Project Controls Engineer

Project Controls Engineer

Coho Construction Management is seeking an experienced Project Controls Engineer to support a federal design and construction program. This remote, part-time position (up to 30 hours per week) supports project planning, scheduling, reporting, contract administration, and project controls activities while working closely with project managers, subcontractors, and federal stakeholders. Although the position is remote, preference will be given to candidates who can periodically work on-site in Chantilly, Virginia, and attend meetings in Washington, DC, as required.

Must be a U.S. Citizen for consideration.

Responsibilities (include but are not limited to):

• Support the development, implementation, and maintenance of project controls processes for federal design and construction projects.
• Monitor task order performance, project schedules, budgets, and key performance indicators.
• Assist the Project Manager with contract administration activities, ensuring coordination between subcontractors, field personnel, and project leadership.
• Prepare and maintain project schedules, status reports, and project tracking documentation.
• Coordinate project meetings, prepare meeting agendas and minutes, and track action items through completion.
• Maintain organized electronic project files, correspondence, reports, and contract documentation.
• Support the preparation of weekly and monthly consolidated project reports highlighting project status, risks, milestones, and outstanding issues.
• Track project deliverables and ensure timely completion in accordance with contract requirements.
• Assist with responding to Government requests for information and project documentation.
• Identify project risks and communicate schedule or performance concerns to project leadership.
• Collaborate with project teams to improve reporting processes and project controls methodologies.
• Perform additional duties as assigned in support of contract objectives.

Essential Job Qualifications and Requirements:

• Education and Certifications:
  • Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or a related discipline
• Required Experience and Skills:
  • Minimum 5 years of experience supporting project controls, construction management, engineering, or federal construction programs
  • Experience supporting project scheduling, reporting, and contract administration
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and data management skills.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint).
  • Ability to work independently while supporting geographically dispersed project teams.