Project Controls Specialist – Project Delivery

Pape-Dawson

Project Controls Specialist assisting in planning and monitoring project performance for Pape-Dawson's engineering projects. Collaborating with project managers and senior staff in a full-time capacity.

Posted 7/3/2026full-timeFort Worth • Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in project controls, including budgeting, cost tracking, and forecasting, while utilizing project scheduling software and ERP systems to enhance project performance. Strong analytical and communication skills support effective collaboration across project teams and ensure accurate project documentation.

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Project BudgetingCost TrackingProject Scheduling SoftwareERP SystemsAnalytical Skills

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Hard Skills

Project BudgetingCost TrackingForecastingInvoicingProject AccountingProject Scheduling SoftwareMicrosoft ExcelERP SystemsData ValidationPerformance Data Analysis

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsOrganizational SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsWritten CommunicationVerbal Communication

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft ProjectPrimavera P6Microsoft Office SuiteReporting ToolsDocument Control Systems

Industry Keywords

Project ManagementProject ControlsConstruction ManagementFinancial ManagementProfessional Services

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support Project Managers and senior Project Controls professionals in coordinating and executing project controls activities throughout the project lifecycle.
Assist with maintaining project budgets, monitoring labor utilization, tracking project costs, and supporting project revenue forecasting.
Assist with project billing, invoicing, Work in Process (WIP) management, and Accounts Receivable (AR) tracking to support healthy project financial performance.
Collect, validate, and organize project cost, schedule, and performance data to ensure accuracy across project management and financial systems.
Assist in developing, updating, and maintaining project schedules and milestone tracking using project scheduling software.
Prepare recurring project reports, dashboards, and key performance indicators that support Project Managers and leadership in monitoring project performance.
Support project forecasting by collecting project information, identifying performance trends, and assisting with budget updates.
Assist with documenting scope changes, maintaining project documentation, and supporting project change management activities.
Maintain project files and document control systems in accordance with company standards.
Develop proficiency with the firm's ERP system, project scheduling software, and reporting tools used to support project delivery.
Support the continuous improvement of project controls processes, reporting tools, templates, and best practices.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Construction Management, Finance, Accounting, or a related field preferred.
Two (2) or more years of experience supporting project management, project controls, engineering, construction, accounting, finance, or related professional services.
Working knowledge of project management principles and the project lifecycle.
Experience with project budgeting, cost tracking, forecasting, invoicing, or project accounting is preferred.
Experience using project scheduling software such as Microsoft Project, Primavera P6, or similar applications is preferred.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Microsoft Excel.
Experience with ERP, financial management, or project management systems is preferred.
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across multidisciplinary project teams.
Demonstrated commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
Ability to work Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with additional hours as required to support project needs.

Benefits

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World-class benefits
Commitment to your overall wellbeing