• Project Controls Coordinator

    Actalent (Houston, TX)


    Job Title: Project Controls Coordinator Job Description

     

    We are seeking a dedicated Project Controls Coordinator to join our dynamic team in Houston, TX. This role involves a hybrid work model, balancing in-office presence on Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday with remote work on Wednesday and Friday. The focus is on providing comprehensive control functions on all assigned projects, ensuring effective cost management and proactive risk mitigation throughout the project lifecycle.

    Responsibilities

    + Monitor, report, and control project costs, performing forecasting and variance analysis for both field and internal project expenses.

    + Conduct in-depth project analysis, particularly from a field control perspective, to facilitate proactive communication and risk mitigation.

    + Collaborate with contractors to deliver training and support for EcoSys LEMs, ensuring accurate rate and estimate submissions.

    + Support Project Controls Advisors in setting up, receiving, and attesting LEMs.

    + Serve as a dedicated Field Cost Analyst for high-risk, high-complexity projects.

    + Generate regular and ad hoc analysis, including graphs, summary tables, and presentations.

    + Assist Project Engineers and Managers in Project Scope Management by providing insights into scope definition, verification, change control, and financial health.

    + Prepare expenditure profiles, workforce histograms, and comparative capital cost estimates, along with total program monthly forecast summaries.

    + Collaborate with internal teams to understand field costs and compare them against budgets and forecasts.

    + Track Key Performance Indicators and work with support groups to enhance project execution.

    + Prepare project status reports with variance analysis for senior management.

    + Forecast project and construction costs with detailed cost variance analysis.

    Essential Skills

    + Diploma or degree in construction or operations, with 3–7 years of relevant experience.

    + Field and industrial construction experience, particularly with cost and scheduling controls across multi-discipline projects.

    + Familiarity with engineering, procurement, contracting, execution, and commissioning phases.

    + Basic understanding of pipeline and terminal operations.

    + Advanced proficiency in MS Excel, including pivot tables and v-lookups.

    + Experience with MS Office Suite and Oracle or SAP.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Experience with EcoSys and Power BI is a plus.

    + Exposure to high-risk, high-complexity projects as a Field Cost Analyst.

    + Familiarity with Earned Value Management (EVM) techniques.

    + Strong oral and written communication skills.

    + Excellent problem-solving, decision-making, and organizational skills.

    + Collaborative, team-oriented, and proactive work style.

    + Ability to train and support contractors on tools like EcoSys LEMs.

    Work Environment

    The position operates under a hybrid model, with in-office presence required on Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday, and remote work on Wednesday and Friday. This structure supports a balanced work-life dynamic while fostering collaboration and productivity.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract position based out of Houston, Texas.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $55.00/hr.

     

    Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

     

    • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a hybrid position in Houston,TX.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Sep 30, 2025.

    About Actalent

    Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

     

    If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.