Tetra Tech · 14 hours ago
Project Controls Assistant
Plano, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
2+ years expTetra Tech is a leader in water, environment, and sustainable infrastructure, providing high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. The Project Controls Assistant will provide hands-on project assistance across multiple municipal infrastructure projects, supporting Project Engineers and Project Managers with project setup, documentation, scheduling, budgeting, and financial tracking.
ConsultingEnvironmental EngineeringInfrastructureNatural ResourcesRenewable Energy
Responsibilities
Support Project Engineers and Project Managers with project setup activities, including work breakdown structures, project documentation, and coordination with internal teams and clients
Assist with tracking and maintaining project schedules and budgets to support effective project execution
Collaborate with Project Managers and Project Accountants to manage project costs, ensuring cost models accurately reflect rates, overhead, markups, usage, and financial assumptions
Assist with identifying, documenting, and preparing budget changes, potential contract amendments, and change order documentation
Support risk management efforts by identifying key performance indicators that may impact project schedule, scope, or budget
Assist with the management and tracking of RFIs and submittals during construction phases
Support client invoicing efforts, including earned value reporting, project status reporting, and documentation required under client contract terms
Prepare draft project documents for review by Project Managers, including:
Project Work Plans
Change Order Documentation
Project Evaluation and Estimate at Completion (PEEAC) forms
Assist with portfolio-level risk analysis by reviewing project metrics, coordinating with Accounting to ensure risks are appropriately reflected in reserves, and supporting audit readiness
Coordinate project review logistics and assist with compiling supporting documentation for internal and external reviews
Develop PowerPoint presentations and visual materials for client project updates
Assist with the preparation of technical materials and documentation in support of proposals
Operate semi-independently to produce accurate drafts and reports, exercising sound judgment prior to Project Manager review and finalization
Qualification
Required
Associate's degree in business, accounting, or a related field
Minimum of two years of experience in an architectural, engineering, construction, or similar project-based industry
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Teams, and Microsoft Project
Strong organizational and analytical skills with attention to detail
Ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively in a team environment
Professional communication skills, with the ability to interact with clients and internal stakeholders across written, verbal, and virtual platforms
Benefits
Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits.
Merit-based financial rewards.
Flexibility and company-wide commitment to work/life balance.
Collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees.
Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth.
Company
Tetra Tech
Tetra Tech provides innovative solutions focused on water, the environment and energy for the government and commercial clients.
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (7)
2024 (11)
2023 (11)
2022 (4)
2021 (13)
2020 (16)
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$500M2023-08-17Post Ipo Debt· $500M
1991-12-17IPO
Leadership Team
Dan Batrack
CEO
Craig Christensen
SVP - CIO
Recent News
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2026-01-11
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