Senior Project Controls Specialist

Qualus

. Perform project support and work planning scheduling services for the System and Protection Department .

Posted 9/29/2026full-timeUnited StatesSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in project controls, including scheduling, cost control, and risk management, with a strong focus on major capital projects. Proficient in developing work plans, dashboards, and reports while fostering collaboration among stakeholders.

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Project Controls ExperienceScheduling ExpertiseCost Control ProficiencyRisk Management SkillsMS Project or P6 Primavera Experience

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Hard Skills

SchedulingCost ControlRisk ManagementChange ManagementEarned Value AnalysisProject Cash Flow MonitoringData IntegrationTrend Data AnalysisDashboard CreationBusiness Requirements Documentation

Soft Skills

Team BuildingRelationship ManagementCommunication SkillsStakeholder EngagementContinuous Improvement Mindset

Tools & Technologies

MS ProjectP6 PrimaveraExcel

Industry Keywords

Major Capital ProjectsRegulatory FrameworksEnvironmental RisksSupply Chain RisksProject Status Reporting

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform project support and work planning scheduling services for the System and Protection Department
Develop reports communicating the department’s near-, mid-, and long-term work plan internally and externally
Maintain the department’s work plan and integrate other departments and data sources, including the Engineering Department’s Project Status Report
Monitor budgets, handle change management, run earned value analysis, and project cash flow
Track regulatory frameworks and evaluate environmental or supply chain risks
Collect and review inputs and changes affecting the work plan, then update the work plan appropriately
Monitor and communicate project-specific tasks, required inputs, and task durations during Project Plan development
Develop processes for collecting department trend data and provide input to continuous improvement initiatives
Create dashboards and program reports for the System Protection department manager
Review and assist with communicating department status to project managers, stakeholders, and management
Provide accurate and timely dissemination of information
Foster team building and build relationships with peers, stakeholders, and management
Capture and document department business requirements and desired end-state with project stakeholders
Build schedule templates for System Protection’s use
Integrate staff inputs, task durations, and required resources for communication to project teams

Requirements

What you’ll need

15+ years of experience within project controls: scheduling, cost control, and risk/compliance
Major capital project experience
Bachelor’s degree in a related field
Must be able to work in-person Hybrid schedule either in Woodlands, TX or New Orleans, LA
Experience using MS Project or P6 Primavera for scheduling and resource management
Proficient in Excel

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Short- and Long-Term Disability coverage
Retirement Savings Plans, including employer matching where applicable
Flexible Spending and/or Health Spending Accounts
Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
Parental Leave
Paid Time Off
Company Holidays