Construction Project Controls Specialist

Project Controls Specialist

ABOUT THE JOB:

• Rate of Pay: $110,000 $ 115,000 annually (commensurate with experience, education, skills, and market trends; subject to future adjustments)

• Schedule: Full-time, Monday Friday (onsite/in-person)

• Location: Willowbrook, IL (with weekly travel to local job sites, approx. 10%)

• Additional Compensation: Potential discretionary bonuses, car allowance, or other incentives

JOB SUMMARY:
The Project Controls Specialist is a key member of the project controls department, supporting project management in establishing and maintaining project controls functions to ensure construction projects are delivered without accidents or incidents, within budget, on schedule, and within scope. This role involves developing, implementing, and maintaining schedules for electrical and gas construction projects, monitoring performance, and ensuring compliance with client contract terms.

The position reports to the Project Controls Manager and works closely with project leads from all divisions.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist the Project Controls Manager in implementing project controls guidelines, processes, practices, and performance reporting

• Build bid schedules from plans and specifications

• Create, review, progress, monitor, analyze, and resolve construction schedules with project managers and field supervisors

• Develop work breakdown structures, review cost/resource loading, and schedule activities using critical path method

• Monitor project progress, costs, and performance metrics, providing timely and accurate reporting

• Update schedules to reflect actual progress, delays, labor hours, and associated costs

• Perform earned value schedule analysis and alert management to potential schedule risks

• Provide schedule data to support performance analysis and change management processes

• Conduct impact analysis for change orders

• Identify and help resolve project risks, cost, or schedule discrepancies

• Contribute to project controls training and mentoring initiatives

• Work on multiple projects while managing deadlines and priorities

QUALIFICATIONS:

• BS in Engineering, Construction Management, Accounting, or related discipline preferred; or equivalent experience

• Minimum 5 years of scheduling experience in a construction environment preferred

• Knowledge of construction processes and project control fundamentals

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Project, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and Primavera P6; familiarity with PENTA software preferred

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and project management skills

• Ability to read construction drawings and work with various contract types (Lump Sum, Time & Materials, Unit Price, G.M.P., hybrid)

• Effective verbal and written communication skills

• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team

• Flexible, adaptable, and able to work in fast-paced environments

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Primarily office-based with occasional field visits

• Exposure to varying indoor and outdoor conditions

• Noise level is typically low to medium

• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs. occasionally

BENEFITS:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

• Life Insurance

• 401(k) Plan with Company Matching Contributions

• Short- and Long-Term Disability Coverage

• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Dependent Care Spending

• Paid Time Off and Holidays (full-time)

• Bereavement and Jury Duty Pay

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Profit Sharing (not guaranteed)

• Wellness Incentive Programs (including Better Help therapy access)

• Employee Recognition and Loyalty Programs

ESPO has a comprehensive benefits package which includes PTO, Group Health and Dental Insurance, and 401k after you have satisfied the necessary waiting periods.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value the benefits of diversity in our workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, or any other attribute or protected characteristic by law. If you need assistance applying, please get in touch with us directly.