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Project Controls Assistant

Turner & Townsend


Job Location:

Wilson, NC - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 30 September 2026 (2 days ago)
Application Deadline: 28 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Department:

Real Estate

Job Summary

Turner & Townsend is seeking an ambitious Project Controls Assistantto join our growing team. The ideal candidate is an ambitious construction professional with experience analysing cost and schedule in large construction projects or programs.  

Responsibilities: 

  • Provide preconstruction support during project approval phase historical cost data and assist in the development of annual contractor purchase orders. 

  • Manage internal project budget / schedule of values within project management software for monthly financial reporting on multiple projects. 

  • Manage external project budget and communications within external project management software including commitment management change management document control etc. 

  • Manages monthly forecasts and cash flows understands forecast variances and develops monthly executive reports. 

  • Manage monthly vendor invoice review process within invoicing software including project management review 3rd party auditing services and communication with accounts payable. 

  • Responsible for accurate accrual reporting for all existing POs including communication with vendors and finance. 

  • Facilitate change order routing and review processes within project management software content analysis and executive approval as required.  

  • Review project financial health with management team each month (via dashboards budget software schedule comparisons productivity reports etc.) 

  • Management of internal and contractor risk register update & contingency evaluation. 

  • Financial closeout of internal budgets vendor POs etc. 

  • Work closely with site scheduler to compare financial forecasts and risks that are in alignment with schedule updates. 

  • SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role which are to be adhered to where applicable. 


Qualifications :

  • Bachelors degree in construction management cost management quantity surveying engineering or field related to construction. 

  • Minimum of 3 years of applicable experience 

  • Ability to clearly communicate financial status and schedule details.  

  • Experience with project management cost control and scheduling software required.  

  • Excellent communication presentation and analytical skills are necessary in this highly collaborative role. 

  • Strong communication skills 


Additional Information :

*On-site presence and requirements may change depending on our clients needs* 

Turner & Townsend is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Equal Employment Opportunity Posters  If youd like to view a copy of the companys affirmative action plan please email .  If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process please contact the Human Resources Department at or .  This telephone line and email address is reserved solely for job seekers with disabilities requesting accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Please do not call about the status of your job application if you do not require accessibility assistance or an accommodation. Messages left for other purposes such as following up on an application or non-disability related technical issues will not receive a response.

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The salary range for this full-time role is $95000 - $125000 per year. Ranges are determined by role and level and represent a good faith effort to provide a fair and equitable salary. This range is a reflection of base salary only not of a total compensation package. Please note Turner & Townsend reserves the right to pay more or less than the posted range depending on candidates experience and qualifications. 

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Remote Work :

No


Employment Type :

Full-time


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