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Newark, NJ client is seeking a Project Controls Specialist for a contract opportunity. The role will develop, maintain, and report on program budgets, forecasts, and performance dashboards. Tracks actuals vs. forecast, analyzes variances, and identifies corrective actions.**Hybrid – currently 3 days in-office per week
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare monthly spend plans, accruals, and cost summaries for client reporting.
- Support KPI tracking, performance metrics, and executive dashboards.
- Coordinate with program team, PMO, and engineering teams to validate program expenditures.
- Maintain controls documentation and ensures consistency across all program workstreams.
- Identify and implement process improvements that strengthen cost control and forecasting discipline.
- Support audit and regulatory readiness by maintaining clear documentation of cost and workflow processes.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
- 5+ years of experience in project controls, cost engineering, or financial analysis, ideally within utilities, energy efficiency, or infrastructure programs.
- Strong analytical and reporting skills with proficiency in Excel, Power BI, or Smartsheet.
- Experience with budgeting, forecasting, accruals, and cost reporting practices.
- Proven ability to work independently and lead program reporting efforts.
- Familiarity with SAP.
- Clear communicator with the ability to translate data into actionable insights.
- Organized, detail-oriented, and process-driven professional who thrives in fast-paced environments.
Reference: 1061871
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