Project Controls Specialist

Location

Seattle, WA;
Los Angeles, CA;
Washington, DC; and Cincinnati, OH.

Virginkar & Associates, Inc. (VAI) is seeking a Project Controls Specialist to join our team on major infrastructure programs across key U.S. markets. The selected candidate supports complex infrastructure programs by developing and maintaining detailed project schedules and cost controls. This position requires hands‑on experience with CPM scheduling tools and cost analysis techniques, including Oracle Primavera, Project Manager, MS Project, Procore, Asta Power project, Fieldwire and Autodesk Construction Cloud.

• Develop and maintain detailed CPM project schedules using widely used software tools, such as Oracle Primavera, Microsoft Project and others noted above.
• Perform schedule impact analysis and develop recovery plans as needed.
• Prepare earned value reports, progress updates, and critical path analyses.
• Assist in budget development, cost tracking, resource allocation, forecasting, and variance reporting.
• Interface with contractors, engineers, and owners to ensure schedule and cost objectives are met.
• Analyze construction phasing, resource loading, and schedule risks.
• Support preparation of project status reports, dashboards, and executive briefings.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related fields.
• Minimum 6 years of experience in project controls for infrastructure and/or heavy civil construction projects.
• Advanced proficiency in Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, Procore, or equivalent platforms.
• Proven expertise in scheduling principles, impact assessments, and cost control.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with experience presenting to executives and client leadership.
• Ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• High ethical standards, attention to detail, and commitment to team collaboration.

We offer dynamic, impactful work on landmark infrastructure projects across the U.S. and abroad. Our team is known for professionalism, technical excellence, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion. VAI provides competitive compensation, a full benefits package, and an inclusive workplace culture where your contributions are valued. Salary is commensurate with education, experience and location.

VAI is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We are committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and ensuring equal opportunity for all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, disability, or any other protected status.