Principal Project Controls

Job Title: Principal Project Controls
Location: Charlotte, NC 28202
Contract length: 24-month Contract
Pay: $72/hr - $77.42/hr

Principal Project Controls Qualifications
Required

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Administration, Engineering, Project management or other related degree
• 7 years direct project estimating experience
• In lieu of Bachelor's degree(s) AND 7 years related work experience listed above
• High School/GED AND 10 plus years related work experience
• Ability to work independently or in groups, think creatively and analytically, and make quick and sound decisions
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Preferred

• Master's degree in Business Administration
• In addition to desired degree, 20 years related work experience
• Project Management Professional
• Software such as MS Project/MS Office Suite, Primavera, Business Objects, Passport, Powerplant, Emax, Peoplesoft
• Risk management tools / Monte Carlo analysis
• Expertise with project management / project controls concepts / computer applications / analytics
• Heavy Civil/Earth work estimating experience, landfill constructions, close-out estimating experience, and wells installation experience

Principal Project Controls Description

• Experience with material take-off and or assessments
• Travel to site to assess tie-in, existing infrastructure, specific site conditions etc. into estimates
• Lead the preparation of comprehensive cost estimates for projects at all stages, from concept through execution
• Break down projects into work packages and assign costs to labor, materials, equipment, and indirect expenses
• Coordinate with engineering, construction, procurement, and other departments to obtain necessary data for accurate estimates
• Utilize industry-standard methodologies, tools, and databases to ensure precision and consistency in cost forecasts
• Review historical data and apply benchmarking to validate estimate assumptions and outputs
• Account for contingencies, escalation, and potential risks within the estimate structure
• Present estimate methodologies, results, and recommendations to project management and leadership
• Facilitate estimate reviews and challenge sessions with multi-disciplinary teams to ensure robust cost estimate and basis
• Prepare and deliver clear, concise, and transparent reports and presentations for both technical and non-technical audiences
• Act as the primary point of contact for estimation
• Assess, validate, and challenge cost estimates submitted by contractors, consultants, and suppliers.
• Benchmark third-party estimates against internal data and market trends
• Engage in value engineering exercises to optimize project scope and reduce unnecessary costs
• Ensure all contractual obligations related to cost estimation and reporting are met by external parties
• Champion the adoption and continuous improvement of cost estimation tools, databases, and best practices
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry standards, technological advancements, and emerging trends in project controls and cost estimation
• Support for Procurement and Contracting Processes
• Provide cost input for procurement strategies, contract negotiations, and bid evaluations
• Prepare cost assessments and pricing structures for bid evaluation
• Assist in negotiations with vendors and subcontractors regarding pricing and scope changes
• Assess the cost impact of project changes, claims, and variations
• Prepare and evaluate cost estimates for proposed modifications and assess their impact on overall project budget and schedule
• Provide data to Site Lead
• Support dispute resolution and claims analysis with detailed cost data and rationale
• Ensure all estimating outputs comply with procedural requirements
• Participate in internal and external audits of cost estimates and processes
• Identify and implement corrective actions in response to audit findings or process deficiencies
• Lead post-project reviews and lessons learned sessions to capture estimation successes and areas for improvement.
• Update cost databases, benchmarks, and tools based on project outcomes and industry developments
• Provide strategic advice and guidance to senior management on project cost and control matters
• Contribute to resource planning, recruitment, and team leadership as required