Project Controls Specialist

Project Controls Specialist

Job Locations

US-AZ-Chandler

Job ID

2025-4675

Category

Other

Worker Category

Regular Full-Time[F]

Company Overview

Iridium is an award-winning and innovative satellite communications company with bragging rights to the only network that offers voice and data connectivity anywhere in the world. For over 20 years, Iridium's unique network and services have supported critical communications needs for individuals, businesses, and the evolving Internet of Things.

At Iridium, we understand the importance of staying connected and the limitations of traditional communications networks. People across the globe, including first responders, humanitarians, global militaries, scientific researchers, and lone workers, as well as ships, aircraft and remote operations all rely on Iridium to stay connected. We take our responsibility for providing these essential communications very seriously and pride ourselves on offering a reliable lifeline when needed. Likewise, Iridium is committed to providing an exciting and innovative workplace, where employees are challenged to think outside the box and collaborate on new, bold ideas and solutions. Our talented teams are passionate about their work and the impact our company makes around the world. Iridium fosters an empowering and inclusive culture that allows employees to genuinely be their best selves. We are looking for others who want to join this truly unique company that celebrates our employees and provides the opportunity to truly make a difference in the world.

What We're Looking For :

We are excited to announce an opportunity for an entry-level Project Controls Specialist to join our dynamic team at Iridium. As a Project Controls Specialist, you will embark on a journey to understand and actively contribute to the creation and maintenance of project and department budgets and schedules throughout their lifecycle. Your key responsibilities will involve collaborating closely with the lead program controller and assigned project managers to compile and update program plans. We are looking for an individual who is exceptionally responsive, detail-oriented, and driven by a commitment to delivering high-quality work within designated timelines. If you are enthusiastic about diving into the world of program management and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we encourage you to apply and become an integral part of our team.

What You'll Do :

Help create and maintain weekly status for project schedules including critical path analysis, milestone variance, look ahead, and baseline vs. actual reports

• Learn to perform budget and schedule process audits to ensure compliance
• Create and maintain weekly status for department and project budgets including baseline vs. actual costs, variance analysis, expense authorizations, purchase order closures, etc
• Generate weekly / monthly / quarterly project status slides in support of program reviews
• Communicate with all levels of the organization on all matters related to the project plan
• Assist in the development of workflow diagrams and other visuals to convey project status and processes
• Create and maintain project baselines including baseline changes

What You'll Need to Succeed :

Things That Would be Great if You Brought to the Table :

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Work Environment :

This position primarily works in an office setting and is largely sedentary with the majority of the position working with a computer. The role typically requires the use of basic office equipment such as a phone, video, computer, keyboard, mouse, and printer.

Iridium is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.