Project Controls Specialist

STV is seeking a Project Controls Specialist to join our Project Controls department at our Dallas, TX office, to support cost, schedule, and performance management on complex infrastructure and capital projects. This role will play a key part in ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget by supporting cost tracking, scheduling, forecasting, and change management activities. The ideal candidate is well-versed in project controls fundamentals and capable of independently supporting key project reporting and analysis functions. Key Responsibilities Cost Management & Forecasting Support development and maintenance of project budgets, cost tracking, and forecasts Perform cost variance analysis, trend identification, and forecasting (EAC) to track financial performance Review invoices, pay applications, and cost documentation for accuracy and compliance Assist in evaluating change orders and understanding budget impacts Scheduling & Performance Tracking Develop and maintain project schedules using Primavera P6 or similar CPM tools Support schedule updates, progress tracking, and milestone monitoring Perform basic schedule impact analysis and delay evaluations Track project performance against baseline schedules and KPIs Change Management & Risk Support Assist in change management processes, including cost and schedule impact analysis Support risk identification and tracking in coordination with project teams Help maintain documentation to support claims avoidance and issue resolution Reporting & Communication Prepare project controls reports, dashboards, and status updates for internal teams and clients Ensure data accuracy across project controls systems and reporting tools Communicate project performance trends, risks, and issues to project teams and leadership Project Controls Integration Collaborate with project managers, engineers, estimators, and field teams to align cost and schedule data Support implementation of project controls procedures, tools, and best practices Maintain project documentation, logs, and reporting systems Required Qualifications Bachelors degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Controls, or related field (or equivalent experience) Approximately 46 years of experience in project controls, cost engineering, or scheduling Experience supporting cost control, forecasting, and scheduling functions Working knowledge of CPM scheduling principles and tools (Primavera P6 preferred) Understanding of earned value management, change management, and risk analysis principles Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other reporting tools Preferred Qualifications Experience supporting infrastructure, transportation, or large capital programs Familiarity with PMIS platforms such as e-Builder, Kahua, Unifier, or similar systems Exposure to earned value management (EVM) and performance reporting Professional certifications such as AACE (CCP, PSP) or willingness to pursue Compensation Range: $83,978.91 - $95,975.90 STV offers the following benefits Health insurance, including an option with a Health Savings Account Dental insurance Vision insurance Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care and Transit and Parking where applicable) Disability insurance Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment 401(k) Plan Retirement Counseling Employee Assistance Program Paid Time Off (starting at 16 days) Paid Holidays (9 days) Back-Up Dependent Care (up to 10 days per year) Parental Leave (up to 80 hours) Continuing Education Program Professional Licensure and Society Memberships STV is committed to paying all of its employees in a fair, equitable, and transparent manner. The listed pay range is STVs good-faith salary estimate for this position. Please note that the final salary offered for this position may be outside of this published range based on many factors, including but not limited to geography, education, experience, and/or certifications. Not sure this role is the perfect match? We encourage you to apply if STVs work and values resonate with you. We know great candidates dont always meet every qualification, and research shows women and people of color are less likely to apply unless they do. At STV, we believe strong talent comes from a wide range of backgrounds, and your skills and experience may align with this or another opportunity as we continue to grow. STV is one of the top infrastructure-focused professional services firms in North America. Founded in 1912, STV advises, plans, designs, engineers and delivers the infrastructure that powers local economies, including transportation systems, buildings, water and other facilities. Headquartered in New York City, the company has more than 65 offices and 3,300 employees who reimagine the solutions and structures that connect our communities. The firm is ranked 32nd in Engineering News-Records Top 500 Design Firms survey and is 11th in its transportation category. STV is deeply committed to investing in its people and creating a world-class employee experience. We are passionate about mentoring, coaching and cultivating our talent because we know they are destined to become the next generation of industry leaders. Were also committed to delivering formative career experiences and we do that by providing challenging and unique work experiences, by mapping multiple ways to advance (beyond the traditional career ladder!) and by recognizing those who successfully chart new and exciting paths for the firm. We value a wide range of perspectives and experiences, without regard to any factor or characteristic, regardless of whether it is a category protected by federal, state and/or local law, making them an integral part of how we work. Our approach ensures that every individual is respected, heard, and given opportunities to contribute meaningfully. We remove barriers and create pathways for growth, embedding fairness into our daily operations. Learn more atstvinc.com. STV exists to make communities better through innovative solutions that connect people, places and the present to the future. Our local teams throughout the country deeply understand the needs of their communities and have the expertise to provide solutions. We are also committed to giving back to our communities and our neighbors through volunteering and philanthropic activities; fundraising events; scholarships, internships, and mentoring; and sustainability and community improvement projects. Learn more. STV provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.