Project Controls Specialist

HDR, Inc.
life insurance, parental leave, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement
United States, New York, New York
Jun 17, 2025
At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world? Watch Our Story:' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story' Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world. HDR has an opening for a Project Controls Specialist to provide support to our project teams in the delivery of Transportation Business Group projects in the New York/New Jersey Area. This role will partner with our Project Controls Manager and our Project Delivery Lead in monitoring and tracking scope, schedule, budget, and quality activities for projects. Description: In the role of Project Controls Specialist, we'll count on you to: Establish WBS and develop and maintain complex project schedules for various phases of the project Develop and monitor project metrics, including budget, schedule and quality activities Coordinate with necessary team members Participate in project coordination meetings Conduct project site visits if applicable Conduct schedule baseline and schedule update reviews Develop staffing cost estimates Manage and enforce adherence to project controls practices and procedures, including change management and records management Develop and monitor key performance indicators and report to project and program staff Review project change documentation and ensure compliance with change procedures and contract specifications Establish project schedules, forecast and cost controls procedures Work with Project Manager, Accounting, Operational and Business Leadership for periodic project reviews Perform other duties as needed Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's degree in construction management or engineering or similar A minimum of 5 years' experience in project controls work on engineering and construction projects, including planning, estimating, forecasting, scheduling, cost control, schedule control, and project reports Certifications (one or more): PSP, PMP, PE, CM, EVP, PMI-SP, CST Ability to interpret design and construction schedules Construction schedule fundamentals (including CPM), progressively complex scheduling techniques as well as scheduling software including Primavera. Functional computer usage including familiarity with Microsoft office suite software, Microsoft Project, Primavera P6, and Construction Management Software. The capability to actively progress knowledge in the areas of: Oral and written communication skills Interpersonal and leadership skills Coordination and prioritization of multiple long and short-term tasks Organizational, analytical and problem-solving abilities An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must Preference is given to local candidates Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree The capability to actively progress knowledge in the areas of: Oral and written communication skills Interpersonal and leadership skills Coordination and prioritization of multiple long and short-term tasks Organizational, analytical and problem-solving abilities An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must What We Believe HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve. Our Commitment As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day. Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees. We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location. (Stated benefits are for full-time regular positions. Temporary and part-time roles eligible for limited benefits.) {New York}: $94,325 - $134,750 {New Jersey}: $90,552 - $129,360 Primary Location : United States-New York-New York Other Locations : United States-New Jersey-Newark, United States-New York-Tarrytown Industry : Construction, Project Controls & Design/Build Schedule : Full-time Employee Status : Regular BusinessClass : Project Controls Job Posting : Jun 16, 2025