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Project Controls Specialist - #2672.08

Project Controls Specialist - #2672.08

Wade TrimPittsburgh, PA, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Project Controls Specialist - #2672.08

Pittsburgh, PA / Cleveland, OH / Cincinnati, OH / New York, NY / Columbus, OH

Office Support Industrial Commercial Energy

Full-time / Hybrid

What We Offer :

Our excellent salary and benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short and long-term disability coverage, education reimbursement, 401(k), performance bonuses, and an employee stock program. Employee Resource Groups and Programs offered include the Young Professionals Group, Women at Wade Trim, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Professional Development, Leadership Development, Rotation Program, Mentor Program, Sustainability Program, and Wellness Program.

Position Description :

We are looking for a Project Control Specialist to join ICE Team to improve infrastructure in our offices. The candidate must have a bachelor's degree, and five years of related experience. The candidate must also be self-motivated, work well with others, and have excellent writing, organizational, and communication skills. A flexible hybrid-remote work schedule is available after 30 days of employment.

Typical Responsibilities Include :

  • Leads / assists a team of individuals focused on project and cost controls support activities spanning a variety of public infrastructure, specialty industrial construction projects.
  • Establishes corporate and internal project controls and operating policies that standardize analysis, reporting, and mitigation strategies for risk factors that could impact project successes.
  • Manages / assists and oversees project controls for engineering, construction, and other projects, on a project-by-project basis.
  • Responsible for developing a reporting structure and process to share project information with project stakeholders. Develop customized schedule reports as per project needs (i.e., two-week look ahead, variance reports, progress reports, milestone reports as needed).
  • Ensures project control report documents are produced and clearly reflect the schedule and timeline status, cost or budget considerations, changes, performance, and other risk levels.
  • Prepares project controls plan for assigned project / program. Provides leadership and guidance for development of Work Breakdown Structures (WBS), tracking of project progress, analysis of bottlenecks, trends and critical path, and development / maintenance of cashflow.
  • Work with project managers to ensure the proper resource management plan is in place.
  • Provides guidance and consultation to project managers, including regular briefings on project financials, schedule status, resource plans, issues, and concerns.
  • True first level manager and manages associate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs.
  • Establishes risk management protocols which includes identification, documentation, mitigation and tracking of potential risks on the project.
  • Mentors and led staff of project controls team members, including ensure project is staffed appropriately, conduct regular staff performance reviews, and manage any staffing issues that may arise.
  • Maintain a safe work environment.

Education :

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, business, or equivalent fields
  • Skills / Experience :

  • Minimum of 5 years' experience in a leadership role in project controls; 1 to 3 years in a supervisory role is beneficial.
  • Strong understanding and competency in using Oracle Primavera and Microsoft Project products. Application and understanding of best practices for design engineering and capital construction projects is preferred.
  • Certification in Cost Control CCC / CCE or Scheduling (PSP) is an advantage.
  • Experienced setting up and monitoring complex project schedules.
  • Leadership ability and strong management skills.
  • Skilled in oral and written communication, with demonstrated ability to present Project Controls information to management / client.
  • Strong analytical skills, and ability to multi-task in a high paced project environment.
  • Experience with cost control including project estimating, forecasting and cost management including reporting.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 including Teams, Word, Excel, and Outlook.
  • Understanding of accounting functions and systems. Experience with consulting engineering financial systems, BST10 or equivalent is preferred.
  • Thorough knowledge of and demonstrated working experience with cost control, earned value management, budgets, estimating, resource planning, change management, forecasting, reporting progress and performance.
  • Work approach establishes and manages project schedule development, review, and update processes and to ensure accuracy and alignment with the overall master schedule. Uses baseline vs actual comparative process for cost, schedule, and progress, and ensures project-specific systems are implemented according to client and / or company standards and procedures.
  • Experienced in guiding and direct resolution of project difficulties for complex project control issues. Possesses strong analytical skills to review project controls information for accuracy as well as identify issues, concerns, and potential mitigation strategies.
  • Proficient with project manager and corporate management interactions, as appropriate, with regards to regular project meetings, including information gathering and report / presentation preparation of information as needed on the project. Ability to deliver clear, articulate, and concise messages in a compelling manner.
  • Capabilities include abilities to clearly communicate impacts of scope changes, schedule slippages and potential impacts to project budget and completion goals. Experienced in interfacing with engineering, procurement, and construction staff and understands overall design, bid, build and / or design / build models for capital project implementation. Uses change management process to communicate impacts and suggestions for corrective actions to keep project on track.
  • Good interpersonal and collaborating skills and excels in a team setting by clearly communicating project information and by listening effectively and inviting responses.
  • Good organization and prioritization skills and operates in self-directed manner with abilities to handle multiple priorities within set due dates.
  • Experience in the development of and implementation of corporate processes and procedures as well as industry best practices with regards to project controls on the project.
  • About Wade Trim :

    Wade Trim is committed to maximizing the value of infrastructure investments. We've been solving complex engineering challenges for nearly a century. We customize our work approach to fit each project using a collaborative, friendly style to deliver solutions our clients can stand behind.

    Our supportive culture recognizes and strives to fulfill collective client, company, and individual needs. Mentoring and building skills of Wade Trim staff is a priority. Frequent interaction among staff is encouraged, company leadership is easily accessible, and opportunities are provided for staff to help shape the firm's future through strategic planning. Work / life balance is supported through a flexible, hybrid work schedule that brings team members together in the office at least two days a week and connects them virtually when working from home.

    To solve our clients' toughest challenges, we've devoted ourselves to delivering innovative solutions. Our Office of Applied Technology (OAT) is dedicated to seeking new technologies or ways to apply existing technologies to enhance value to our clients and positively impact communities. All staff are encouraged to share ideas and suggestions for innovative technologies or processes to adopt. This open-minded approach enables us to advance technology, foster innovation, and stay ahead of our clients' needs.

    Wade Trim's success is shared by the employees that make it happen. Since our beginning, our firm has been 100% employee owned. This cultivates an ownership mindset that benefits our work approach, collaborative culture, and ability to deliver client solutions. We believe employee ownership drives the sustainability and growth of our firm and provides all our employees with opportunities for financial success.

    If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding career in a friendly environment, please submit your resume by visiting the Careers section of our website at http : / / www.wadetrim.com / careers . Wade Trim is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer.

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