Project Controls – Cost Specialist

Saulsbury

. Develop and maintain multiple project cost reports for internal and client use on a weekly basis .

Posted 11/12/2026full-timeHouston • Texas • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in project controls and cost management, with a strong focus on developing and maintaining project cost reports, budgets, and change management systems. Proficient in data analysis and communication, ensuring accurate reporting and collaboration with project teams.

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Project Controls ExperienceCost Management ExpertiseProficiency In Microsoft ExcelChange Management SystemsEPC Contractor Experience

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Hard Skills

Cost ReportingBudget DevelopmentData AuditsEarned Value ManagementLabor Progress ReportingCost TrackingForecastingCost CorrectionsChange OrdersContingency Management

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsTeam CollaborationTime ManagementProblem-SolvingAttention To Detail

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office SuiteProgress-Tracking Tool

Certifications & Qualifications

Valid Driver's License

Industry Keywords

Oil And Gas IndustryEPC ContractorConstruction ManagementProject Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and maintain multiple project cost reports for internal and client use on a weekly basis
Develop and maintain weekly and monthly labor progress and performance reports
Maintain project cost tracking reports for indirect labor, rental equipment, and subcontracts
Assist with development and maintenance of change management systems, including change orders, budget shifts, trends, and contingency management
Conduct forward-looking analysis and develop mitigation plans to reduce or eliminate unforeseen cost impacts
Participate in bi-weekly or monthly reviews of cost-control deliverables with the project team
Assist management in forecasting expected project costs for monthly reporting
Develop and maintain budgets in the progress-tracking tool
Audit payroll coding weekly
Perform data audits to ensure information accuracy
Liaise with procurement and billing departments
Conduct cost corrections
Apply earned value management systems
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

5+ years experience in project controls, cost management, trend and change management, and/or project management experience with an EPC contractor or in the Oil and Gas Industry preferable
Degree in engineering or construction management in lieu of experience
Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite of tools, especially Excel
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to convey information
Ability to work within a team as well as independently while prioritizing a large volume work and maintaining the highest quality
Must be able to work fast track and meet deadlines
Valid Driver's License
Subject to background check and drug screen
Ability to sit for prolonged periods and work on a computer
Ability to travel to job sites, including walking construction sites for progress audits
Ability to stoop, kneel, or crouch occasionally
Ability to regularly lift/move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift/move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift/move up to 50 pounds