Project Control Specialist - Schedule
Location Nationwide
Secondary Locations
Job Code 18324
# of openings *1*
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Project Controls - Schedule
POWER Engineers, Member of WSP is seeking a Project Control Specialist for our Power Delivery Project Services Business Unit. This position will report to the Project Services Area Lead with the ability to work remotely from a mutually acceptable location. The Project Control Specialist will interact productively with key members of a project team, under the direction of a Project Manager. Minimal travel is required for this position.
Disclaimer: The candidate selected for this position may work remotely full-time at a location other than a POWER-designated office/job site. Employees may travel to a POWER/WSP office for periodic meetings.
Roles and Responsibilities
Works closely with the team, project managers, and engineers to develop Transmission project schedules
Has an understanding of complex projects and how they work
Possess an understanding of scheduling and cost knowledge, can interact with key project team members from a variety of backgrounds
Understand CPM scheduling, Earned Value Management, and Schedule Risk Analysis
Experience with scheduling engineering and construction projects
Identify and interpret work scope, technical sequencing, and Work Breakdown Structures (WBS)
Develop, maintain, and support project schedule development
Work with management to ensure the schedule represents the execution plan
Effectively communicate with various project teams and internal workgroups
Report project status to project manager and engineer and provide visibility to critical deliverables through phone calls, emails, and/or meetings
Manage changes and keep project teams aware of changes to the scope, budget, schedule
Prepare cost performance and cash flow projections utilizing budget and cost-loaded schedules
Update tasks and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) as indicated in progress updates
Attend meetings as required (internal and with the client)
The ideal candidate should be a self-starter and work independently
Other duties as assigned by supervisor and/or client
Required Education/Experience
BS/BA in Business, Engineering, or Construction Management and/or related field experience
Candidate must have 5+ years of professional Project Controls experience
Proficient in Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
Advanced Excel Skills
Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal)
Ability to work in a matrix environment
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Desired Education/Experience
Electrical utilities and power distribution experience
Experience working on various-sized projects/programs
Knowledge of Oracle, SAP, Smart-Sheet, and Power BI
Certification from AACE or PMI
POWER Engineers, Member of WSP, is a global consulting environmental and engineering firm and one of the top design firms in the energy sector. Together, POWER and WSP's 73,900 experts create positive, long-lasting impacts for our communities and our clients in the power and energy, transportation and infrastructure, environmental, and property and buildings sectors. As part of our team, you'll discover a world of opportunities to connect with innovative thinkers, forge your path, and have fun tackling the world's most challenging projects.
At POWER Engineers, Member of WSP, you can have a rewarding career on every level. Our philosophy is simple: Do Good. Have Fun. Build Success.
Our compensation package includes competitive compensation, professional development, and a full benefit package:
Medical/Dental/Vision
Paid Holidays
Vacation/Paid Sick Leave
Voluntary Life Insurance
401K
Telehealth Benefit covers all providers
Maternity and Paternity Leave
New Dads and Moms Benefit program
Fertility Benefits
Gender affirming care
We are a fun engineering firm. That might seem contradictory to some, but it works for us!
POWER Engineers, Member of WSP, is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities.