Description We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Project Control Specialist for a contract-to-hire opportunity with our client located in Downtown Houston. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in financial and cost aspects of project management, with exceptional organizational and communication skills. This role provides an opportunity to work within a fast-paced environment alongside project managers and leadership to ensure the successful tracking, forecasting, and reporting of project costs and schedules. Key Responsibilities: + Create and update project cost and completion reports on an ongoing basis. + Draft and review AFE/PRN documentation, ensuring a seamless review and approval process. + Partner with OSG PM leaders and project managers to monitor and track project expenditures through: + Maintaining and updating monthly cost forecast reports, Estimates to Complete (ETC), and Estimates at Completion (EAC). + Utilizing and updating cost reporting tools, including KMBF forecasting tools, QBR, MPR, and other reporting methods as needed. + Addressing supplemental funding requests, invoice issues, and project cost discrepancies. + Monitoring contingency allocation and tracking potential cost overruns and project deadlines. + Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and company policies during project cost reviews, including adherence to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) guidelines. + Analyze and report significant cost variances, trends, and discrepancies, identifying primary drivers. + Collaborate on accurate accrual calculations, maintaining comprehensive documentation where required. + Review invoices and assist with resolving vendor-related invoice or accrual discrepancies. + Develop ancillary and ad-hoc reports, including OSG KPI reports, and participate in cost review meetings with the OSG PM management team and leadership. + Contribute to budget and forecast meetings and periodic financial evaluations. + Provide support on special projects, which may include onsite project assistance. Requirements + Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Management, or Engineering. + Profound understanding of financial principles related to cost control and project management, including GAAP compliance. + Knowledge of Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) internal control requirements. + High proficiency in Microsoft Excel with strong analytical capabilities and great attention to detail. + Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and effectively balance competing deadlines. + Proven ability to work independently and maintain strong organizational skills. + Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, showcasing the ability to foster productive relationships with internal and external stakeholders. + Prior experience working closely with project managers on forecasting, cost control, accruals, and reporting. + Familiarity with ERP systems (e.g., Lawson) for data analysis and reporting. + Flexibility to accommodate occasional overtime to meet deadlines. Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .