Project Controls Engineer

Company: J.D. Abrams
Location: Austin
Posted on: February 14, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Salary: $85,000 - $95,000 per year Position Title: Project Controls Engineer Location: Austin Area Company Overview At JD Abrams, we are proud of the many projects we have helped build to shape Texas robust highway transportation system. But perhaps what we are proud of the most are the careers we have helped shape over our 55 year history in the industry. JD Abrams is 100% employee-owned, which means that every employee-owner has a vested interest in the success of the company. We are committed to quality of life, partnerships, and meaningful employee ownership. Join us in being part of this dynamic team! General Description of Position: The Project Controls Engineer will perform a wide variety of administrative and project control functions with a unique focus on project closeouts and cost recovery efforts. Essential Functions and Responsibilities Reviewing specific contract requirements for scheduling and cost recovery needs Assist in analyzing, preparing, and validating construction schedule delays, inefficiencies, disruptions, acceleration, specification interpretations, escalations, etc. Providing ongoing support during claim processes in assessing or validating entitlement and quantification of damages Assisting in preparing a request for equitable adjustment or claim in a timely and cost-effective manner Negotiating with owner and other stakeholder representatives KSAs Proficient with Microsoft Office products, e.g. Excel, Word, PowerPoint etc. Functional understanding of heavy highway construction, scheduling, and scheduling tools Strong written, communication and critical thinking skills Strong training and instructional skills such as questioning, discussing, explaining, and demonstrating Highly professional work output Excellent time management and organizational skills Dependability Must submit to background check and pre-employment drug screening Preferred Qualifications: Experience with TxDOT projects, relevant certifications such as Project Management Professional (PMP), Planning and Scheduling Professional (PSP), Certified Cost Professional (CCP), etc. Experience and Education: Degree in Construction or related discipline plus two (2) years of experience relevant to heavy highway construction, cost control, planning, and scheduling. Benefits: Weekly paycheck, PTO, Health, Dental, Vision, TelaDo, ESOP, 401K J.D. Abrams, LP is anequal opportunity employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability or veteran status.

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