April 3, 2026
Electric Energy Jobs

Project Controls Specialist I

Organization:
Chesapeake Utilities Corporation
Region:
Canada, Delaware, Newark
End of contest:
April 27, 2026
Type:
Full time
Category:
Project controller
Description

What you'll be working on  

  • Collaborates with others to create, monitor and maintain cost analyses, financial forecasts and schedules for large capital projects
  • Monitors, updates and tracks project schedules, budgets and expenditures
  • Provides project forecasts based on construction work plan and schedule progress
  • Manages the performance tracking of projects with regard to Chesapeake's project controls and capital management standards
  • Manages the performance tracking of projects with regard to Chesapeake's project controls and capital management standards
  • Prepares and communicates project-related KPIs to business partners and leaders
  • Supports the development and implementation of project controls procedures and best practices
  • Participate in project meetings and provide feedback, updates and observations on project financial performance
  • Ensure project setup within ERP system
  • Create work breakdown structure (WBS)
  • Develop and maintain and earned value management system
  • Verify invoice accuracy

Who you are...

  • Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Project Management, Engineering or Accounting
  • Minimum of 1 year in a project management related role
  • Standard Drivers' License
  • Working knowledge of ERP systems
  • Solid understanding of project lifecycle, methodologies and phases
  • Understanding of techniques for estimating, tracking and controlling project costs
  • Proficient in Microsoft Suite, including strong working skills in Excel and MS Project, financial acumen working with budgets
  • Strong analytical skills and attention to detail to interpret data and forecast trends
  • Flexibility in managing multiple projects and adapting to changing priorities
  • Ability to analyze financial data and report on findings
  • Ability to work as part of a team or as an individual contributor in diverse settings
  • Ability to identify, analyze, and mitigate project risks
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Contact

Chesapeake Utilities Corporation

909 Silver Lake Boulevard

Dover

Delaware United States

www.chpk.com