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Assess the cost and schedule impacts of design/construction changes and assist project leadership ... Project Controls experience in three or more phases of project lifecycle (e.g., predesign, design ...

Assess the cost and schedule impacts of design/construction changes and assist project leadership ... Project Controls experience in three or more phases of project lifecycle (e.g., predesign, design ...

May recommend technology solutions to meet the requirements of a program or project and assist in ... Mentors Project Controls Specialists I and II if applicable and may serve as technical lead.

... assist in the management of the project and dissemination of information/reports/deliverables to ... Project Controls experience in two or more phases of project lifecycle (e.g., predesign, design ...

Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively in a dynamic environment. * Assist with establishing criteria for Project Controls activities. * Demonstrated ability to plan and organize.

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How much do project controls assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 1, 2026, the average hourly pay for project controls assistant in Tennessee is $19.55, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.72 and $22.02 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Project Controls Assistant vs Cost Controller?

AspectProject Controls AssistantCost Controller
CredentialsTypically requires a diploma or associate degree in project management, finance, or related fieldOften requires a degree in finance, accounting, or related discipline, with certifications like CMA or CPA beneficial
Work EnvironmentWorks within project teams, supporting scheduling, reporting, and documentationFocuses on budgeting, cost tracking, and financial analysis within projects
Industry UsageCommonly used in construction, engineering, and infrastructure projectsPrimarily found in construction, manufacturing, and large-scale project industries

The Project Controls Assistant and Cost Controller roles share similarities in supporting project management and financial tracking. However, the Project Controls Assistant typically focuses on scheduling, reporting, and documentation support, while the Cost Controller specializes in budgeting, cost analysis, and financial oversight. Both roles require related credentials and are vital in project execution, but their core responsibilities differ based on financial versus scheduling focus.

Are project controls assistants in demand?

Project controls assistants are in steady demand across industries such as construction, engineering, and infrastructure, where they support project scheduling, cost control, and reporting. Employers seek candidates with skills in project management software like Primavera or MS Project, and demand is expected to grow with ongoing infrastructure development and large-scale projects.

What is a project controls assistant?

A project controls assistant supports project managers by tracking schedules, budgets, and progress to ensure projects stay on track. They often use tools like Primavera or Microsoft Project and assist with data collection, reporting, and document management in construction or engineering environments.

What are the most commonly searched types of Project Controls jobs in Tennessee?

The most popular types of Project Controls jobs in Tennessee are:

Infographic showing various Project Controls Assistant job openings in Tennessee as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 85% Full Time, 10% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 83% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 12% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $40,674 per year, or $19.6 per hour.

Project Controls Specialist II

Nashville, TN • On-site


HNTB
Construction • 1 - 5K employees

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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 being responsible for providing technical support for multiple project controls functions including but not limited to; scheduling, estimating, cost control, risk management, document control and project management information systems. The Project Controls Specialist II reports on cost controls and schedules for projects involving cost and schedule work breakdown structures and metrics, analyzing data and presenting results, updating and maintaining the project controls system and document controls to ensure documents are filed appropriately and work processes are used according to project procedures.

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 We Prefer:

  • 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
  • DOT experience

Additional Information

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Locations:

Nashville, TN (City Center)

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NOTICE TO THIRD-PARTY AGENCIES:

HNTB does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or agencies. Any staffing/employment agency, person or entity that submits an unsolicited resume to this site does so with the understanding that the applicant's resume will become the property of HNTB. HNTB will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion and without any fee owed to the submitting staffing/employment agency, person or entity. Staffing/employment agencies who have fee agreements with HNTB must submit applicants to the designated HNTB recruiter to be eligible for placement fees.


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About HNTB

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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.

Industry

Construction

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Kansas City, MO, US

Year founded

1914


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