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Junior Project Controls (00535)

Key Facts

Full time
Junior (1-2 years)
29 - 29K yearly
English

Other Skills

  • Progress Reporting
  • Scheduling
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Decision Making
  • Analytical Skills
  • Basic Reading
  • Teamwork
  • Organizational Skills
  • Detail Oriented
  • Verbal Communication Skills
  • Computer Literacy
  • Emotional Intelligence
  • Self-Motivation
  • Problem Solving

Roles & Responsibilities

  • Bachelor’s degree required; four years of relevant experience may be substituted for a degree
  • Experience supporting cost, schedule, or project management efforts in construction, engineering, or consulting environment preferred
  • Familiarity with Adobe Acrobat, Revu Bluebeam, Microsoft Excel, and project management information systems (e.g., PMWeb or Trimble) preferred
  • Strong analytical and organizational skills with attention to detail; ability to communicate technical information effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences

Requirements:

  • Review and validate invoices for accuracy, contract compliance, and supporting documentation prior to approval
  • Coordinate with client staff to process invoices within defined approval timeframes and support the month-end close
  • Interface with project controls staff and managers, engineers, contractors, and clients to gather cost and schedule inputs
  • Communicate status updates clearly and on time to supervisors and team members

Job description

The Junior Project Controls Invoice Review Specialist professional is responsible for supporting invoice reviews across capital and operational projects. Works under close supervision to process invoices to meet desired approval timeframes utilizing an in-house Project Management Information System. 

Organizational Responsibilities
  • Cost Management
  • Review and validate invoices for accuracy, contract compliance, and supporting documentation prior to approval
  • Coordinate with client staff to process invoices within defined approval timeframes
  • Support the month-end close

  • Collaboration & Communication
  • Interfaces with project controls staff and managers, engineers, contractors, and clients to gather cost and schedule inputs.
  • Supports internal coordination between cost and scheduling teams.
  • Communicates status updates clearly and on time to supervisors and team members.
  • Other duties as assigned.

  • Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in Engineering, Construction Management, Finance, Accounting, or a related discipline; a minimum of four years of relevant experience may be considered in place of a degree.
  • 0+ years of experience supporting cost, schedule, or project management efforts in a construction, engineering, or consulting environment preferred.
  • Familiarity with software such as Adobe Acrobat, Revu Bluebeam, Microsoft Excel, and Project Management Information Systems (e.g., PMWeb or Trimble) are preferred.
  • Strong analytical and organizational skills with attention to detail.
  • Ability to communicate technical information effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences. 
  • Additional Requirements
     
    Physical: Standing or sitting for long periods; must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times and spend extended hours in front of a computer screen.
     
    Cognitive: Problem-solving, written, and verbal communication skills; computer and software skills; and ability to read and interpret text online or in printed form.
     
    About PMA
     
    At PMA, employee well-being is a daily priority. We offer a combination of workplace options that include a PMA office location; work-from-home; or a client site. Wherever we work, we openly share knowledge as we believe that collaboration with peers improves our work product and that pursuing subject matter expertise is a lifelong endeavor.  
     
    We are committed to a culture of equity, diversity, and inclusion. We affirm and respect diverse backgrounds and opinions because we believe they yield the best solutions for our clients. We promote emotional intelligence and trust by nurturing these values within our new hires.  
     
    We encourage staff to develop rewarding, long-term careers at PMA, and we implement formal leadership development programs that help you attain your goals. At PMA, shared success is a core value. Every employee who contributes is recognized, celebrated, and rewarded. We look for self-driven candidates eager to assume responsibility and join a community of respect founded on collaboration and accountability, not titles. If you aim to transform the project management practice toward continuous improvement of project outcomes, the profession, and yourself, PMA looks forward to warmly welcoming you to our team.  
     
    We offer competitive pay and benefits, wellness programs for you and your family, and career development opportunities to advance your professional goals.  
     
    As a PMA professional, you will be empowered to make timely and effective decisions and significant daily contributions to complex facets of project delivery. Join a team that has achieved a world-class reputation in the construction industry and has been voted a “Best Place to Work.” 
     
    PMA offers competitive wages and comprehensive benefits, including medical, prescription, dental, vision, time off with pay, 401(k) with company match, life, disability, and professional development reimbursement for qualifying employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression), disability, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. Qualified female and minority applicants are encouraged to apply.
     
    EOE, including persons with disabilities and veterans.
     
    VEVRAA federal contractor.
     

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