Staff Project Controls Specialist (Phoenix, AZ)

Job DescriptionDescription:The Staff Project Controls Specialist will be responsible for leading the project controls processes with the internal project management team to execute project deliverables within budget and schedule. (proficiency in Primavera P6 is a desirable) Ensure project set-up in the Enterprise Planning & Controls software. Analyze data, review logs, and run reports in the Enterprise Planning & Controls software or other tools. Create Work Breakdown Structure (WBS). Develop, implement, and maintain effective scheduling reports, cost reports, cash flows and forecasts for multiple projects. Follow project execution plans. Responsible for engineering, procurement and construction planning, scheduling, logistics and cost control. Serves as a point of contact for technical questions from the project team. Approve Purchase Orders and/or Subcontracts for proper coding. Input and document changes to cost reports or forecasts. Interfaces with the Project Management Team and Accounting Department to review project costs and contingency costs and support external audits. Review upstream (prime contract) and downstream (purchase order & subcontract) change orders. Develop and present a cash flow report. Develop various levels of schedules. Perform field progress measurements Performa Earned Value measurements Maintain projects' key performance Indicators Apply and review the entry of logic ties within the schedules. Monitor resource loading of a schedule. Support Project Planning Meetings. Create various schedule reports and determine appropriate reporting format. Develop, review, and analyze pre-programmed project scheduling reports and back-up documentation for accuracy. Consults with the project team on schedule progress. Analyzes and evaluates schedule management involving the critical path method of scheduling techniques, estimating, project cost management and forecasting. Perform schedule what-if scenarios. Develop and maintain an earned value management system. Input and validate progress measurement. Develop and maintain progress curves. Perform material takeoffs. Perform quality checks and inspections on project controls deliverables. Perform field audits to validate accuracy of reporting and processes. Capable of assisting with Project Forensic Analysis. Performs other duties as assigned Complies with all policies and standardsRequirements: Bachelor Degree in engineering, construction management or related field. and 3 years of direct project controls experience. Required or Applicable experience may be substituted for the degree requirement. Required Experience with Oracle Primavera P6 preferred. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Excellent interpersonal skills. Proficient with Microsoft Office. Proficient with PowerBi. OSHA 10-hour safety certification Ability to obtainThe staffing industry has seen an increase in people falsely representing themselves as recruiters to gather personal information from job seekers. For your safety, do not provide sensitive data to anyone you have not spoken with thoroughly, never provide banking information during the application process and always double check the email address of the Recruiter to ensure it's from an official Planet domain (@theplanetgroup.com or @launchcg.com) - and not a domain with an alternative extension like .net, .org or .jobs.The Planet Group and our companies are equal opportunity employers. It is our practice not to discriminate against any employee or applicant based on any criteria, condition or basis protected by laws or regulations in the locations where we do business. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. We celebrate diversity and are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect. We believe that diversity, equity and inclusion enable us to better meet our mission and values while serving our clients across the globe. If you have a disability or handicap and would like us to accommodate you in any reasonable way, please inform your recruiter, or contact us, so that we can discuss the appropriate alternatives available.