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Junior Project Controls Specialist

Fluor

Hoofddorp
Full-time
0-2 years experience
On-site

Key Skills

Project controls
Cost management
Planning and scheduling
Progress measurement
Change management
Data analysis
Microsoft Excel
Power BI
Microsoft Project
Primavera P6
Risk management
Forecasting
Reporting
Work breakdown structures
Audit trails

Job Description

At Fluor, we are proud to design and build projects and careers. We are committed to fostering a welcoming and collaborative work environment that encourages big-picture thinking, brings out the best in our employees, and helps us develop innovative solutions that contribute to building a better world together. If this sounds like a culture you would like to work in, you’re invited to apply for this role.

Job Description

Join Fluor and be part of a globally recognized engineering, procurement, and construction company delivering some of the world's most challenging and innovative projects. As a Junior Project Controls Specialist, you will have the opportunity to develop your expertise in project controls while supporting multidisciplinary project teams across a variety of industries, including Energy & Chemicals, Advanced Technologies & Life Sciences, Mining & Metals, and Nuclear.
 

As a Junior Project Controls Specialist, you will support the Project Controls team in the planning, monitoring, forecasting, and reporting of project performance. Working under the guidance of experienced professionals, you will gain exposure to key project controls disciplines, including cost management, planning and scheduling, progress measurement, change management, and project reporting.

This is an excellent opportunity for recent graduates and early-career professionals who are eager to build a long-term career in project controls within an international project environment.

Key Responsibilities

In this role, you will:

  • Assist with generating, validating, and analyzing project data while maintaining accurate records and audit trails.
  • Support the implementation and maintenance of Work Breakdown Structures (WBS) and Project Coding Structures within Project Controls systems.
  • Prepare and update weekly work plans and schedules.
  • Assist in the preparation of:
    • Specialty schedules
    • Monthly progress reports
    • Labor forecasts
    • Cash flow forecasts
    • Project Income Statements
    • Profit recognition activities
  • Facilitate the collection of schedule and cost information from project disciplines and stakeholders.
  • Analyze schedule and cost trends and identify potential risks or performance issues.
  • Support project profit and risk analyses and contribute to management reporting activities.
  • Assist in the management of project changes and change control processes.
  • Participate in internal and external audits.
  • Contribute to the development and maintenance of historical project databases and lessons learned.

What You Bring

Technical Skills

You have a foundational understanding of:

  • Project Planning and Scheduling
  • Cost Control and Forecasting
  • Progress Measurement
  • Change Management
  • Risk Management
  • Client and Internal Reporting
  • Key Quantity Reporting

In addition, you possess:

  • Strong data analysis and validation capabilities.
  • Advanced software skills, including:
    • Microsoft Excel
    • Power BI
    • Microsoft Project and/or Primavera P6

Personal Competencies

We are looking for someone who is:

  • Self-motivated, proactive, and eager to learn.
  • Detail-oriented with strong analytical skills.
  • Comfortable working with large and complex datasets.
  • A collaborative team player with strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Committed, conscientious, and results-focused.
  • Interested in developing a career in Project Controls.
  • Willing to work with Fluor's data-centric execution tools.
  • Open to domestic and international travel and short- or long-term project assignments.
  • Fluent in English is a must 
  • Dutch language skills preferred

An interest in industries such as Energy & Chemicals, Advanced Technologies & Life Sciences, Mining & Metals, Nuclear, and other industrial sectors is highly valued.

Basic Job Requirements

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in one of the following disciplines:

  • Engineering
  • Construction Management
  • Civil Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Chemical Technology
  • Business Administration
  • Or a related field

Experience

  • 0 to 3 years of relevant experience in engineering, construction, oil & gas, petrochemical, energy, or related industries.
  • Recent graduates are encouraged to apply.

Why Fluor?

At Fluor, you will work alongside industry experts on world-class projects while receiving the support, training, and development opportunities needed to grow your career. We foster a collaborative and inclusive environment where innovation, integrity, and continuous learning are at the heart of everything we do.

Other Job Requirements

To be Considered Candidates: Must be authorized to work in the country where the position is located.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by governing law.

Core Responsibilities

The Junior Project Controls Specialist will support project teams in planning, monitoring, forecasting, and reporting project performance. Responsibilities include managing cost and schedule data, preparing progress reports, and assisting with change control processes.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field with 0 to 3 years of experience. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Power BI, and scheduling software like Primavera P6 is required.

Benefits

  • Training and development opportunities
  • Collaborative work environment
  • Career growth opportunities

About Fluor

Industry: Construction

Company size: 10,001+ employees

Fluor Corporation is a global engineering, procurement and construction company. We work with leaders in the energy, infrastructure, life sciences, advanced technologies, mining and metals industries, as well as government agencies, to build a better world. Since our founding in 1912, we have been building a legacy of innovation. Our nearly 27,000 employees provide professional and technical solutions to deliver safe, well-executed, capital-efficient projects for our global clients. At Fluor, we believe in open communication and value the conversations that are fostered through our social media communities. To learn more about our community standards, please visit: https://www.fluor.com/community-standards Fluor has been notified of fraudulent employment offers being made via email, WhatsApp and other channels to prospective candidates. Learn more: https://www.fluor.com/careers/recruitment-fraud-warning

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