Project Controls Specialist I - Greenville, SC Office Planner

Big-D Careers; Greenville (SC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Project Control professional to conduct cost and schedule activities. The candidate will prepare the Work Breakdown Structure, manage project budgets, and lead scheduling efforts. To apply, candidates should possess a relevant degree and several years of project experience in cost control and scheduling.

Qualifications

• 4 years of work-related experience or equivalent combination of education.
• Practical experience in automated cost or schedule management systems required.
• Ability to learn local, state, and federal guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare Work Breakdown and Project Coding Structures.
• Accumulate cost data to prepare and update project budget.
• Participate in weekly project cost reviews and schedule meetings.

Skills

Cost Control

Scheduling

Communication

Leadership

Attention to Detail

Education

Accredited four (4) year degree

Global equivalent in applicable field

Tools

Automated cost management systems

Engineering & Procurement P6

Job description

This position performs Project Control functions related to cost and/or schedule and assists in the preparation of Project Controls activities for a project or assignment.
• Prepare the Work Breakdown and Project Coding Structures for control and integrity of work to be performed as defined by the contract
• Accumulate and compile accurate cost management data to prepare the project budget and update the progress of the project
• Develop cost control/scheduling procedures, execution plan, and business plan for a project
• Participate in weekly project cost reviews/schedule meetings
• Develop and implement a basic change management system for engineering and construction
• Develop and maintain Management, Project and Control level schedules
• Other duties as assigned• Accredited four (4) year degree or global equivalent in applicable field of study and four (4) years of work-related experience or a combination of education and directly related experience equal to eight (8) years if non-degreed; some locations may have additional or different qualifications in order to comply with local requirements
• Ability to communicate effectively with audiences that include but are not limited to management, coworkers, clients, vendors, contractors, and visitors
• Job related technical knowledge necessary to complete the job
• Ability to learn and apply knowledge of applicable local, state/province, and federal/national statutes and guidelines
• Ability to attend to detail and work in a time-conscious and time-effective manner• Possess practical experience in the use of the automated cost or schedule management systems
• Having leadership roles on various projects is preferred
• May need to travel internationally for project assignments and in support of business related matters• Experience in developing Engineering & Procurement P6 Schedules
• CPM logic, understanding of critical path method
• Update and monitor engineering & procurement schedules
• Experience supporting a project from a home office