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Posted: 08/10/2023 Industry: Professional Non-Technical Job Number: 37527 Work Location:

Job Description

Are you an experienced Project Controls Specialist II? If so, let’s talk!

Our client is actively seeking a talented Project Controls Specialist II to work a hybrid schedule in Charlotte, NC. This is a 3-year contract opportunity with our client.

Job Overview:

This position is responsible for initiating and completing routine aspects of project control assignments. This position performs the more complex aspects of scheduling, change documentation, and cost control. The Project Controls Specialist II (PCS-II) is a critical position as part of a project team and will conduct both schedule and cost functions. This position supports Project Managers and possibly Senior Project Controls Specialists on varying size projects. Using prescribed methods and tools, the position is responsible for performing primary aspects of project control assignments. The position is considered a technical, SME, support position and requires college level reasoning via formal education or work experience. It requires working knowledge to proficient use, understanding and application of project controls principles and associated project controls software tools (Primavera P6 and Microsoft Excel).

Job Responsibilities:

Generate Periodic Project Controls Reports. Generate daily, weekly, monthly, and quarterly project controls reports. Responsible for gathering, verifying, validating, and analyzing data in support of project controls reporting. Responsible for distributing and archiving project controls reports as appropriate.
Perform Change Control. Track and manage changes to the project scope, schedule, and cost baseline. Identify, assess, gain approval for, and distribute change requests, change notices and/or change orders in a manner compliant with internal governance standards and terms and conditions of relevant contracts (as appropriate).
Project Controls Benchmarking and Self-Assessment Initiatives. Assist in scheduling and carrying out benchmarking and self-assessment initiatives relevant to project controls and the types of projects typically managed by the project controls group. Identify and communicate improvement opportunities, adoption of best practices and counter measures to address gaps in performance.
Expertise in Project Controls Methodologies. Develops and maintains WBS, project schedules, and cost estimates; tracks and trends cash flow reports, change control documentation (scope, cost or schedule) and/or any reports associated with project controls. Tracks and reports project status, performs variance, and earned value and critical path analyses at a level appropriate for the project.
Create and Maintain Project Estimate. Work with Estimator(s) to create or create project cost estimate in order to establish effective cost controls management. Assure that project estimate includes all necessary raw materials, resource / labor rates, manufactured materials / equipment as well as current industry data relative to project scope. Manage the estimate according to PMCoE Estimating Standard and review cycle.
Effective Team Participation. The PCS is responsible for maintaining effective relationships with customers, supports the resolution of quality issues and completes assignments (proposals, project tasks, reports, etc.) as negotiated. Displays proficiency in conflict resolution and reaching win-win outcomes among team members.

Requirements:

Associates Degree in Engineering OR
Associates Degree in Project Management OR
Associates Degree in Finance OR
Associates Degree in Business AND
2 years minimum required related experience
In Lieu of Degree, High School / GED AND 5 years minimum required related experience
Proficiency in the navigation and use of a scheduling tool (Oracle Primavera P6 is preferred)

Preferred Qualifications:

Highly engaged self-starter, identifying problems and offering possible solutions and taking appropriate action for resolution
4-year degree – Construction Management, Business, Project Management, Engineering, or equivalent
Experience using software such as Business Objects, MS Office Suite, Visio, Power Plan and Maximo
Effective oral and written communication skills
Certified Associate of Project Management
Project Management Professional Certification
Working knowledge/proficiency with project management, project controls concepts, computer applications such as scheduling software, financial tools, and spreadsheets
Transmission Project Controls, Management or Construction Experience
Experience working with a Regulated Utility Company, Coal Fired Generating Plants, or large complex engineering and construction programs or project in fixed price and/or T&M environment a plus
Program or project Risk Program Control experience
Demonstrated experience with schedule integration of multiple projects
Demonstrated knowledge of analyzing, integrating, trending, and forecasting schedule information for projects
Demonstrated knowledge and usage of earned value techniques
Proven collaborative team member
Understanding of the PMCoE project lifecycle
Database and Reporting experience
Previous experience with EcoSys

Job Requisition #37527

A reasonable estimate of the pay range for this role is $40.32 - $45.32 per hour.

The disclosed pay range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. The compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case, such as skills and experience levels.

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Company – Staffing – 501 – 1000 employees

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APC is a professional services organization focused on engaging people and positively impacting lives. As professionals serving professionals, we take pride in providing our employees with the highest level of customer service and support, creating meaningful, fulfilling and rewarding experiences every day.
APC is committed to creating a diverse work environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetics, or veteran status.

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