Project Controls Specialist - Industrial Electrical & Instrumentation The Woodlands, TX

Project Controls Specialist - Industrial Electrical & Instrumentation

Full Time • The Woodlands, TX
Benefits:
  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Competitive salary
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance
Job Overview:

We are seeking a detail-oriented Project Controls Specialist with experience in Electrical & Instrumentation (E&I) to support planning, scheduling, cost control, and progress tracking for industrial projects. This role plays a critical part in ensuring E&I scopes are delivered on time and within budget while maintaining visibility into project performance.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Develop and maintain project schedules for E&I scope using scheduling software 
  • Track and analyze project progress, productivity, and performance metrics 
  • Monitor costs, budgets, forecasts, and earned value for E&I activities 
  • Prepare regular reports on schedule status, cost variance, and risk analysis 
  • Coordinate with engineering, procurement, and construction teams to ensure alignment 
  • Support change management processes, including change orders and impact analysis 
  • Identify schedule risks and develop mitigation and recovery plans 
  • Assist with resource planning, including labor, materials, and equipment forecasting 
  • Validate field progress and ensure accurate reporting of installed quantities 
  • Support project closeout, including documentation and final cost reporting 
Qualifications:
  • 5+ years of experience in project controls, planning, or cost control in industrial or construction projects 
  • Experience supporting Electrical & Instrumentation (E&I) scopes 
  • Proficiency in scheduling tools such as Primavera P6 and/or Microsoft Project 
  • Strong understanding of cost control, budgeting, and earned value management (EVM) 
  • Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, schedules, and project documentation 
  • Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and reporting tools 
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills 
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Construction Management, or related field 
  • Experience in Oil & Gas, LNG, Power Generation, Chemical, Data Centers and Renewables.
  • Familiarity with ERP systems (e.g., SAP) 
  • PMI-SP, PMP, or AACE certifications (e.g., CCP, PSP) 
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:
  • This is a full-time position, Monday – Friday
  • Position based out of The Woodlands, TX office. 
  • Availability for overtime. 
 Travel: 
  • Based on project needs




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