Senior Project Control Specialist

K&A Engineering; Westwood (IA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 162,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

401K with company match

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

Job summary

K&A Power Group in Westwood, MA seeks a Senior Project Controls Specialist to lead the global project controls program, management information system (PMIS) implementation, and cost control across complex capital projects in the energy sector.

The role requires 15+ years of related experience, a relevant engineering or construction management degree, and expert Excel skills for data analysis and forecasting. Competitive compensation and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, or equivalent.
• Minimum of 15 years of progressive related electric utility or industry experience.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel including advanced data analysis, financial modeling and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Design and oversee the installation and implementation of a Project Controls Program Management and MIS on a global basis or for large projects.
• Maintain and manage project schedules and baselines to support cost and schedule control.
• Coordinate across departments to ensure cost tracking, forecasting and variance analysis.
• Prepare and present executive-level cost and schedule reporting and dashboards.

Skills

Excel advanced data analysis

Financial modeling

Forecasting

Cost management

Project controls

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering / Construction Management

Tools

PMIS eBuilder

Job description

K&A Power Group is a privately held engineering firm delivering worldclass technical expertise and engineering excellence to power utility and industrial clients across the United States Asia the Middle East and Africa We provide comprehensive consulting engineering and design program and project management construction management and EPC services specializing in substation transmission distribution and distributed energy resources We pride ourselves on attracting and developing top talent building a culture of excellence and building meaningful long term relationships with our employees clients and communities wherever they are in the world Powered By Innovation Passion And Purpose Start your K&A Career We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Senior Project Controls Specialist to join our team at K&A Power Group in Westwood MA In this role you will have the opportunity to work on exciting and challenging projects that make a real impact in the energy and utility sectors Youll be part of a dynamic people focused team where your expertise ideas and contributions will be valued and celebrated

Role Expectations

Capable of Designing and overseeing the installation and implementation of a Project Controls Program Management and Management Information System on a global company wide basis or for a very large project or program Understands the big picture objectives of the clients long range capital investment and program needsWill develop Resource Management and Cost Management protocols Resource Needs Analysis and Optimization strategies Work Breakdown Cost Breakdown and Organizational Breakdown StructuresAssists Client with Development and Implementation of Industry Best Practices Strategic Planning and TrainingMentoringMaintain and manage Project Schedules from initiation through closeout that primarily support the Transmission Organization Capital Projects Maintenance Projects and Distribution Projects Managed by TransmissionSupport Different Management Organizations Project Management Engineering Procurement Construction Permitting Others by having properly Resource Loaded schedules with reflective logic and duration that will inform about resources over allocation under absorption ability to move forward in the project due to internal external constraintsDevelop maintain analyze and manage project activities and resources to the level necessary to support project and department requirements and needsImplements and stewards Baseline Management for both cost and schedule to track variances from approved cost budgets schedules and design scopes of workEnsures project baselines in cost schedule and scope are established and monitored against actual project performanceEnsures desired Project Cost Control Baseline Management philosophies and processes are reflected in the newly implemented Project Management Information System PMIS e BuilderCommunicate project status and resource loading with team members and managementAnticipate project plan changes and advise team members and management of potential project impacts conflicts and solutions for meeting project timelinemilestone objectivesMonitor and perform schedule updates based on various Owners metrics such as Schedule Adherence Schedule Health and Executive Dashboard reportsCoordinate internal and external reallocation resources to accommodate changes and conflictsEvaluate key functional department forecasts to assure desired project performance results are achievedInitiate actions and assist in developing alternative solutions resolving potential project impacts resource constraints schedule conflicts and cost overrunsProvide consulting and support services in the areas of project controls including leading and directing project cost management and forecasting techniquesProvides or assists in providing training in Project Cost Control Baseline Management methodologies procedures and systems to project managers consultants contractors and other Eversource staffCoordinate intra and inter departmental activities to assure adherence to schedule and established guidelinesPrepare and facilitate weekly meetings reviewing project status and identify actions to resolve project impacts and schedule conflictsSupporting the adherence of Cost Control and Accounting processesCollaborating with Owner Senior Management to identify process improvementsHelp align estimating cost breakdown work breakdown structure information dataInteracts with Eversource Estimating Group to 1 ensure new estimates are developed with the proper WBS coding and 2 actual project cost data is fed back to the group at the conclusion of projectsWorks with the Investment Planning Contract Administration and Planning Scheduling Groups to ensure cost management is being performed at the project and program levels; this to include cost tracking forecasting and reporting CAPEX & PIS and variance analysisEnsures the accuracy of all cost information including confirmation that costs have been properly coded and allocated to project budgets per the WBSMonitors actual project costs contingency commitments relative to budget and forecastReviews evaluates and reports on trends and their impact on project forecastsPresents and discusses cost information and maintains good working relationships with internal stakeholders external stakeholders and the management teamAll other duties as assigned by Owners Representative

What were looking for

Bachelors degree in engineering Construction Management or equivalent 10 years of relevant experience is recommendedA minimum of fifteen 15 years of progressive related electric utility or other related industry experience with transmission facilities construction management experience preferred Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel including advanced data analysis financial modeling and reporting capabilitiesExperience with utility capital investment business models is preferred but not requiredDemonstrated financial management experience includingCash flow forecasting and management for capital projects including both internal labor and contractor supported workPurchase Order PO financial tracking and oversightFinancial risk assessment and mitigation to support achievement of investment objectivesCapital portfolio financial planning monitoring and performance managementIdentification evaluation and communication of financial risks and opportunitiesStrong data management analysis and presentation skills with the ability to translate complex information into actionable insightsProven ability to collaborate effectively across cross functional teams particularly between Project Management and Financial Management organizationsExperience preparing and delivering executive and leadership level reporting including financial performance portfolio status risks and investment outcomes

Pay Range

150000 162000 year

Why Join K&A People First Culture

We put our people at the center of everything we do creating an environment where your professional and personal growth is a top priority Innovation & Learning We encourage continuous learning and invest in your development through training mentorship and hands on experience Collaborative Team Environment We believe in the power of collaboration and working together to achieve the best outcomes for our clients and employees Recognition & Growth Weve earned our reputation through uncompromising precision and a commitment to excellence As an agile and fast growing company we offer plenty of opportunities for your career advancement and growth

Competitive Compensation & Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package for eligible classified employees including but not limited to

• Medical Dental and Vision Insurance
• FSA HSA and Dependent Care Spending Account
• 401K Traditional and Roth with company match
• Lifestyle Spending Account LSAPaid
• Paid Parental Leave after 12 months of employment
• Paid Holidays and Flexible PTO
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Long Term Disability
• Short Term Disability and Life Insurance
• EAP Employee Assistance Program
• Parking and Transit Reimbursement
• Pet Insurance

Check out our career page for more information The salary range for this role considers a wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to technical ability experience and training licenses and certifications and other related skillsets The disclosed range is an estimate and has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled