Sr. Project Controls Specialist

Title : Sr. Project Controls Specialist

Location : Portland, OR

Hire Type : Contract

Salary : $50–$60 / hr

Benefits : Medical, dental, vision

Sterling Engineering is looking for a Sr. Project Controls Specialist in Portland, OR. This opportunity is with a utility company supporting capital projects in transmission and distribution.

Job Duties :

Lead project controls efforts with a focus on cost control

Act as a mentor and key knowledge resource within the group

Develop and maintain project schedules using Primavera

Analyze project costs and variances using SAP; ensure corrections are made

Support large construction projects across the project life cycle

Qualifications :

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business (or equivalent experience)

Minimum 5 years of project controls experience

Prior utility and large construction project experience

Proficient in SAP, Primavera, and MS Office

Strong understanding of project scheduling and cost control

Preferred : CPM Certification and experience in electric utility design or construction

Schedule :

Standard 40-hour week. Base schedule is 7 : 00–4 : 00 or 8 : 00–5 : 00 with a 1-hour lunch. Minimal overtime expected.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.