• Project Controls Specialist

    Actalent (Lexington, KY)


    Join Our Team as a Project Controls Specialist

     

    Work Style: Hybrid (30 WFH days/year + 9/80 schedule)

    Team Size: 30 (Lexington office)

    Are you ready to take control of your career and help shape the future of engineering projects? We’re seeking a Project Controls Specialist who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and is passionate about driving precision, efficiency, and innovation in project execution.

    What You’ll Do

    As a Staff Project Controls Specialist, you’ll be the heartbeat of our project management operations—ensuring every initiative runs smoothly, stays on budget, and meets deadlines. You’ll work closely with engineering, procurement, and construction teams to deliver high-impact results.

    Key Responsibilities:

    + Architect and manage Work Breakdown Structures (WBS)

    + Develop and maintain scheduling reports, cost forecasts, and cash flows across multiple projects

    + Lead project execution planning and logistics

    + Interface with project teams and accounting to monitor costs and contingencies

    + Approve purchase orders and track changes in cost reports

    + Support external audits and change order reviews

    + Create and analyze schedule reports using Primavera P6

    + Facilitate Interactive Project Planning Meetings (IPPM)

    + Implement earned value management systems and progress curves

    + Conduct field audits and forensic analysis to validate reporting accuracy

     

    What You Bring

     

    We’re looking for someone with a sharp analytical mind, a proactive attitude, and a passion for project excellence.

    Essential Skills:

    + Project controls, cost analysis, and scheduling (Primavera P6 preferred)

    + Document and inventory control

    + Quality assurance and construction coordination

    + Strong data entry and project management capabilities

    Qualifications:

    + Degree in engineering, construction management, or related field (or equivalent experience)

    + 3+ years of direct project controls experience

    + Ability to obtain OSHA-10 certification

    + Must be located in or willing to relocate to Lexington, KY

    Why You’ll Love Working Here

    + Flexible Work Culture: Enjoy a hybrid schedule with 30 WFH days and every other Friday off.

    + Collaborative Environment: Work with a tight-knit team in Lexington and connect with colleagues nationwide.

    + Career Growth: Opportunities to advance beyond your current role in a growing ESOP firm.

    + Competitive Rewards: Bonus structure, professional development, and a business-casual atmosphere.

     

    Ready to Make an Impact?

     

    If you’re excited by the idea of transforming how projects are controlled and executed, we want to hear from you. Apply today and become a key player in a team that values precision, collaboration, and innovation.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $36.75 - $52.50/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 Lexington,KY.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Oct 31, 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.