Assistant Project Controls Specialist - Construction (Phoenix)

Burns & McDonnell; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell in Phoenix seeks a Project Controls support role to assist in scheduling, cost reporting and earned value management on small projects. You will input data and maintain logs in the Enterprise Planning & Controls software, help develop WBS, and generate routine reports.

The role requires a technical degree and strong communication skills, with proficiency in MS Office and familiarity with Primavera P6.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, Construction Management or related field is required.
• Experience with Primavera P6 is preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Assist project set-up and input data in Enterprise Planning & Controls software.
• Maintain logs, run reports, and help develop scheduling and cost reports.
• Assist with creating WBS and various levels of schedules.
• Assist in the development of cash flows, forecasts, and earned value management.
• Support reviewing PO/subcontract changes and ensure proper coding and reporting.
• Assist with field audits to validate accuracy of reporting and processes.

Skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering / construction management or related field

Tools

Primavera P6

Microsoft Office

Job description

Description

• Assist project set-up in the Enterprise Planning & Controls software.

• Input data, maintain logs, and run reports in the Enterprise Planning & Controls software or other tools.

• Assist with creating Work Breakdown Structure (WBS).

• Assist with developing, implementing, and maintaining scheduling reports, cost reports, cash flows and forecasts on small projects.

• Responsible for following project execution plans.

• Assist with reviewing and approving Purchase Orders and/or Subcontracts for proper coding.

• Input and document changes to cost reports or forecasts.

• Assist with upstream (prime contract) and downstream (purchase order & subcontract) change orders.

• Assist with the development of a cash flow.

• Assist in the development of various levels of schedules.

• Assist in applying logic ties within the schedule.

• Assist with resource loading of a schedule.

• Assist with coordinating project schedules and the development of scheduling reports.

• Assist with retrieving, reviewing and distributing pre-programmed scheduling reports along with back-up documentation.

• Assist with updating and documenting schedule progress.

• Assist with developing and maintaining an earned value management system.

• Assist with verifying progress measurements.

• Assist with developing and maintaining progress curves.

• Assist with material takeoffs.

• Assist quality checks and inspections on project controls deliverables.

• Assist with field audits to validate accuracy of reporting and processes.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, Construction Management or related field required.

• Or applicable experience may be substituted for the degree requirement required.

• Experience with Oracle Primavera P6 preferred.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Proficient with Microsoft Office.

• OSHA 10-hour safety certification Ability to obtain.

• Candidates must be legally authorized to work permanently (i.e., without time limitations, without restrictions or without need for work sponsorship) in the country where this position is located.

This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.

EEO/Disabled/Veterans

Job Project Controls

Primary Location US-AZ-Phoenix

Schedule: Full-time

Travel: Yes, 50 % of the Time

Req ID: 264104

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