Job Description

Job DetailsJob Location: PHILADELPHIA - PHILADELPHIA, PA 19106Position Type: Full TimeReporting to the VP Operational Excellence, the Project Controls Specialist is responsible for providing hands-on project services implementation and delivery including (but not limited to) cost and/or planning functions on projects. Reports on project analytics pertaining to KPI's at both the project and business level. Contributes to the design, development, and implementation of additional project controls tools and processes that will add value to stakeholders.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Provide subject-matter expertise to project teams on reporting tools & dashboards
Assist in monitoring project health & performance; ensure key performance metrics are understood
Support Project Managers in budgeting, change management, forecasting, and reporting
Support the implementation of an Earned Value Management system to measure project performance, identify variances, and inform accurate forecasting
Prepare reports of Profit & Loss
Establish invoicing milestones as required for each project, tracking progress and billing forecasts
Support PMs in developing and maintaining project plans
Mentor personnel in Earned Value methodologies
Assist in maintaining and improving the cost management systems
Participate in internal management project status meetings
Provide Resource Utilization metrics
Assist PMs with monthly forecasts of project revenue, margin, cost and completion milestones
Support risk management activities
Assist Project Managers in the logging, tracking, mitigation of risk, and development of approved change orders
Collaborate on early identification & assessment of critical project issues and risks, and suggested corrective actions
Other duties as assigned
Competencies you possess:
Attention to detail
Service Excellence
Results, Action Oriented
Accountability and responsibility
Teamwork and collaboration
Decision Quality
Problem solving
Self-starter, self-motivation
EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS
Work Experience: 7 years’ experience in a project specialist or similar role
Education: Bachelor’s degree in engineering, accounting, business, or related field, or equivalent experience
Analytics/Computer Skills: Advanced Microsoft Office Skills; basic understanding of project accounting principles and processes
Drive data-driven decision-making - integrating project controls data with business intelligence tools (e.g., dashboards, trend analysis, and predictive analytics) to provide actionable insights
Participate in continuous improvement initiatives - Evaluating existing project controls processes, identifying inefficiencies, and recommend best practices to enhance accuracy, scalability, and overall project delivery performance.
Organization Skills: Highly organized and detail-oriented; ability to multi-task and shift priorities as needed; ability to organize and manage multiple priorities; time management skills
Cross-functional skills: Ability to work well cross-functionally
Communication Skills: Strong oral and written communication skills; Strong interpersonal skills; strong analytical skills; ability to maintain confidentiality
Additional requirements:
Demonstrated Analytical & Adaptive Thinking
Project Controls Ambassador
Microsoft Excel Expertise
ERP Systems Expertise (e.g. Vantagepoint)
Salary Range: $85,000.00 - $100,000.00 annually
About Urban:
Our culture is built around our people. Voted a top workplace by our employees, we are committed to advancing careers and providing a foundation for professional growth. Urban offers a wide range of health, welfare, and financial benefits to our employees, as well as career development through our own Urban Training Institute, tuition assistance program, and certification incentives.
Founded in 1960, Urban provides services for buildings, ports, transit, railroads, airports, bridges, and highways. We specialize in engineering design, environmental, planning, construction services, and program management. By providing innovation, technical excellence, and on-time performance, we create value for a proud Urban family.
Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status
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