Project Control Specialist - Scheduler

Project Control Specialist - Scheduler

Location

Nationwide

Secondary Locations

Job Code

18442

# of openings

1

Project Controls - Scheduler

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!

Base Salary Range: $75,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year

The range for this position is being displayed in compliance with all state and local regulations. Salaries are set based on a number of factors to include an individual's job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and education. This means that no two candidates are alike. The range provided above does not include additional compensation such as bonus, health benefits, vacation, 401(k) match, etc.

POWER Engineers, Member of WSP, is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities.