Project Controls SpecialistWhat we are looking for:Aldridge is seeking an Project Controls Specialist to join our dynamic and energetic team in either Atlanta, GA or Charlotte, NC,
In this position, you will provide management of specific Project Controls for major projects in partnership with our Project Management teams. You will work as a business partner between operations and internal departments to deliver on the project needs.
What you'll do:- Align the GMP with preliminary & baseline schedule to confirm labor and equipment forecasts.
- Facilitate coordination between estimating, project management, field operations, and engineering to ensure financial accuracy.
- Validate revisions to ensure changes are incorporated into the GMP.
- Maintain a formal GMP Risk Register.
- Develop bid packages aligned with the GMP breakdown.
- Analyze subcontractor invoices for GMP compliance.
- Track buyout savings, procurement variances, and committed costs against the GMP.
- Maintain transparency and documentation for all GMP allowances, contingencies, and cost transfers.
- Monitor potential change orders to ensure alignment within the GMP.
- Ensure cost reporting ties back directly to GMP structure.
- Respond to inquiries regarding GMP, assumptions, and cost structure.
- Maintain all GMP logs including revisions, risk, allowances, and contingency usage.
- Prepare and present GMP updates, reconciliation reports, and status briefings.
- Validate field production rates against the GMP and update cost forecasts as conditions change.
- Participate in schedule updates, re-phasing discussions, and risk reviews.
- Partner closely with project management and field leadership teams to manage work that impacts GMP cost categories.
- Reconcile final project costs against the GMP, including unused allowances and contingencies.
- Prepare final GMP cost summary for client turnover.
- Document lessons learned for future GMP improvement.
Who you are:- Bachelor's degree required, preferably in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- 3+ years of experience in accounting, finance, or related industry.
- Construction experience preferred
- Demonstrated ability to effectively utilize Microsoft Office and Google Workspace applications
- Exceptional organizational and time management skills.
- Self-motivated, organized and have the ability to prioritize.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with all levels of the organization
- Excels at time management and prioritization, consistently meeting deadlines.
- Proven ability to work effectively as part of a diverse team
What we offer:The annual base pay for this role is between $75,000 - $125,000. The actual pay is dependent upon many factors, including: location, work experience, education, training, transferable skills, business needs, and market conditions. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. The role may also be eligible for a bonus. Aldridge provides a comprehensive benefits package that includes the following:
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Wellness Incentive Programs
- Short and Long Term Disability
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Life Insurance
- Legal Assistance
- Identity Protection
- Accident & Critical Illness Insurance
- Company 401(k) Matching Contributions
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
This job-specific task list covers only the most important job duties. Employees assigned to this position title will also perform other occasional work assignments not mentioned above, including temporary assignments, training assignments, and other related duties.
