Project Controls Specialist II

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?

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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 II, we'll count on you to:

• Establish WBS and develop and maintain complex project scheduled for various phases of the project

• 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

   

 

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

• A minimum of 5 years' experience in project controls work on engineering and construction projects, including planning, estimating, forecasting, scheduling, cost control, schedule control and project reports

• Strong decision-making skills

• Strong oral and written communication skills

• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills

• Ability to coordinate and prioritize multiple long and short-term tasks simultaneously Strong organizational, analytical and problem-solving abilities

• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction or Engineering

• Certifications (one or more): PSP, PMP, PE, CM, EVP, PMI-SP, CST

• Ability to interpret construction schedules

• Preference given to local candidates

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What We Believe
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.

Our Commitment
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.

Job Details
Primary Location: United States-New York-Syracuse
Other Locations: United States-New Jersey-Woodcliff Lake
Industry: Waste
Schedule: Full-time
Employee Status: Regular
BusinessClass: Site Investigation and Remediation
Job Posting: Nov 3, 2026