Project Controls Engineer

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Phoenix, AZ, USA
In-Office
Junior
Energy • Industrial • Manufacturing
The Role
Supports project controls through job cost tracking, financial data entry, budgeting, forecasting, billing, invoice reconciliation, variance monitoring, change order documentation, and project reporting. Coordinates with construction teams to collect cost, labor, and production data, assists with audits and closeout activities, and ensures accurate project cost information across ERP and job-costing systems.
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Job Title: Project Controls Engineer
Company: Loenbro, LLC
Business Unit/Department: Southwest
Location: Gilbert, AZ
Reports to: Project Controls Manager
Employment Type: Full-Time
FLSA Classification: Exempt

About Loenbro
Loenbro is a trusted, long-term construction lifecycle partner to thousands of customers across the U.S. Our market spans multiple industries, including mission-critical infrastructure, oil & gas, industrial fabrication, and complex service lines. Our service offerings include Critical Electrical, Mechanical & Structural, Soft Crafts, Inspection, Underground Maintenance & Installation, and Fabrication.
We specialize in simplifying complex construction environments while building long-standing relationships with our partners. With a national footprint and a local approach, every customer benefits from both our capabilities and our commitment to excellence.
At Loenbro, we don’t just offer jobs—we build careers grounded in integrity, teamwork, excellence, and purpose.

Position Summary
The Project Cost Engineer supports the Project Controls and Project Management teams by assisting with cost tracking, reporting, and financial controls on large construction projects. This role works directly under the Project Cost Control Manager / Project Controls Manager and plays a key role in maintaining accurate job cost data, supporting forecasting efforts, and ensuring timely project reporting.
The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, analytical, and comfortable working in fast-paced, heavy construction environments across industries such as mission-critical, oil & gas, fabrication, and industrial services.

Key Responsibilities
• Support job cost tracking, coding, and data entry within company systems
• Assist in maintaining accurate project cost reports, forecasts, and budgets
• Work within Vista (Viewpoint ERP) and other systems to input and validate financial data
• Assist in generating productivity and LEI reports, identifying trends and discrepancies
• Support project billing, invoice tracking, and cost reconciliation
• Help monitor project budgets vs. actual costs and flag variances
• Assist with change order tracking and documentation
• Compile and prepare weekly and monthly project reports for internal and client use
• Coordinate with project teams to gather cost, labor, and production data
• Support project closeout activities, including cost reconciliation and final reporting
• Ensure data accuracy and compliance with company processes and procedures
• Assist with internal audits of project cost and reporting systems
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Required Qualifications
• 1-2 years of experience in project cost control, accounting, or project coordination within construction or industrial environments
• Experience with Vista (Viewpoint) or similar ERP systems
• Familiarity with HCSS HeavyJob or similar job costing software
• Basic understanding of construction cost tracking, forecasting, and reporting
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Office Suite
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
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Preferred Qualifications
• Experience with Accubid / HeavyBid or similar estimating tools
• Exposure to P6 (Primavera) or project scheduling tools
• Experience supporting large-scale or “heavy” construction projects
• Background in industries such as electrical, oil & gas, or industrial services
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Work Environment & Physical Demands
This role operates in both office and project site environments. The physical demands described are representative of those required to successfully perform essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made in accordance with applicable laws.

Benefits
Loenbro offers a competitive compensation package and comprehensive benefits, including:
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off (PTO) and holiday pay
• Life and disability insurance
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
(Benefits eligibility may vary based on employment classification and hours worked.)

Our Core Values (LEAD)
At Loenbro, we are guided by our core values:
• Living with Integrity
• Exceeding Expectations
• Acting with Urgency
• Delivering Excellence
If you're ready to grow your career in project controls and be part of a high-performing team—we want to hear from you.
Loenbro is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Skills Required

  • 1-2 years of experience in project cost control, accounting, or project coordination within construction or industrial environments
  • Experience with Vista (Viewpoint) or similar ERP systems
  • Familiarity with HCSS HeavyJob or similar job costing software
  • Basic understanding of construction cost tracking, forecasting, and reporting
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Office Suite
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
  • Valid driver's license with a clean driving record
  • Experience with Accubid, HeavyBid, or similar estimating tools
  • Exposure to P6 (Primavera) or project scheduling tools
  • Experience supporting large-scale or heavy construction projects
  • Background in electrical, oil and gas, or industrial services industries

Loenbro Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Loenbro and has not been reviewed or approved by Loenbro.

  • Retirement Support — Retirement Support: Retirement matching up to 4% with Safe Harbor vesting and eligibility after 90 days is highlighted as a meaningful benefit. Feedback suggests this feature stands out within an otherwise solid package.
  • Strong & Reliable Incentives — Strong & Reliable Incentives: Overtime and per diem availability are often cited as avenues to materially boost earnings. Feedback suggests these earning levers can make compensation attractive for skilled or field roles willing to work long hours.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth — Leave & Time Off Breadth: PTO accrual begins immediately and some roles note holiday pay. These time-off elements contribute to a benefits package that appears competitive on paper.

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The Company
1,621 Employees
Year Founded: 2000

What We Do

Loenbro provides comprehensive industrial and mission-critical services, including new construction, maintenance, fabrication, electrical, data-center, insulation, scaffolding, pipeline, heat-treatment, and inspection solutions. It delivers turnkey support for energy, manufacturing, mining, federal, and infrastructure projects across the U.S. Its capabilities also include critical electrical work, process piping, structural and civil services, steel fabrication, underground pipeline installation and maintenance, and soft-craft services such as painting and fireproofing.

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