Field Project Controls Lead

Post Date

Sep 05, 2025

Location

Broussard,
Louisiana

ZIP/Postal Code

70518
US
Nov 04, 2025 Insight Global

Job Type

Perm

Category

Project Manager

Req #

HOU-a7c27738-d141-46c6-8c91-b158edbd569c

Pay Rate

$83k - $135k (estimate)

Job Description

An EPC firm is seeking a Field Project Controls Lead to join their team in Broussard, LA, in support of their client. This individual will be responsible for cost, cost forecasting, cost analysis/control, and planning/scheduling. Direct cost estimating, analysis, control activities, schedule alignment, maintenance, monitoring, impact identification, and recovery plan development activities. Directs the preparation and presentation of on-project cost forecasts. Supports project organizational and administrative activities. Provides generally non-routine cost/planning and scheduling guidance. Identifies, analyzes, and provides innovative solutions to cost and planning/scheduling problems. Responsible for weekly progress and reporting.
Further Responsibilities:
- Responsible for effective execution of the Project Controls programs on an assigned project in accordance with company Project Controls Department Procedures
- Directs project controls activities
- Executes policy, objectives, and standards applicable to cost and schedule control and analysis activities
- Prepares the Project Controls plan for assigned projects
- Provides leadership in terms of integrating the risk management process with other key project procedures (e.g., Change Management, Forecasting, Cost, Trends, and Claims)
Responsible for Construction Progress reporting

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Required Skills & Experience

5+ years of experience in the chemical, refining, OR other industrial manufacturing industries

3-5 years of experience in project controls, scheduling, OR cost engineering

3-5 years of Primavera P6 experience and scheduling in a construction environment

Experience in cost functions, including cost estimating, forecasting, cost controls, cost analysis, and scheduling

Experience establishing criteria for Project Control activities

Advanced knowledge of cost accounting and engineering practices, Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) creation and management

Proficient in Microsoft Office, including the ability to manipulate large amounts of data and perform complex functions with Excel

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

Previous capital project experience from working in a chemical plant, a refinery, oil and gas production, construction of major facilities, OR government construction projects

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.