Project Controls Specialist

Michael Baker International

Project Controls Specialist supporting project financial management in Long Beach and Los Angeles. Collaborating with Project Managers for timely project execution and budget adherence.

Posted 6/29/2026part-timeLong Beach • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $43 - $55 per hourWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Oracle

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support Project Managers with project financial setup, maintenance, and closeout
Assist in implementing financial strategies for program-level contracts
Review and prepare financial components of proposals, including bill rates and fee estimates, ensuring alignment with KPIs and accuracy of calculations.
Participate in internal and client-facing project review and budget meetings
Identify change conditions and support development of change orders and cost estimates
Establish and maintain project cost controls, tracking budgets, actuals, accruals, and commitments
Evaluate project performance and flag risks, variances, or trends
Develop and maintain custom tracking tools, dashboards, and reports
Perform budget vs. actual analysis and cost reconciliation
Utilize advanced Excel tools (pivot tables, formulas, dashboards) for data analysis
Extract and analyze data from systems (e.g., Oracle) to support reporting needs
Analyze large datasets and produce clear, actionable financial insights
Coordinate with Project Managers and billing teams to prepare and process invoices
Track accounts receivable and support timely client payments
Review subconsultant invoices and coordinate payment processing
Provide a high level of internal customer service, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and proactive communication
Support additional project needs to ensure successful delivery and client satisfaction

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (or equivalent experience)
5+ years of experience in engineering or consulting environments
Experience supporting project controls functions (cost management, budgeting, financial tracking)
Strong knowledge of cost tracking, forecasting, and variance analysis (EAC/ETC)
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, formulas, data analysis)
Strong analytical skills with high attention to detail and accuracy
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to collaborate effectively across cross-functional teams (PMs, accounting, billing, clients)
Proven ability to build strong working relationships with Project Managers
Strong problem-solving, organizational, and time management skills
Self-starter with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment
Customer-service mindset, treating Project Managers as key internal clients
Experience in a Planning practice (Preferred)
Experience with Oracle E-Business Suite or similar financial systems (Preferred)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Life, AD&D, short-term, and long-term disability
Professional and personal development opportunities
Generous paid time off
Commuter and wellness benefits

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Hard Skills & Tools

Cost ManagementBudgetingVariance AnalysisFinancial TrackingData AnalysisCost ReconciliationChange Order DevelopmentKPI AlignmentProposal PreparationAccounts Receivable Tracking

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsAttention to DetailCommunication SkillsProblem-SolvingOrganizational Skills