Project Controls & Cost Lead

Clayton Services

San Antonio, TX(remote)

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JOB DETAILS

SALARY

$80–$95 Per Hour

SKILLS

Accounting, Analysis Skills, Building Systems, Business Intelligence, Business Intelligence Software, Business Processes, Capital Project, Change Management, Communication Skills, Concurrency, Concurrent Programming Language Family, Construction Engineering, Construction Management, Control Systems, Cost Analysis, Cost Control, Cost Engineering, Cost Forecasting, Cost Reporting, Cross-Functional, Data Entry, Data Management, Data Modeling Tools, Data Quality, Data Sets, Decision Support, Detail Oriented, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), Engineering Procurement and Construction (EPC/EPCC/EPCM), Entrepreneurship, Finance, Financial Analysis, Financial Modeling, Financial Reporting, Financial Systems, Forecasting, Funding, Infrastructure Construction, Leadership, Manufacturing, Microsoft Excel, Multitasking, Organizational Skills, Power BI, Problem Solving Skills, Process Development, Project Control, Project Tracking, Project/Program Management, Reporting Dashboards, Reporting Skills, Sales Qualification, Standards Development, Variance Analysis, Work From Home

LOCATION

San Antonio, TX(remote)

POSTED

10 days ago

Clayton Services is seeking an experienced Project Controls & Cost Lead to build and manage a comprehensive project controls function supporting a large-scale capital program. The Project Controls & Cost Lead will serve as the subject matter expert for cost forecasting, project reporting, change management, and capital project visibility across multiple concurrent projects.

This is a highly visible role that requires a hands-on professional capable of developing processes, creating reporting structures, and maintaining accurate, actionable data that supports executive decision-making. The ideal candidate enjoys building systems from the ground up and thrives in entrepreneurial, fast-paced environments.

Job Type: Long Term Contract (expected to last 3-5 years)
Pay Rate: $80.00 - $95.00/hour, depending on experience
Benefits: Medical benefits once eligible
Work Setting: Fully Remote

Project Controls & Cost Lead Responsibilities:

Develop and maintain Estimate at Completion (EAC) forecasts for active capital projects and approved funding authorizations
Create and implement cost forecasting methodologies, project controls processes, and reporting standards
Monitor project costs and identify potential overruns, risks, and cost drivers before they become financial issues
Perform detailed variance analysis and provide recommendations to leadership
Establish and maintain change management processes, including change registers and cost impact assessments
Develop and implement standardized physical progress measurement methodologies
Reconcile actual project costs against financial systems and reporting platforms
Design, maintain, and improve datasets used for executive dashboards and project reporting
Partner with operations, engineering, finance, and analytics teams to ensure data integrity and reporting accuracy
Develop reporting structures that provide clear visibility into project performance and capital efficiency
Establish and document repeatable processes, templates, and workflows that can scale with organizational growth
Coordinate data inputs and reporting requirements across multiple stakeholders
Continuously evaluate opportunities to improve reporting capabilities, forecasting accuracy, and operational visibility

Project Controls & Cost Lead Skills and Abilities:

Expert knowledge of project controls, cost engineering, and capital forecasting methodologies
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including complex modeling and financial analysis
Strong understanding of Estimate at Completion (EAC) forecasting and cost variance analysis
Experience designing and implementing project controls systems and reporting frameworks
Strong data management and reporting capabilities
Experience working with business intelligence and reporting platforms, including Power BI preferred
Knowledge of change management processes and progress measurement methodologies
Ability to analyze large datasets and translate information into meaningful business insights
Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Strong communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate with executive leadership and cross-functional teams
Ability to balance attention to detail with broader business objectives
Self-starter with the ability to build structure and processes in a developing environment

Project Controls & Cost Lead Education and Experience:

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Finance, Accounting, Project Management, or a related field preferred
Minimum of 5 years of experience in project controls, cost engineering, cost management, or capital project controls
Demonstrated experience building forecasting, reporting, or cost-control systems from the ground up
Experience supporting capital projects within energy, industrial, manufacturing, EPC, construction, infrastructure, or related environments
Experience with business intelligence tools, data modeling, and reporting platforms strongly preferred
Experience working with ERP, accounting, or project management systems preferred
Professional certifications in project controls, cost engineering, or project management are highly desirable
Proven ability to operate as an individual contributor while establishing processes and standards for future growth

Project Controls & Cost Lead - Why Join This Opportunity?

Fully remote work arrangement
Long-term contract assignment expected to last 3-5 years
Highly visible role with direct interaction with company leadership
Opportunity to build and own a project controls function from the ground up
Significant influence on reporting methodologies, systems, and business processes
Competitive compensation with potential performance-based incentives
Opportunity to work on a large-scale capital program with multiple concurrent projects
An entrepreneurial environment where your work will have a direct and measurable impact on the organization

Project Controls & Cost Lead - Immediate need. Apply today!

About the Company

Clayton Services

Clayton Servies is a Houston-based staffing and recruiting firm. For over 37 years, Clayton Services has been helping talented job seekers find great job opportunities with leading companies including multiple Fortune 1000 organizations. Apply today to make your job search easy!

COMPANY SIZE

100 to 499 employees

INDUSTRY

Staffing/Employment Agencies

FOUNDED

1984

WEBSITE

http://www.claytonpersonnel.com

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