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Project Control Specialist - Scheduler

Location Midwest Secondary Locations Job Code 18522 # 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

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

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