text online or in printed form
• 0+ years of experience supporting cost, schedule, or project management efforts in a construction, engineering, or consulting environment preferred
• Familiarity with project controls software such as Primavera P6, Microsoft Excel, and financial tracking tools preferred

Benefits

• Medical
• Prescription
• Dental
• Vision
• Time off with pay
• 401(k) with company match
• Life
• Disability
• Professional development reimbursement for qualifying employees

Company Overview

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