Project Controls Specialist

Job Overview: The Project Controls Specialist (Quantity Surveying Focus) applies their knowledge of Project Controls with an emphasis on quantity-based measurement and analysis within a fabrication yard environment. With a moderate level of guidance from colleagues and leadership, they are responsible for solving a range of straightforward problems related to quantity verification, progress tracking, and cost support activities. The role involves analyzing data derived from engineering documents such as IFC/AFC drawings, MTOs, and fabrication drawings to ensure accurate alignment between actual quantities, project progress, and reporting outputs. They apply standard procedures, technical judgment, and established practices to support decision-making, while building knowledge of company processes, fabrication workflows, and project requirements.

Responsibilities

Quantity Measurement & Verification; Review and interpret IFC/AFC drawings, MTOs, isometric drawings, and fabrication drawings; Perform detailed quantity take-offs for: Structural steel (tonnage); Piping (Dia-inch, weld counts); Equipment installation; Electrical, instrumentation, insulation, and coating works; Reconcile engineering MTOs with actual fabrication quantities; Maintain and update quantity tracking systems and databases; Progress Measurement & Reporting; Develop and maintain quantity-based progress measurement systems; Validate actual work progress based on physical quantities; Calculate earned quantities and earned manhours; Support weekly and monthly progress reporting; Align quantity-based progress with project controls reporting and earned value analysis; Change Management & Variations; Quantify scope changes arising from design revisions or site conditions; Support Management of Change (MOC) processes; Assess quantity impacts from updated drawings; Support preparation of variation orders and change proposals; Cost & Commercial Support; Prepare and maintain Bills of Quantities (BOQ); Support cost estimation and unit-rate development for fabrication works; Validate subcontractor quantities and invoices; Contribute to Value of Work Done (VOWD) calculations; Support cost forecasting and reporting activities; Contract & Claims Support; Maintain auditable quantity records to support claims and EOT submissions; Quantify impacts related to delays, disruptions, and scope growth; Support commercial discussions with clients and subcontractors; Assist in final account reconciliation; Cross-Functional Coordination; Work closely with Engineering, Procurement, Construction, and Commercial teams; Ensure alignment between engineering deliverables and fabrication progress; Support Project Controls team with accurate, quantity-based data inputs

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Civil, Mechanical) or Construction Management; Minimum 4–5 years of experience in EPC, fabrication yard, or construction environment; Strong experience in quantity take-offs, BOQ preparation, and MTO reconciliation; Proven ability to read and interpret IFC/AFC drawings and fabrication drawings; Experience in piping, structural steel, and fabrication-related quantity measurement; Familiarity with cost control, estimation, and variation/claims processes; Strong analytical and coordination skills; Proficient in Excel and reporting tools; Effective problem-solving mindset with the ability to analyze complex data and provide actionable insights; Fluent in both Bahasa Indonesia and English with excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to present information clearly to technical and non-technical audiences

Nice to have

Familiarity with global project environments and multicultural team dynamics is preferred