Assistant Project Controls Specialist - Construction (St. Louis)
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LocationUS-MO-Saint Louis
Typefull-time
SeniorityEntry
Company size10,000+ people
First seenOct 30, 2026 · 1w ago
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Bachelor's degree in engineering, Construction Management or related field required
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Proficient with Microsoft Office
OSHA 10-hour safety certification Ability to obtain
Experience with Oracle Primavera P6 preferred
Candidates must be legally authorized to work permanently (i.e., without time limitations, without restrictions or without need for work sponsorship) in the country where this position is located
Skills
Oracle Primavera P6
Microsoft Office
About the role
The Assistant Project Controls Specialist will support all aspects of project controls and reporting, including, project change management, cost control, progress measurement, schedule development and schedule control.
Responsibilities
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Assist project set-up in the Enterprise Planning & Controls software.
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Input data, maintain logs, and run reports in the Enterprise Planning & Controls software or other tools.
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Assist with creating Work Breakdown Structure (WBS).
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Assist with developing, implementing, and maintaining scheduling reports, cost reports, cash flows and forecasts on small projects.
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Responsible for following project execution plans.
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Assist with reviewing and approving Purchase Orders and/or Subcontracts for proper coding.
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Input and document changes to cost reports or forecasts.
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Assist with upstream (prime contract) and downstream (purchase order & subcontract) change orders.
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Assist with the development of a cash flow.
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Assist in the development of various levels of schedules.
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Assist in applying logic ties within the schedule.
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Assist with resource loading of a schedule.
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Assist with coordinating project schedules and the development of scheduling reports.
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Assist with retrieving, reviewing and distributing pre-programmed scheduling reports along with back-up documentation.
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Assist with updating and documenting schedule progress.
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Assist with developing and maintaining an earned value management system.
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Assist with verifying progress measurements.
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Assist with developing and maintaining progress curves.
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Assist with material takeoffs.
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Assist quality checks and inspections on project controls deliverables.
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Assist with field audits to validate accuracy of reporting and processes.
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Performs other duties as assigned.
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Complies with all policies and standards.
Requirements
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Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Construction Management or related field required.
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Or applicable experience may be substituted for the degree requirement required.
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Experience with Oracle Primavera P6 preferred.
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
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Proficient with Microsoft Office.
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Candidates must be legally authorized to work permanently (i.e., without time limitations, without restrictions or without need for work sponsorship) in the country where this position is located.
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OSHA 10-hour safety certification Ability to obtain.
About the company
Burns & McDonnell is making the world a better place every day. When we take on some of the world’s toughest challenges, we’re putting the industry’s best thinking to work, striving to create amazing success for our clients and amazing careers for our employee-owners. Our staff of more than 7,000 engineers, architects, construction professionals, scientists, consultants and business professionals is constantly growing.
We have offices and projects across the U.S. and around the globe. We are proud to rank among FORTUNE magazine’s 100 Best Companies to Work For. Our culture, powered by 100% employee ownership, plays a major role in getting us there. Each employee brings a high level of commitment to every project. Clients have shown their appreciation of this dedication, rewarding us with a 90% repeat business rate and decades-long partnerships. That’s pretty cool for a firm that started as a small engineering consulting shop back in 1898.
At Burns & McDonnell, you’ll have the opportunity to make a difference while fulfilling your personal and professional ambitions. Our entrepreneurial culture lets you guide your destiny and shape the path your career travels. And with hundreds of service specialties, your career and development options are endless.
Are you ready to create amazing?
Burns & McDonnell is an Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans
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