Project Control Specialist

Description

Do you want to be part of a great team working on some of the world’s greatest engineering and construction projects with the latest software?

Parsons is currently seeking a project control engineer / specialist to contribute expertise in project controls, scheduling, and earned value management.

At this level, the Project Control Engineer / Specialist has sufficient training, technical expertise to work mostly independently on assigned projects.

Some rotational experience may be through the Estimating, Cost Engineering, and Planning / Scheduling cost centers.

Cost Engineering :

Develops and maintains the cost control portion of the Parsons Integrated Control System (PICS) to provide project management, as well as the department and Company management, with the necessary tools for project cost control.

May participate in the development of the work breakdown structure, interfacing with Procurement, Engineering, and Finance Departments.

Prepares and processes input to the cost control system for all cost reports.

Prepares graphs, diagrams, and other exhibits to illustrate cost status and forecast requirements for Project Management and client.

Performs analytical review and arithmetic checks of cost reporting documentation.

Planning and Scheduling :

Implements and maintains the Planning / Scheduling portion of PICS. Understands and applies engineering, procurement, and construction terminology, concepts, and relationships.

Develops and maintains critical path logic networks and bar charts utilizing this information.

Analyzes, evaluates, and forecasts current status against an established baseline schedule. Assesses the impact(s) of design or construction changes and schedule slippages.

Reports schedule status to all levels of project and Company management as well as to the Client.

• Provides computer input and performs analytical review of reports generated.
• Accumulates and accesses historical data, such as performance experience, for use in maintaining a realistic basis for future planning and forecasting.
• May provide guidance, direction, and specialized assistance to others in the resolution of project control problems. Performs other responsibilities associated with this position as may be appropriate.
• Works with project managers and project controls manager in the areas of planning and scheduling.
• Understands and interpret contract specifications to accordingly prepare and review construction schedules.
• Collect and report on project schedules identifying and assisting in analysis of project schedule variances and assist in the development of corrective action.

Qualifications :

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Construction Management (or related field) as well as 3+ years of related work experience, or equivalent work experience required
• Assignments require the working knowledge of various software used in the Project Controls Department, such as Excel, Primavera, and Document and Materials Controls System (DMCS).

Minimum Clearance Required to Start :

Not Applicable / NoneThis position is part of our Critical Infrastructure team.For more than 75 years, our experts have designed and delivered the critical infrastructure that connects and protects communities around the world.

We work in diverse, collaborative teams, both within the company and with our partners and customers, to plan, design, build, and modernize infrastructure.

We take special pride in projects and solutions that improve communities as well as people’s quality of life by promoting economic growth, enhancing mobility, and increasing sustainability and resiliency.

Powered by our people, we provide the imagination necessary to support our customers’ visions and to help them see new possibilities.

We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as health, vision, dental, employer paid provincial care premiums, Defined Contribution Pension Plan (DCPP), Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA), Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP), life insurance, paid time off, sick leave, all province observed holidays off, and gym membership discounts to fit your busy lifestyle!Parsons is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility in the workplace.

Diversity is ingrained in who we are, how we do business, and is one of our company’s core values. Parsons equally employs representation at all job levels for minority, female, disabled, protected veteran and LGBTQ+.

We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest APPLY TODAY!