• Cost Control Specialist

    Actalent (Bowling Green, OH)


    Seeking Onsite Cost Control Specialist for Energy EPC on a ground up power generation facility power by natural gas in Bowling Green OH.

     

    Must be willing to be onsite in Bowling Green, OH (Per Diem Offered)

     

    Will be working 60 hours a week

    Job Description

    As a Project Controls Specialist, you will play a pivotal role in supporting project managers by developing and maintaining accurate budgets and schedules. Your focus will be on monitoring project progress to ensure alignment with financial and timeline goals, and coordinating project activities to promote efficient execution and communication across teams. You will be working on-site at large power generation projects, specifically gas-to-power plants.

    Responsibilities

    + Develop and maintain accurate project budgets and schedules.

    + Monitor project progress to ensure alignment with financial and timeline goals.

    + Compile and manage project documentation including invoices, budgets, and forecasts.

    + Coordinate project activities to promote efficient execution and communication across teams.

    + Engage in cost control, cost analysis, and earned value management.

    Essential Skills

    + Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or a related field.

    + Knowledge of accounting principles and business operations.

    + Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.

    + Familiarity with project management and cost control systems.

    + Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

    + Ability to interpret data to drive process improvements.

    + Collaboration and problem-solving skills with the ability to work effectively in a team and independently under deadlines.

     

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

     

    + Experience in construction and power generation projects.

    + Understanding of the cost reimbursable model.

    + Occasional travel to project sites is required.

    Work Environment

    You will work on-site at large construction sites, specifically in job trailers. The work schedule consists of 6x10 hour days. The projects are multi-year and involve a large amount of civil, underground, electrical, and mechanical work. You will be part of a team with 2-3 Project Engineers, along with a Construction Manager, Quality, and Safety personnel. The position offers trips home every 4-5 weeks for a long weekend and includes eligibility for bonuses and profit-sharing. The locations are primarily in the Midwest, including Bowling Green, Brownsville, and Houston.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Bowling Green, OH.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $48.00/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 fully onsite position in Bowling Green,OH.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Dec 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.