Project Controls Specialist

Akkodis is seeking a Project Controls Specialist for a Contract job with a client in Lexington, KY. The ideal candidate must have strong hands‑on experience with project controls, scheduling, cost tracking, and forecasting, with exposure to tools like Primavera P6, and the ability to support engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) projects.

Rate Range: $45/hour to $50/hour; The rate may be negotiable based on experience, education, geographic location, and other factors.

Project Controls Specialist job responsibilities include:

• Lead project controls processes, including planning, scheduling, cost tracking, and forecasting for multiple projects.

• Develop and maintain Work Breakdown Structures (WBS), project schedules, cost reports, and cash flow models.

• Utilize Enterprise Planning & Controls software (Primavera P6 preferred) to analyze data, manage logs, and generate reports.

• Monitor and evaluate project performance, including critical path analysis, earned value management, and resource loading.

• Review and manage change orders, purchase orders, and subcontract documentation for proper coding and compliance.

• Perform schedule and cost analysis, including “what-if” scenarios, forecasting, and progress tracking.

Desired Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field, or equivalent experience.

• 3+ years of experience in project controls, scheduling, or cost management within EPC or construction environments.

• Experience with Oracle Primavera P6 (preferred).

• Strong knowledge of project scheduling techniques (CPM), cost forecasting, and earned value management.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and organizational skills.

• Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.

• OSHA 10-hour certification (or ability to obtain).

If you are interested in this role, then please click APPLY NOW. For other opportunities available at Akkodis, or any questions, feel free to contact me at Punit.Pathak@akkodisgroup.com

Pay Details: $45.00 to $50.00 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

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Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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