Project Controls Specialist

Project Controls Specialist

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

In the role of Project Controls Specialist, we'll count on you to:

• Establish WBS and develop and maintain complex project schedules for various phases of the project.
• Develop and maintain project resource loaded workplan.
• Coordinate with necessary team members.
• Develop and monitor project metrics.
• Participate in project coordination meetings.
• Conduct project site visits if applicable.
• Conduct schedule baseline and schedule update reviews.
• Develop cost estimates.
• Perform other duties as needed.
• Work from project co-location spaces as required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Business Administration, or Finance.
• Certifications (one or more): PSP, PMP, PEng, CM, EVP, PMI-SP, CST, Architect AIBC, AScT.
• Strong project management skills.
• Working knowledge of MS Project or Primavera P6, and ability to interpret construction schedules.
• Previous experience working on healthcare projects.

Experience with Lean Construction and Lean Principals including the Last Planner System

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree
• The capability to actively progress knowledge in the areas of:
• Oral and written communication skills
• Interpersonal and leadership skills
• Coordination and prioritization of multiple long and short-term tasks
• Organizational, analytical and problem-solving abilities
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must
• Sponsorship (visa) for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day. Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

Primary Location: United States-Nebraska-Omaha

Industry: Architecture

Schedule: Full-time

Employee Status: Regular

BusinessClass: Project Controls

Job Posting: Dec 2, 2025

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.