PMA Consultants · 10 hours ago
Project Controls Engineer (00522)
Newark, NJ
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$132K/yr - $155K/yr
10+ years expPMA Consultants is focused on employee well-being and collaboration, seeking a Project Controls Engineer to provide advanced cost management support across project phases. The role involves developing cost control systems, performing cost analyses, and preparing reports to guide decision-making while collaborating with cross-functional teams.
Building MaterialConsultingInformation TechnologyLegalReal Estate
Responsibilities
Develops and implements cost control procedures, documents, and tools to support and enhance project budget management
Reviews and applies contract documents to define cost obligations and align deliverables
Prepares and maintains summary and detailed cost progress reports, incorporating early, late, and planned cost calculations
Prepares and maintains project cost cashflow and project cost forecasts
Performs cost analysis to identify trends and deviations, including cost underruns and overruns
Incorporates progress data into cost updates and develops corrective recommendations
Applies target estimates and pinpoints drivers of project cost variances
Supports development of what-if analyses to assess cost impacts
Develops insightful and well-structured cost reports for internal and external stakeholders
Supports project managers, contractors, and stakeholders to ensure adherence to budgets and timelines
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, finance, business, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant professional experience
10+ years of experience in project controls, cost engineering, or cost control scheduling
Proficiency with cost management software and advanced Excel skills
Strong written and verbal communication and stakeholder engagement skills
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
Ability to comply with drug-free workplace requirements
Physical ability to stand or sit for long periods; must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times and spend extended hours in front of a computer screen
Cognitive skills including problem-solving, written, and verbal communication skills; computer and software skills; and ability to read and interpret text online or in printed form
Preferred
Master's degree in finance, business administration (MBA), or a related discipline preferred, but not required
Benefits
Medical
Prescription
Dental
Vision
Time off with pay
401(k) with company match
Life
Disability
Professional development reimbursement for qualifying employees
Company
PMA Consultants
PMA Consultants is a management consulting company that offers project and construction management services.
201-500 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Gary Jentzen, JD, PE, LEED AP
COO
Dax Ponce de Leon LEED AP PMP
Chief Knowledge Officer
Recent News
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