Project Controls Specialist

MWH is a leading water and wastewater treatment-focused general contractor in the US with a rich history dating back to the 19th century. Fueled by the mission of Building a Better World, our teams are rapidly growing across the nation.

As a company committed to our team's well-being and growth, we offer a supportive work environment, opportunities for advancement, and the chance to contribute to a mission that shapes the future. Your expertise and ambition are valued here.

The work we do matters. The critical systems infrastructure we build changes lives, betters' communities, and improves ecosystems. If you're passionate about this, we want to hear from you!

About the Role

MWH is currently seeking an experienced Project Controls Specialist with 8+ years of proven expertise in cost control, scheduling, and project reporting on large-scale construction projects. The successful candidate will play a key role in managing financial and schedule performance for a major water treatment construction project, ensuring transparency, accuracy, and compliance.

The ideal candidate will be highly skilled in CMiC (Construction Management Information Control) software and bring a strong background in project forecasting, earned value analysis, and construction financial systems.

This is a remote role based in Texas.

Essential Functions

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  Project cost control activities including budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, and variance reporting.

  
  

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  Maintain detailed cost tracking in CMiC and ensure accuracy of commitments, actuals, and projections.

  
  

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  Support leadership in evaluating financial risks and opportunities.

  
  

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  Collaborate with team to integrate cost and schedule for effective performance tracking.

  
  

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  Assist in preparing executive-level dashboards and monthly reports covering cost, schedule, and earned value performance.

  
  

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  Extract and analyze project data from CMiC and other systems to support decision-making.

  
  

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  Present findings and recommendations to project management and stakeholders.

  
  

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  Serve as the project's CMiC subject matter expert, supporting system optimization and user training.

  
  

Required Qualifications

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  Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Finance, or related field (or equivalent experience).

  
  

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  8+ years of experience in project controls (cost, scheduling, reporting) on major construction projects.

  
  

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  Hands-on expertise with CMiC (cost, schedule, reporting modules).

  
  

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  This position requires travel (approx. 1 to 2 times per month)

  
  

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  Advanced knowledge of construction cost management, contracts, and financial workflows.

  
  

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  Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and reporting tools (Power BI or similar).

  
  

Preferred Qualifications

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  Experience with water/wastewater treatment plant construction or heavy civil infrastructure projects.

  
  

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  Knowledge of earned value management (EVM) and construction project delivery methods.

  
  

Key Competencies

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  Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills.

  
  

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  Excellent communication and presentation skills.

  
  

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  Ability to collaborate across diverse project teams.

  
  

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  Proactive, detail-oriented, and results-driven.

  
  

Benefits

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  Group health & welfare benefits including options for medical, dental and vision

  
  

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  100% Company Paid Benefits: Employee Life Insurance & Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D), Spouse and Dependent Life & AD&D, Short Term Disability (STD), Long Term Disability (LTD), Employee Assistance Program and Health Advocate

  
  

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  Voluntary benefits at discounted group rates for accidents, critical illness, and hospital indemnity

  
  

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  Flexible Time Off Program (includes vacation and personal time)

  
  

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  Paid Sick and Safe Leave

  
  

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  Paid Parental Leave Program

  
  

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  10 Paid Holidays

  
  

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  401(k) Plan (company matching contributions up to 4%).

  
  

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  Employee Referral Program

  
  

MWH Constructors is a global project delivery company in heavy civil construction with a focus on water and wastewater treatment infrastructure. With the ultimate goal of delivering maximum value to clients and their local communities, MWH Constructors provides single-source, integrated design and construction services through a full range of project delivery methods. Incorporating industry-leading preconstruction and construction services, the Company's multi-disciplined team of engineering and construction professionals delivers a wide range of projects, including new facilities, infrastructure improvement and expansion, and capital construction services.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.

Pay range: $90,000 - $110,000

Please note that all positions require pre-employment screening, including drug and background check, as a condition of employment.

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