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Project Controls Analyst

Chantilly, VA · On-site

$38.46 - $50.48/hr

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What are Director Project Controls?

A Director of Project Controls is a senior management professional responsible for overseeing the planning, scheduling, cost control, and risk management functions of large projects or project portfolios. They ensure that projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards by implementing effective project controls processes and tools. This role typically involves leading a team of project control specialists, collaborating with project managers and stakeholders, and providing strategic insight to optimize project performance. The Director of Project Controls plays a critical role in identifying potential risks and developing mitigation plans to support successful project delivery.

How does a Director of Project Controls typically interact with project managers and other stakeholders on large-scale projects?

A Director of Project Controls regularly collaborates with project managers, engineers, financial analysts, and executive leadership to ensure that projects stay on schedule and within budget. They are responsible for establishing standardized processes for cost estimation, risk management, and progress tracking, often leading meetings to review project performance and resolve issues. Effective communication and coordination are key, as the Director must gather input from multiple departments and convey complex project data in a clear, actionable manner to support decision-making. This role often serves as a bridge between technical teams and upper management, facilitating transparency and alignment across all project stakeholders.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Director of Project Controls, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Director of Project Controls, you need deep expertise in project management, cost control, scheduling, and risk analysis, typically supported by a degree in engineering or construction management and significant industry experience. Advanced proficiency with project management software (such as Primavera P6, MS Project), ERP systems, and relevant certifications (like PMP or CCP) is often required. Leadership, strategic thinking, and exceptional communication skills set top candidates apart in managing teams and stakeholder expectations. These skills ensure effective project delivery, risk mitigation, and alignment with organizational goals on complex initiatives.
What are the most commonly searched types of Project Controls jobs in Washington? The most popular types of Project Controls jobs in Washington are:
Infographic showing various Director Project Controls job openings in Washington as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 88% Full Time, 9% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 88% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution.
Procore Super User / Project Controls Specialist II

Procore Super User / Project Controls Specialist II

HNTB

Washington, DC • On-site

Full-time

Posted 26 days ago


HNTB rating

9.2

Company rating: 9.2 out of 10

Based on 21 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

What We're Looking For

At HNTB, you can create a career that is meaningful to you while building communities that matter to all of us. For more than a century, we have been delivering solutions for some of the largest, most complex infrastructure projects across the country. With our historic growth, it is an exciting time to join our team of employee-owners.
This opportunity entails supporting our rail/transit client with multiple project controls functions as a Procore-trained Super User with extensive experience supporting infrastructure design and construction projects, including transit and transportation sectors. The Procore Project Controls Specialist will lead efforts tracking and reporting on the status of the Procore Project Portfolio and closeout progress, and will provide on-call support to the Procore Admin Team.
This position will be based at the clients' offices in Alexandria, Virginia.

What You'll Do:

  • Prepare and analyze master project/program schedule, baseline schedules, progress schedules, specialty schedules, schedules analysis and project progress reporting. Works with schedulers, as appropriate, to perform schedule duties as defined. Provide or review schedule updates, produce exception reports of schedule deviations, and recommend recovery plans.
  • Develop cost estimates, including conceptual estimates, change order estimates, and other estimates as defined. Develop cost report templates, as needed. Prepare and issue budget/cost and change management reports. Produce regular budget/cost reports, including current status, forecast at completion, and variance versus baseline budget.
  • Oversee and maintain project management control system (PMCS) and/or document controls system, as relevant. Oversee document control resources and/or perform document controls responsibilities for engineering, procurement and construction documentation.
  • Establish and/or maintain project controls procedures for projects, including cost estimating, budget/cost management, scheduling, document control, reporting, risk management and claims analysis functions.
  • Assess the cost and schedule impacts of design/construction changes and assist project leadership / staff in developing workarounds and schedule recovery plans. Identify trends and deviations and recommend corrective measures to be implemented. Regularly communicates to project management regarding deviations, risks, and trends that are, or may, impact project cost and schedule. Analyze issues to determine root causes of variances and make recommendations for correcting deviations to maintain cost and schedule targets.
  • Develop and produce reports for client and project management (PM) staff to monitor progress and status of project. Prepares PM for internal and external meetings by providing reports, analysis, and backup documentation to assist in the management of the project and dissemination of information/ reports/ deliverables to the PM, client, and stakeholders.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

What You'll Need:

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management or related field and 6 years' relevant experience
  • In lieu of education, 10 years'relevant experience, or 6 years' relevant direct contractor experience

What You'll Bring:

  • Leading efforts to categorize archive requirements and close out inactive legacy Procore projects.
  • Coordinating with the Office of Design and Configuration Management to archive documents for closed projects.
  • Tracking and reporting on the status of the Procore Project Portfolio and closeout progress.
  • Providing on-call support to the Procore Admin Team.
  • Developing checklists, job aids, and SOPs, and training the (to be hired) Associate Construction Project Manager on closeout procedures.

What We Prefer:

  • Procore-trained Super User with extensive experience supporting infrastructure design and construction projects, including transit and transportation sectors.
  • 10 years of experience in project controls, document management, and process improvement within large-scale public agency environments.
  • Demonstrated expertise in project closeout, archiving, and document control procedures, including coordination with design and configuration management teams.
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Power BI for data analysis, reporting, and dashboard creation.
  • Skilled in developing and implementing standard operating procedures (SOPs), training materials, and process documentation.
  • Project Controls experience in three or more phases of project lifecycle (e.g., predesign, design, procurement, construction, and post-construction phases)
  • Project Controls experience working as client's PM/CM agent (e.g., providing program management/construction management services), or as part of design-build contractor (or equivalent design and construction experience)
  • One or more of the following AACE certifications:PSP, EVP, CCP, CEP, DRMP

Additional Information

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Locations:

Arlington, VA (Alexandria), Washington, DC

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The approximate pay range for Washington, DC is $110,390.23 - $172,661.65. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be dependent on factors, including but not limited to, the individual's qualifications, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities as well as physical work location within the state.

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The approximate nation wide pay range for this position is $95,991.51 - $187,675.71. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be dependent on factors, including but not limited to, the individual's qualifications, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities as well as physical work location within the state.

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At HNTB, you can create a career that is meaningful to you while building communities that matter to all of us. For more than a century, we have been delivering solutions for some of the largest, most complex infrastructure projects across the country. With our historic growth, it is an exciting time to join our team of employee-owners.

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Kansas City, MO, US

Year founded

1914