Project Controls - Scheduler

POWER Engineers, Inc. is seeking a Project Control Specialist in Amarillo, TX; which will be assigned to our Power Delivery Project Services Group I Department in Ft. Worth, TX. This position will report to the Project Services Area Lead and will have the ability to work hybrid or remotely. 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 office for periodic meetings.

Roles and ResponsibilitiesWorks closely with the team, project managers, and engineers to develop Transmission project schedulesHas an understanding of complex projects and how they workPossess an understanding of scheduling and cost knowledge, can interact with key project team members from a variety of backgroundsUnderstands CPM scheduling, Earned Value Management, and Schedule Risk AnalysisExperience with scheduling engineering and construction projectsIdentify and interpret work scope, technical sequencing, and Work Breakdown Structures (WBS)Develop, maintain, and support project schedule developmentWork with management to assure the schedule represents the execution planEffectively communicate with various project teams and internal workgroupsReport project status to project manager and engineer and provide visibility to critical deliverables through phone calls, emails, and/or meetingsManage changes and keep project teams aware of changes to the scope, budget, schedulePrepare cost performance and cash flow projections utilizing budget and cost-loaded schedulesUpdate tasks and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) as indicated in progress updatesAttend meetings as required (internal and with the client)The ideal candidate should be a self-starter and work independentlyOther duties as assigned by supervisor and/or clientRequired Education/ExperienceBS/BA in Business, Engineering, or Construction Management and/or related field experienceCandidate must have 5+ years of professional Project Controls experienceProficient in Primavera P6 or Microsoft ProjectProficient in Microsoft Office SuiteAdvanced Excel SkillsExcellent communication skills (both written and verbal)Ability to work in a matrix environmentAbility to work in a fast-paced environmentDesired Education/ExperienceElectrical utilities and power distribution experienceExperience working on various-sized projects/programsKnowledge of Oracle, SAP, Smart-Sheet, and Power BICertification from AACE or PMI 

 

At POWER Engineers, you can have a rewarding career on every level. Our philosophy is simple: Do Good. Have Fun. Build Success.

You’ll work on fun and challenging projects and initiatives. You’ll have the chance to positively impact society and the environment. And you’ll find the support, coaching, and training it takes to advance your career.

We get to make POWER a great place to work. That includes providing competitive compensation, professional development, and a full benefits package:

Medical/Dental/VisionPaid HolidaysVacation/Paid Sick LeaveVoluntary Life Insurance401KTelehealth Benefit covers all providersMaternity and Paternity LeaveNew Dads and Moms Benefit programFertility BenefitsGender-affirming care

POWER is a fun engineering firm. That might seem contradictory to some, but it works for us!  

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

 

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