Project Controls Specialist

Our client supports complex infrastructure and mission-critical construction projects across the U.S., with a strong focus on planning, scheduling, and execution support. We are seeking a Project Controls Specialist to manage and analyze construction schedules for large-scale projects, including data centers and similar high-complexity environments.

Locations & Travel

This role supports active project sites in Bowling Green, OH; Kansas City, MO; Chattanooga, TN; and Phoenix, AZ.
Candidates must either reside in one of these locations or be open to regular travel to project sites as required.

What You’ll Do

• Develop, update, and manage Primavera P6 construction schedules

• Build activity logic from engineering documents, procurement plans, and construction sequencing

• Collect progress updates and perform critical path and schedule risk analysis

• Identify delays, float erosion, and potential impacts; recommend recovery strategies

• Create look-ahead schedules, milestone tracking, and progress reports

• Coordinate schedules with permitting, utility tie-ins, and material deliveries

• Participate in project meetings and support stakeholder reporting

What We’re Looking For

• 5+ years of construction scheduling experience on complex or mission-critical projects

• Strong hands-on expertise with Primavera P6

• Solid understanding of construction sequencing and subcontractor coordination

• Ability to read and interpret engineering and civil drawings

• Experience with CPM scheduling and schedule performance analysis

• Proficiency in Excel; reporting tools are a plus

• PMP or PSP certification preferred