Project Controls Specialist

At GrayMatter, we transform operations and empower people. Our technology and consulting services help manufacturers, water utilities and energy companies digitize operations, eliminate cybersecurity threats and harness analytics to accelerate production.

And that’s where you come in. 

GrayMatter is dedicated to creating a team of unmatched talent in industrial technology. Our organizational culture encourages opportunities to learn and collaborate. Five core values woven into our DNA make Team GrayMatter stand above the rest: Accountability, Integrity, Respect, Innovation and Teamwork.

We are seeking a Project Controls Specialist to join our GrayMatter team. The Project Controls Specialist position will focus on managing work efficiently, with confidence and competence. This position demands exceptional attention to detail, a focus on the accuracy of work, and a strong dedication to completing tasks on time. This position will generally be task oriented, requiring someone with a conservative, careful, and cautious approach to work. This position requires a collaborative, team-oriented attitude as you will be working closely with other Project Controls Specialists, as well as the assigned Project Managers and Operations leadership.

Location: This is a remote position. 

General Job Duties:  

Timely creation and setup of projects in company business system once a customer PO is received

Invoice both Time & Materials and Fixed Price projects to align with the proposal/contract

Lead month-end revenue recognition process on assigned projects

Monitor project performance and escalate concerns in a timely manner

Create and analyze reports related to project and department performance metrics

Monitor project execution and alert/recommend corrective actions based on observations and data (cost and schedule)

Oversee and report performance and progress through analytical techniques to validate cost and schedule performance

Support and coordinate project management activities

Participate and/or lead discussions and planning leading to resolution of project issues and recovery

Assist in generating content for customer facing reporting

Review or complete project setups based on proposals, deliverables, tasks, costs, and schedule

Review invoicing and payment status and resolves issues as needed

Complete necessary documentation in a timely manner (e.g. timecard, expenses, etc.)

Attend and participate in required meetings as assigned

Other duties as assigned

Travel - This position requires infrequent travel, typically less than 5%. When required, travel may be overnight.

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience Required:

5+ years of experience as a project controls specialist or manager

Bachelor's degree in a relevant technical subject required, Engineering, Business, or Finance preferred

Familiarity with MES, SCADA/PLCs, Cybersecurity, Data Analytics, IT/OT, and automation projects a plus

PMP, CMP, or CCP Professional Certification desirable

Demonstrated experience with Lump Sum/Fixed Fee and Time and Material contracting strategies

Experience with Earned Value and similar Task Based project delivery methods/concepts required

Preferred:

Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 a plus

Collaborative and outgoing communication style

Ability to push for results and deliver to/meet deadlines

Acute attention to detail, grammar, presentation, and process

Experience with invoicing a plus

Experience with cash flow and revenue forecasting

Strong understanding and command of budget versus actuals

Ability to create project schedules in Microsoft Project or Primavera a plus

The target annual base compensation range for this position is $85,000-$115,000, based upon relevant qualifications.

Featured Benefits: 

Medical, dental, and vision insurance beginning day one of employment

Employer paid short term disability and life insurance

401(k) with up to 4% company match

Paid holidays, paid time off, paid sick leave, and paid parental leave

Additional benefits available such as long term disability, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, EAP, telemedicine, HSA and FSA