Full-Time

Project Controls Engineer

Posted on 10/3/2025

Deadline 9/23/27
Scientific Research Corporation

Scientific Research Corporation

1,001-5,000 employees

Engineering, integration, testing for defense systems

No salary listed

Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago

In Person

US Top Secret Clearance, US Citizenship, UK Top Secret Clearance Required

Category
Business & Strategy (1)
Required Skills
Word/Pages/Docs
Excel/Numbers/Sheets
PowerPoint/Keynote/Slides
Requirements
  • A Bachelor’s degree (or above) from an accredited program and a minimum of seven (7) years of experience required on construction projects of similar scope and value to the project supported by this task order
  • Design office experience shall not count toward an employee’s experience, a Professional Engineering License (PE) is acceptable in lieu of a degree, overseas experience is preferred
  • Must have Final Secret, Interim Top Secret (TS), or Final TS security clearance issued by Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) at the time of consideration
  • Knowledge of International Codes required
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Suite, i.e., PowerPoint, Excel, and Word required
  • Other related duties as assigned by the Project Director
Responsibilities
  • Managing the operations of the OBO/Port of Spain office as related to the construction contract's cost and schedule, preparing reports and other control documentation
  • Developing working knowledge of all administrative requirements of the construction contract and required contract deliverables
  • Assuring satisfactory and timely performance of all aspects of project control, providing control of the contractor's submittals and as-built drawings
  • Reviewing contractor’s monthly application for payment and advising Project Director/COR of findings
  • Reviewing and evaluating requests for contract modifications as to their need and whether they are already a part of existing contract requirements
  • Performing quantity take-offs and assist in preparation of Independent Government Estimates (IGEs)
  • Providing support to the Project Director/COR in all contract administration matters, negotiating modifications and/or claims, interpreting contract requirements, e.g., payment provisions, general conditions, and Division I of the specifications
  • Participating in meetings and conferences as required
  • Preparing minutes of meetings attended
  • Maintaining the daily construction log, organize daily inspection reports, track OBO equipment and project records
  • Assisting and mentoring administrative staff
  • Coordinating and cooperating with the Project Director/COR and other members of the Project Director's staff
  • Undertaking other duties as assigned by the Project Director/COR
  • Developing working knowledge of all technical requirements of project
  • Providing Quality Assurance for ongoing construction project
  • Reviewing contractor submittals
  • Preparing responses to Requests for Information (RFI)
  • Evaluating proposed submittal substitutions with engineering implications; making recommendations to the Project Director
  • Coordinating the development of Independent Government Estimates (IGEs) for modifications and change orders
  • Reviewing and evaluating design calculations and data from an engineering perspective
  • Preparing Monthly Progress Report summarizing project status, with emphasis on engineering
Desired Qualifications
  • U.S. Embassy construction program experience highly desired
  • Strong desire for a candidate with recent Primavera experience
Scientific Research Corporation

Scientific Research Corporation

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Scientific Research Corporation is an advanced engineering company that provides engineering, integration, testing, support, and research and development services to the U.S. government, private industry, and international markets. Its work spans information, communications, intelligence, electronic warfare, simulation, training, and instrumentation systems. SRC designs and builds complex systems, integrates them into clients’ environments, conducts rigorous testing, and offers ongoing field support through laboratories and facilities that replicate real-world operation. The company differentiates itself through its broad, end-to-end capabilities across multiple disciplines, its long history since 1988, and its extensive network of engineering offices and state-of-the-art test facilities for both defense and commercial applications. SRC’s goal is to help customers meet emerging challenges by delivering high-quality products and technical services that perform in real-world conditions.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Atlanta, Georgia

Founded

1988

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What believers are saying

  • NAICS codes 541330 and 3364 position SRC for targeted DoD engineering R&D opportunities.
  • Federal contract eligibility through SAM registration enables participation in growing defense budgets.
  • Established business development contacts and ASTRO contracting relationships support pipeline growth.

What critics are saying

  • Leidos undercuts SRC on C4ISR contracts with 20-30% lower bids using $15B+ scale.
  • Anduril deploys AI-driven ISR sensors 40% faster, displacing SRC's traditional engineering contracts.
  • Low employee satisfaction at Camp Pendleton and Warner Robins drives talent attrition.

What makes Scientific Research Corporation unique

  • Founded July 1988 with established DoD relationships and ASTRO contract vehicle access.
  • Capabilities span C4I, ISR, cyber operations, and intelligence analysis across defense sectors.
  • 2,279-person workforce with strong ratings in Honolulu and Suffolk locations.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) Company Match

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

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