Project Controls Lead

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Billings, MT - USA

profile Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed
Posted on: 11-11-2025
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

AECOM is seeking an experienced On-site Project Controls Lead to support projects with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE). This is an onsite full-time position working 40 hours per week.

Key Responsibilities

  • May supervise a Project Controls team in effort to maintain schedules cost controls forecasting and Change management in all level reporting.
  • Coach monitor and assist project controls team for various project assignments.
  • Review outstanding tasks with team members and update priority list and/or projects and/or clients with any changes.
  • Assist Project Management Team with project setup and execution.
  • Effectively communicate the results of budget cost and schedule analyses with PM and other project leaders. Identify issues successes and assist in developing project recovery plans when required.
  • Conduct review sessions on project status with project management and/or client and highlight adverse schedule and cost variances for corrective actions.
  • Ensure that all Project Controls activities are in accordance with set Project specifications and Statement of Work including preparation and review of schedules cost reports cash flow and variance analysis.
  • Lead meetings with internal project teams Project Approvers Finance and Accounting.
  • Verify integrity of Earned Value Management System.
  • Attend team meetings to help in resolving issues review progress reports and ensure assignment of new tasks.
  • Monitor Key Performance Indicators such as earned value cost and schedule performance estimate to completion and project end dates.
  • Reviews purchase order and subcontract commitments and expenditures. Maintains tracking database to ensure that subcontractor funding is aligned with work authorization and expenditures.
  • Read and understand client contracts and subcontracts particularly related to scope schedule budget and risk. Coordinate with project management team to ensure all procedures are in place to meet contractual requirements.

Qualifications :

Minimum Requirements:

  • BA/BS in Engineering Construction Management Data Science or Finance with 4 Years of relevant experience in project controls and/or data analytics.
  • Valid US Drivers License.
  • Due to the nature of the project US citizenship is required.

 

Preferred Requirements:

  • Experience working with engineering construction management or related field.
  • Detailed knowledge of project planning and scheduling methods practices and earned value.
  • Must have demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office Applications
  • P6 Scheduling software skills
  • Experience in resident engineering construction management project management engineering scheduling and related fields.
  • Experience working in a time-sensitive environment with direct client interface and high-level accountability.
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to prioritize multi-task plan adapt and self-initiate tasks in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision.

Additional Information :

  • All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
  • Sponsorship will not be provided for this role now or in the future.
  • Relocation assistance is not available for this position
  • Qualified applicants who are offered a position must pass a pre-employment substance abuse test.
  • Up to 75% of the time the position needs to move about indoor and outdoor construction site environments with uneven terrain variable environmental conditions including heat dust noise moisture and dryness.
  • Occasionally (10-25% of workday) performing repetitive bending/stooping repetitive or fine hand movements working at heights and lifting and carrying equipment weighing less than 25 pounds.
  • At times the position requires working with arms above shoulder level power gripping/squeezing (hand tools levers etc.) climbing stairs using portable ladders wearing fall protection working in confined spaces and lifting greater than 25 pounds.
  • The position requires wearing associated personal protective equipment including but not limited to gloves safety glasses/goggles face shield safety shoes/boots hard hat hearing protection and fall protection.

About AECOM 

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status AECOM benefits may include medical dental vision life AD&D disability benefits paid time off leaves of absences voluntary benefits perks flexible work options well-being resources employee assistance program business travel insurance service recognition awards retirement savings plan and employee stock purchase plan. 

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities we solve our clients complex challenges in water environment energy transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle from advisory planning design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. Learn more at . 

What makes AECOM a great place to work 

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts youll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills helping you build the career youve always envisioned. Here youll find a welcoming workplace built on respect collaboration and communitywhere you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. 

As an Equal Opportunity Employer we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. 


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Employment Type :

Full-time

AECOM is seeking an experienced On-site Project Controls Lead to support projects with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE). This is an onsite full-time position working 40 hours per week.Key ResponsibilitiesMay supervise a Project Controls team in effort to maintain schedules cost controls fore...
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