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North Wind allows its employees to develop creative and practical solutions to complex problems, while accomplishing its mission of delivering quality results safely, on time, and on budget, for every project. Our mission is accomplished through forward-thinking, advanced technology services, and our cultivation of a diverse and inclusive workplace.\nNorth Wind recognizes our biggest asset is our employees. Our success is a direct result of the hard work, skills, expertise, and unique perspectives and talents that each of our employees bring to North Wind. We are looking for exceptionally talented, motivated, and dynamic individuals to join the North Wind team - not only to support our mission but be an integral part of our continued success.\nPosition Summary\nThe Project Controls Engineer plays a key role in coordinating the daily planning, scheduling, cost management, and performance tracking activities for environmental projects, maintaining a strong and consistent presence in the field. Working closely with construction teams, this role develops, updates, and analyzes project schedules and cost data to accurately reflect real-time site conditions and progress.\nBy integrating field performance, cost trends, and project risks, the Project Controls Engineer delivers reliable forecasting, productivity insights, and performance analysis that support timely, informed decision-making. The role partners directly with superintendents, project managers, and craft teams to ensure alignment between installed work, schedule advancement, and budget expectations-ultimately driving efficient, predictable, and successful project execution.\nKey Responsibilities\n\nScheduling, Cost Planning & Budgeting\nDevelop and maintain integrated project schedules using tools such as Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project.\nAssist in creating Work Breakdown Structures (WBS) in line with project scope and deliverables.\nDefine logical sequencing of activities, durations, and resource requirements\nSupport the development and validation of project budgets ensuring alignment between estimate, scope, contracts, and schedule\nEstablish and maintain the project Cost Breakdown Structure (CBS) and maintain alignment with WBS and schedule\nAssist in developing cost-loaded schedules in coordination with project management team\nCost Control & Forecasting\n\nMonitor and control project costs including labor, materials, equipment, and subcontracts \nTrack commitments (POs, subcontracts) and actual expenditures against budget \nWork closely with field teams to validate progression against projected quantities\nPrepare cost forecasts and estimate-at-completion (EAC) projections\nAssist in earned value management (EVM) analysis and reporting\nPerformance Monitoring & Reporting\nAnalyze critical path activities and schedule variances and provide corrective action recommendations\nPerform schedule updates based on progress, changes, and field input, and validate logic and durations\nTrack and measure project performance (schedule and cost) against baseline schedules\nOversee accruals, ensuring accrual amount are based on the most up to dateschedule and amount invoiced, review with project manager before submitting\nMonitor project performance metrics (schedule variance, cost variance, productivity)\nDevelop and maintain Estimate at Completion (EAC) and Estimate to Complete (ETC) \nPerform earned value analysis (CPI, SPI, productivity trends) \nIdentify cost variances, trends, and potential overruns/underruns\nCommunicate key cost drivers, variances, and risks to project management \nConduct what-if and scenario analysis to support decision-making\nEnsure reporting aligns with organizational standards and requirements\nIdentify trends, deviations, and potential risks affecting project success\nProvide actionable recommendations to improve performance\nProduce regular reports, dashboards, and presentations for project stakeholders\nParticipate in year end audit process as needed\nChange Management & Claims Support\nEvaluate the impact of scope changes, delays, and disruptions on cost and schedule\nSupport time impact analyses (TIA) and cost impact assessments\nAssist in preparation of change orders, claims, and supporting documentation\nEvaluate and quantify cost impacts of scope changes and project risks \nMaintain change logs and integrate changes into forecasts\nMaintain schedule revisions and audit trails\nRisk and Contingency Management\nParticipate in risk identification, assessment, and mitigation planning\nConduct scenario and sensitivity analyses (“what-if” modeling)\nMonitor risk triggers and support contingency management\nTrack contingency usage and provide justification for drawdowns\nCoordination & Collaboration\nWork with project managers, engineers, project teams, and subcontractors to collect and validate data\nParticipate in project meetings (progress reviews, planning sessions, risk meetings)\nEnsure alignment between engineering, procurement, accounting, and project controls data\nCompile necessary backup for invoicing including project Schedule of Values (SOVs) - Ensure that invoices are tracked, confirmed, and submitted\nManage forecasts including revenue recognition on projects\nManage contract administration activities as it pertains to change control on projects\nCompliance & Standards\nEnsure adherence to company project controls standards and client requirements\nMaintain accurate documentation and audit trails\nSupport compliance with contractual reporting requirements and industry best practices\nEducation\nBachelor’s degree in Finance, , Engineering, Project Management, or related field.\nExperience\n8-10+ years of experience in project controls \nMinimum 8 years’ experience on environmental remediation, construction, or enginnering projects \nMinimum 8 years’ Experience in the preparation of cost estimates to completion utilizing bottoms up ETC analysis and forecasting utilizing other PMI approved methods\nMinimum 8 years’ demonstrated experience and working understanding of project planning and scheduling, cost control, risk analysis and cost estimating and EVMS.\nDemonstrated experience and strong understanding of schedule specification requirements for DOE, USACE and/or NAVFAC projects\n Technical Skills\nProficiency in Primavera P6 (preferred) or Microsoft Project\nAdvanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and data analysis tools\nKey Competencies\nStrong analytical and problem-solving skills\nAttention to detail and data accuracy\nEffective communication and reporting abilities\nAbility to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment\nCollaboration and stakeholder coordination\nCritical thinking and decision support\nPreferred Qualifications\n\nProfessional certifications such as PMP, PSP (AACE), or EVP\nExperience with project controls systems\nKnowledge of contract types and project controls practices (AACE, PMI, DOE, or DCMA standards)\nExperience in specific sectors (e.g., heavy civil, nuclear, industrial EPC)\nReasonable Accommodations: \nNorth Wind offers a competitive pay and benefits package to include health, life, and disability insurance benefits, 401(k) with company match, generous paid leave and tuition reimbursement for eligible employees. As a company, we are committed to employee wellness, professional development, and work-life balance. We value safety, reliability, and commitment to our people! For more information about our benefits or hiring philosophy, visit the North Wind Career Opportunities Page.\nReasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The nature of those accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact our Helpline +1.208.528.8718 or use the Request for Reasonable Accommodation form to get assistance.\nNorth Wind is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, religion, or other legally protected status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.\nProof of citizenship will be required as a condition of employment.\nCandidates may be required to obtain and hold a Secret or Higher US Government Clearance.\nThe California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) grants privacy rights to all California residents. The law also entitles job applicants, employees, and non-employee workers to be notified of what personal information NW collects and for what purpose. 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