Airswift is looking for a Project Controls Specialist to work on the Routine Maintenance team on a contract in Martinez, CA
Our client is seeking a Routine Maintenance Project Controls Specialist to support maintenance cost tracking, reporting, and forecasting. This role is critical in ensuring accurate financial controls and timely reporting for routine maintenance projects, using SAP and Excel to manage data integrity and alignment with organizational goals.
Responsibilities:
- Track actual costs, forecasts, and variances for routine maintenance activities using SAP and Excel.
- Collaborate with planners and engineers to ensure accurate coding of work orders, POs, and labor charges.
- Monitor and reconcile maintenance work orders to align with budgets and project priorities.
- Develop and maintain cost tracking dashboards; generate weekly/monthly reports on spend trends, forecasts, and accruals.
- Analyze cost performance and provide insights on risks, deviations, and necessary corrective actions.
- Lead monthly forecast cycles in coordination with finance and operations teams.
- Maintain documentation for change management and budget tracking related to scope changes.
- Ensure compliance with corporate cost control policies and procedures.
- Coordinate with capital project teams to distinguish between maintenance and capital expenditures.
- Support audit preparation and project closeout efforts with complete, accurate documentation.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Engineering, Business, or equivalent experience.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in maintenance or project cost control.
- Advanced proficiency in SAP and Microsoft Excel.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and attention-to-detail skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Industry experience in oil & gas, energy, or manufacturing.
- Familiarity with maintenance management and work order processes.
- Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.