[Hiring] Project Controls Specialist 1 @CDM Smith

Role Description

The Perry Group, Ltd., a subsidiary of CDM Smith within the Industrial Unit, is seeking a Project Controls Specialist 1 with a strong understanding of engineering project execution to support complex industrial projects from design through construction.

The ideal candidate will bring experience coordinating multidisciplinary engineering deliverables across civil/structural, electrical, process, mechanical and piping disciplines, with an understanding of how those deliverables drive procurement and construction activities.

This role will integrate engineering, procurement and construction schedules to identify dependencies, anticipate impacts and help keep projects progressing on schedule and within budget.

The Project Controls Specialist 1 is responsible for coordinating overall project schedule integration with project cost, as well as all aspects of Owner’s schedule, cost tracking and control, progress measurement and project change management. The Project Controls Specialist 1 may be assigned to multiple projects.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent plus twelve (12) years of relevant experience
• Associate degree plus nine (9) years of relevant experience
• Bachelor's degree plus six (6) years of relevant experience

• Preferred Degree Discipline: Construction Management, Engineering, or related discipline.

Requirements

• In-depth knowledge of project management methodology including budget development, project planning, control and assurance methodologies, and finance and accounting concepts and practices.
• Demonstrates in-depth knowledge of project goals, drivers, strategies, risks and opportunities as well as an understanding of project finance, accounting or business administration.
• Demonstrates in-depth knowledge of Enterprise Project Portfolio Management suite of tools (Primavera).
• Possesses strong teamwork and collaboration skills and an ability to work well in fast paced environments requiring daily shifting of priorities.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Solid ability to oversee multiple projects and fulfill rigid time schedules.
• Highly skilled at analyzing issues, thinking strategically, providing direction, and creative solutions.
• Demonstrated ability to direct, train, and mentor junior staff members.

Benefits

• Pay Range Minimum: $97,302
• Pay Range Maximum: $153,858