Project Control Engineer

Parsons Corporation

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Project Control Engineer to join our team! In this role, you will support project controls activities, including cost management, forecasting, reporting, and procurement coordination, ensuring successful project execution and alignment with organizational goals.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Prepare detailed reports from Costpoint, CER system, Project Controls dashboard, or CFT to provide insights into project performance and progress.
• Update percent complete information into Parsons systems, including Costpoint, to ensure accurate tracking of project milestones.
• Update forecasts into Parsons systems, including Costpoint, to reflect changes in project scope, schedule, or budget.
• Review and coordinate procurement requisitions, including cost coding and approval for project controls, ensuring alignment with project budgets and timelines.
• Prepare independent analysis for projects and/or programs to support decision-making and provide recommendations for corrective actions.
• Conduct monthly reviews of costs, earned value, and performance metrics to ensure project performance aligns with expectations and contractual obligations.
• Provide guidance, direction, and specialized assistance for the resolution of coding, time card issues, or other project controls-related items.

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

• Bachelor s degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Minimum of 3 years of related work experience in project controls or a similar role.
• Proficient PC skills, including experience with various Project Controls software and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Solid understanding of Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) and job costing principles.
• Experience with budget forecasting, tracking program/project budgets, and financial reporting.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent teamwork and customer (internal and external) relationship skills.

What Desired Skills You'll Bring:

• Experience with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems such as Costpoint or similar platforms.
• Background in engineering, construction, or project management consultancy (PMC).
• Knowledge of planning and scheduling tools, including Primavera P6.
• Experience with client billing processes and financial reconciliation.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Familiarity with risk management tools and techniques to identify and mitigate project risks.