The Lead Project Control Specialist will serve as a key contributor within both project and functional teams, engaging with all levels of Program and Finance Management as well as cross-functional colleagues
Job Summary
The Lead Project Control Specialist will serve as a key contributor within both project and functional teams, engaging with all levels of Program and Finance Management as well as cross-functional colleagues.
This role is responsible for developing forecasts, monitoring project risks, maintaining cost controls, and preparing cashflow reports, while ensuring full compliance across an assigned portfolio of projects.
The Lead Project Control Specialist will also oversee the execution of functional objectives by providing leadership, guidance, and direction to team members, and will contribute to the development of broader functional strategies.
Matching Summary
The Lead Project Control Specialist will serve as a key contributor within both project and functional teams, engaging with all levels of Program and Finance Management as well as cross-functional colleagues.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
project cost forecasting and reporting
variance and trend analysis
risk analysis and mitigation
baseline and budget control
customer report deliverables
Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)
Nice-to-have
leadership and team guidance
independent problem resolution
strong work ethics
handling multiple tasks under pressure
Key Requirements
10+ years relevant work experience with professional qualification
15+ years relevant work experience with semi-qualified/undergraduate/post graduate degree
Mastery of complex program management concepts
Knowledge of financial accounting principles (U.S. GAAP)
Strong understanding of government contracting fundamentals