Project Controls Specialist
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 1, 2026. First seen by Alion on Sep 30, 2026.
Do you have a passion for being the linchpin of a project team? Do you see the oversight and execution of the technical aspects of a project exciting and challenging? If so, Farnsworth Group is looking for our next team member to assist our Project Management team in providing our clients with exceptional design and support services.
Farnsworth Group is seeking a Project Controls Specialist to join our team. In this role, you will be a part of several project teams tasked with a supporting role to the Project Managers by overseeing and executing on a variety of necessary tasks. Successful candidates will be very detailed oriented, self-motivated, and possess strong communication skills both written and verbal. This position is a very “team focused", requiring the ability to work and communicate within a group environment daily.
What You'll Do
- Support PMs in development of workplans and resource planning.
- Liaise with architects, engineers, project managers, and other project team members to update project plans and help identify project issues.
- Support PMs by facilitating project setup and execution through the development, tracking, and management of online project platforms and project information, including but not limited to data management, analytics, data visualization, document control, and schedule management.
- Document control and quality assurance for a variety of complex documents.
- Manage project logs with PMs including RFI, submittals, and change orders.
- Process administrative aspects of the project management process, with minimal direction.
- Support PMs preparation for project reviews, as needed.
- Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
What You'll Need
- Associates Degree in Business Administration/Accounting or equivalent combination of education and experience
- 3-5 years support experience, preferably with an Architectural/Engineering or legal firm
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
- Understanding of the Architecture/Engineering industry is preferred.
- Ability to work within a team in support of common goals.
- Flexibility to adjust between various tasks to meet PMs requests while setting and managing deadlines.
- Ability to streamline functions along with a passion to learn and grow.
- Experience utilizing enterprise resources planning software (Deltek Vision or Vantagepoint) is a plus.
- Proven communication, organization, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Self-motivated / driven.
Position is a Salary Exempt, Full-Time. Location: Must be in Phoenix metroplex to service clients’ direct needs, preferably within 30 minutes of North Phoenix.
Who We Are:
Join Farnsworth Group, a nationally recognized architectural engineering and surveying firm where your career can thrive! For eleven consecutive years, we’ve been certified as a Great Place to Work®, and our engineers, architects, surveyors, and scientists channel their passion and expertise into making meaningful contributions to the world around us. With more than 650 talented professionals across 24 offices, we collaborate with clients ranging from small communities to some of the world’s largest brands. Our success is built on our people - their passion, creativity, and commitment to excellence. Here, you’ll find a supportive culture that champions your growth, embraces challenges, values work-life balance, and empowers you to make a lasting impact for our clients and communities. Join us and move your career forward.
A Great Place to Work Certified
For eleven consecutive years, Farnsworth Group has earned the prestigious Great Place to Work® certification-thanks to our employees! Each year, our staff participate in a survey administered by the Great Place to Work organization, measuring perceptions of credibility, respect, pride, fairness, and camaraderie. The results are benchmarked against the nation’s leading companies, and only top performers receive the certification. Insights from the survey help us continually enhance our work environment and foster a culture that makes Farnsworth Group an even greater place to work.
Full-time regular employee benefits and perks include:
- 401(k) with 100% Company Match up to 5%
- Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans
- Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
- Short & Long-Term Disability
- Maternity and Paternity Leave
- Professional Development and Training
- Mentoring Program
- Paid Time Off
- Wellness/Fitness Reimbursements
- Pet Insurance Plan
- Hybrid Work Program
Farnsworth Group appreciates that flexibility and work-life balance are important aspects of the careers and lives of our employees. Our Hybrid Work Program offers employees a flexible work arrangement while contributing to the Company’s culture and success. Please discuss with your recruiter for details.
Statement on Diversity and Inclusion:
Farnsworth Group is a collection of employees with unique backgrounds and perspectives that all come together to make us a better Company. It is our goal to recruit, hire, develop, retain, and promote a diverse group of people. Join us…and let’s make a difference, together.
Farnsworth Group, Inc. is proud to be a M/F Disabled and Veteran EEO/AA employer.