We're hiring a Project Control Specialist to support a multibillion-dollar industrial construction project, overseeing full-cycle contract support for the build of a major paper manufacturing facility. This is a technical, documentation-heavy role within the Project Controls Team, helping manage contractor onboarding, RFP development, bid evaluations, and post-award change management.
Key Responsibilities
Bid Development & Pre-Award :
- Prepare RFP packages : Scope of Work, Schedule of Values, and bid response templates
- Incorporate engineering drawings / specs provided by design firms (Wisconsin & OH)
- Collaborate with technical leads and engineers to finalize bid documents
- Research and prequalify contractors for bid participation
- Conduct pre-bid meetings, coordinate bidder Q&A, and issue addenda
- Evaluate contractor bids using quantity and cost benchmarking
- Draft executive summaries of bid evaluations for leadership review
Contract Administration & Post-Award :
Serve as liaison between procurement, engineering, and construction teamsAssist with contract negotiations to secure favorable termsSupport day-to-day administration post-award, including :Scope changes, change order evaluations, proposal solicitationsReviewing submitted pricing and validating estimates vs. benchmarksTake meeting notes, maintain documentation, and manage version control of contract documentsRequirements :
Bachelors degree in Engineering, Business, Construction Management, or related field (or equivalent experience)510 years in Contracts, Procurement, or Project Controls for industrial or capital construction projectsFamiliarity with contract types : Lump Sum, Unit Rate, Cost Plus, and Time & MaterialsAble to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specificationsStrong MS Office proficiency, especially Excel and Word; MS Project or Primavera preferredExcellent written / verbal communication, organization, and attention to detailComfortable working in a high-traffic construction site trailer environmentMust handle sensitive project data with confidentiality and professionalismProject Details & Timeline :
Reports To : Project Controls ManagerDuration : Through Q2 2027 (approx. 2+ years total)