• Project Controls Specialist

    Actalent (Lexington, KY)


    Project Controls Specialist

     

    Step into a role where your attention to detail and project‑driven mindset directly shape the success of major engineering initiatives. As a Project Controls Specialist, you’ll be the backbone of project performance—keeping schedules sharp, costs accurate, and teams aligned from kickoff to closeout.

    What You’ll Do

    + Set up and manage project data in Enterprise Planning & Controls systems

    + Build and maintain WBS structures, schedules, cost reports, forecasts, and cash flows

    + Support engineering, procurement, and construction teams with planning and logistics

    + Review and track purchase orders, change orders, and cost adjustments

    + Collaborate with Project Management and Accounting to review budgets, contingencies, and audit readiness

    + Develop schedule logic, resource loading, and reporting formats

    + Run schedule analyses, what‑if scenarios, and earned value tracking

    + Conduct field audits, quality checks, and assist with forensic project analysis

    + Present clear, data‑driven insights that keep projects on time and on budget

    Qualifications

    + Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, or related field (or equivalent experience)

    + 3+ years of project controls experience

    + Ability to obtain OSHA‑10 certification

    + Experience with project scheduling tools preferred

    Work Environment

    Join a 30‑person consulting engineering office in downtown Lexington with a collaborative, business‑casual culture. Expect occasional day trips to client sites, interaction with teams nationwide, 30 work‑from‑home days, and strong support for career growth—including pathways into project management.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Permanent position based out of Lexington, KY.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $38.50 - $66.00/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 Lexington,KY.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Jan 30, 2026.

    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.