Project Controls Specialist

Aldridge Electric, Inc.

$75K — $125K *
Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
  • 3+ years of accounting or finance experience.
  • Construction experience preferred but not required.
  • Exceptional organizational skills and time management abilities.
  • Detail-oriented with strong focus on accuracy.
  • Clear communicator capable of engaging with clients and executives.

Responsibilities

  • Align GMP with preliminary and baseline schedules to verify labor and equipment forecasts.
  • Facilitate coordination across estimating, project management, field operations, and engineering for financial accuracy.
  • Validate revisions to incorporate changes into the GMP effectively.
  • Maintain a formal GMP Risk Register for tracking project uncertainties.
  • Collaborate closely with the Project Management Team throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Partner with executive leadership and clients to ensure project alignment and satisfaction.
  • Support the construction phase and project closeout through diligent oversight and communication.

Benefits

  • 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)
Full Job Description
Project Controls Specialist

What we are looking for:

Aldridge is seeking an experienced and dedicated Project Controls Specialist to join our talented and energetic team. Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) contract structure establishes a cost ceiling for all construction activities while maintaining full transparency and accountability between the Owner and Contractor. In this role, you will be responsible for developing a detailed GMP that includes all labor, materials, equipment, subcontractor costs, general conditions, contingencies, and allowances required to complete the project.

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.
  • Work closely with Project Management Team to:
  • Partner closely with executive leadership and clients to:
  • Support the construction phase of the project by:
  • Support project closeout through:

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, but not required.
  • Exceptional organizational and time management skills.
  • Extremely detail oriented.
  • A clear and concise communicator able to work seamlessly with clients, operations, and executive teams.

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.

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