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Position DescriptionThe RoleWe're looking for a
Project Controls professional who thrives on data, accuracy, and impact. In this role, you'll be at the center of our project performance-owning cost tracking, reporting, and analysis that directly drives decision-making across the business.
You won't just track numbers-you'll surface insights, challenge inconsistencies, and help our teams build smarter, faster, and more efficiently.
What You'll DoOwn Project Financial Visibility- Track budgets, costs, labor hours, production quantities, and overall project performance
- Deliver daily and weekly cost reporting with clear, actionable insights
- Identify cost risks, trends, and variances-and flag issues early to leadership
Drive Cost Accuracy & Accountability- Review, validate, and correct cost data to ensure complete accuracy
- Lead efforts to reconcile discrepancies across systems and reporting tools
- Support cost allocation and reclassification when errors are identified
Support Forecasting & Strategic Decisions- Assist in cost forecasting, budgeting, and financial planning
- Prepare key data sets for monthly cost reviews, including:
- Forecasted vs. actual costs
- Subcontractor and PO status
- Overruns and performance metrics
Own the Data Behind the Work- Support project setup, change orders, purchase orders, and subcontract tracking in Viewpoint
- Maintain clean, structured, and reliable project data across systems
- Reconcile time tracking and cost systems to ensure alignment and reporting accuracy
Measure What Matters- Track installed quantities, productivity rates, and project progress
- Support operational performance tracking and efficiency initiatives
- Help teams understand how the numbers connect to real-world execution
Be a Trusted Partner to Operations- Collaborate with Project Managers, Division Managers, and field teams
- Provide clear, organized data that supports faster, smarter decision-making
- Play a key role in driving consistency, accountability, and continuous improvement
Position RequirementsWhat You Bring- 3-5+ years of experience in construction project controls, cost analysis, or similar role
- Background in heavy civil, infrastructure, or large-scale construction projects preferred
- Strong understanding of cost control, forecasting, and project financials
- Experience with tools like Viewpoint, HCSS, Excel, and/or Power BI
- High attention to detail with sharp analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to translate data into insights that drive action
Why HBC?At Harper Brothers Construction, you're not just supporting projects-you're helping shape them.
- Work on impactful infrastructure projects across multi-states
- Be part of a high-performance, team-first culture
- Gain real visibility into project strategy and execution
- Grow your career in a company that values ownership and results
