Project Controls Advisor

Brunel Energy is recruiting a Project Controls Advisor to work with a major oil and gas company on an 1-year contract in Carlsbad, NM. The company is offering per-diem for those who are non-locals!Responsibilities:Coordinate project cost control activities, ensuring compliance with applicable policies and procedures and supporting project cost management throughout execution.Support small-scale projects valued under $100 million, typically providing project controls support across 2–3 projects simultaneously.Perform project forecasting and estimating activities, including supporting cost projections and monitoring project performance.Support the preparation and maintenance of monthly accruals, headcount projections, and performance factors.Develop and maintain project controls systems and processes to support project execution, contracting strategies, and contract administration.Develop Project Controls Plans and support the implementation of project controls procedures and practices.Support the development and review Cost Estimates.Prepare high-quality Appropriation Request packages, project procedures, and Decision Support (White Paper) documents.Provide project controls support to Project Engineers, assisting with cost information, forecasting, estimating, and other project-related activities.Work closely with construction teams and EPC contractors to coordinate project controls activities and support alignment between project planning and field execution.Apply project management best practices and relevant project controls processes to support project execution and performance.Support the Project Controls Supervisor in updating project controls tools, processes, and procedures.Assist with training and mentoring less experienced team members, sharing project controls knowledge and supporting team development.Qualifications:5–10 years of relevant experience in Project Controls, Project Services, Planning, and Scheduling preferred.Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or Construction Management preferred.Experience with EcoSys is a strong plus.Downstream project experience is desirable, particularly in refining or similar industrial project environments.Proficiency in project controls, execution planning, contracting strategy, contract administration, cost estimating, and planning and scheduling.Experience with project management systems and frameworks is desirable.Previous supervisory experience is preferred. Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and support multiple projects concurrently.