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Black Box · 18 hours ago

Project Controls Specialist

Rayville, LA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

Black Box is a trusted global solutions integrator and digital technology partner, dedicated to delivering solutions and services for communications and IT infrastructure. The Project Controls Specialist supports data center delivery programs by providing schedule and cost controls, ensuring project schedules and cost data accurately reflect execution in the field.

Communications InfrastructureTelecommunications

Responsibilities

Support assigned data center projects as the Project Controls Specialist (Schedule & Cost), focused on structured cabling, network installation, and technology infrastructure scopes

Develop, maintain, and update detailed project schedules aligned with GC milestones (DEC-C Ready, ENS Ready, PR, SC) and Black Box installation sequencing

Track and forecast direct labor hours, headcount, and installation productivity against the schedule

Monitor project costs including labor, material (OFCI / OFOI), expenses, and change impacts

Ensure schedules and cost data accurately reflect real-time field conditions, access constraints, and material readiness

Perform weekly schedule updates and progress tracking based on field input and installation status

Support cost tracking, forecasting, and variance analysis across active buildings and work packages

Assist with Earned Value metrics (CPI, SPI), labor curves, and installation productivity trending

Support change order reviews, bid leveling, and cost impact assessments related to scope changes or sequencing adjustments

Maintain alignment between schedule, cost, and resource plans across Black Box reporting tools

Identify potential risks related to schedule logic, access handovers, material delays, and labor availability

Escalate schedule and cost risks to senior Project Controls leadership with supporting data

Assist in maintaining project risk registers and tracking mitigation actions

Support schedule reviews to ensure critical path and phasing logic reflect data center execution realities

Work closely with Project Managers, Superintendents, and Field Leads to ensure alignment between planning and execution

Coordinate with procurement teams to align material deliveries with installation sequencing

Support communication between jobsite teams and Senior Project Controls Leads

Participate in coordination meetings with GCs, trade partners, and internal Black Box leadership as required

Provide clear, concise schedule and cost updates to support decision-making

Qualification

Project ControlsPrimavera P6Cost TrackingEarned Value ManagementMicrosoft ExcelSAPCommunication SkillsAttention to DetailSelf-Motivated

Required

Strong working knowledge of project controls fundamentals within construction or data center environments

Experience supporting data center, structured cabling, or low-voltage infrastructure projects preferred

Proficiency in Primavera P6 and/or Microsoft Project for detailed schedule updates

Experience tracking labor hours, headcount, and productivity against schedule

Familiarity with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or equivalent for cost tracking

Foundational understanding of Earned Value Management (EVM) concepts

Strong skills in Microsoft Excel; exposure to Power BI or Tableau is a plus

Understanding of GC milestone structures, phased turnovers, and multi-building execution

High attention to detail with strong documentation and reporting discipline

Ability to manage multiple priorities across fast-moving job sites

Clear verbal and written communication skills

Ability to work effectively with field teams, PMs, clients, and vendors

Self-motivated, execution-focused, and eager to grow within Black Box's Project Controls organization

High school diploma or equivalent

Minimum 5+ years as a construction planner / scheduler for projects with contract values in excess of $15 million

Preferred

Bachler degree in construction management, engineering or equivalent field experience preferred

Preferred professional certifications: Project Management Institute Scheduling Professional (PMI-SP), Association for the Advancement of Cost Engineering Planning and Scheduling Professional (PSP), Project Management Institute Project Management Professional (PMP)

Benefits

Comprehensive Total Rewards Program

Company

Black Box

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Black Box is a global leader in digital infrastructure solutions, delivering network and system integration, managed services, and technology products to Fortune 100 and top global enterprises.

Founded in 1993

New York, New York, USA

1001-5000 employees