Project Control Specialist - Schedule

POWER Engineers; Denver (NC); Remote; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

POWER Engineers, a leading engineering firm, is looking for a Project Control Specialist to manage and develop project schedules for the Power Delivery sector. The ideal candidate will have significant experience with CPM scheduling and strong communication skills. This position allows for remote work, fostering independence while contributing to impactful projects.

Benefits

Medical/Dental/Vision

Paid Holidays

Vacation/Paid Sick Leave

401K

Telehealth Benefit covers all providers

Maternity and Paternity Leave

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional Project Controls experience.
• Proficient in Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project.
• Ability to work in a matrix and fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain Transmission project schedules.
• Report project status to project manager and engineer.
• Manage changes to the scope, budget, and schedule.

Skills

CPM scheduling

Earned Value Management

Schedule Risk Analysis

Communication skills

Cost knowledge

Education

BS/BA in Business, Engineering, or Construction Management

Tools

Primavera P6

Microsoft Project

Microsoft Office Suite

Excel

Job description

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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.