Principal Project Controls Specialist

Fluor

  • Aiken, SC
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
Job DescriptionThis position is responsible for performing Project Control activities and/or supervising the overall Project Controls effort for a project. This role serves as Control Team Leader on medium-sized projects or as a Subject Manager Expert (SME) for the entire Project Controls Team in the Regional Office. This role may serve as lead cost, lead planner/scheduler, lead progress, or lead change management on large-sized projects.
  • Develop, implement, and direct the total Project Controls program on projects or lead one of the Project Controls' functions in a large project
  • Implement the Work Breakdown and Project Coding Structures to ensure that data are converted correctly from the original estimate to the Project Control system
  • Analyze variances in cost or schedule performance against the plan, and communicate the reasons for the issuance of variance and proposed mitigation plans to Project Management
  • As Cost Application SME, manage project schedule including critical path activities and review schedule float for schedule slippages
  • Contribute to the proposal efforts for cost or scheduling activities
  • Support cost reviews associated with project profit recognition; provide evaluation of opportunities with management
  • Other duties as assigned
Basic Job Requirements
  • Accredited four (4) year degree or global equivalent in applicable field of study and twelve (15) years of work-related experience or a combination of education and directly related experience equal to sixteen (19) years if non-degreed; some locations may have additional or different qualifications in order to comply with local requirements
  • Ability to communicate effectively with audiences that include but are not limited to management, coworkers, clients, vendors, contractors, and visitors
  • Job related technical knowledge necessary to complete the job
  • Ability to learn and apply knowledge of applicable local, state/province, and federal/national statutes and guidelines
  • Ability to create and deliver cost application training material to the project Controls organization
  • Ability to attend to detail and work in a time-conscious and time-effective manner
Preferred Qualifications
  • Significant technical knowledge and practical experience with applicable software systems, such as: Deltek Cobra, Deltek Winsight and Deltek PM compass for Cost, Change, and Progress
  • Familiarity with Department of Energy EVMS metrics and variance analysis reporting
  • Industry- specific experience in all facets and phases of a project: Engineering, Procurement, Construction, Commissioning and Startup
  • May need to travel internationally for project assignments and in support of business-related matters
Other Job Requirements
  • U.S. Citizenship required
To be Considered Candidates:Must be authorized to work in the country where the position is located.Diverse WorkforceWe are an equal opportunity employer that recognizes the value of a diverse workforce. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by governing law.Notice to Candidates:Background checks are carried out as part of any conditional offer made, including (but not limited to & role dependant) education, professional registration, employment, references, passport verifications and Global Watchlist screening.BenefitsFluor is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to promote employee health, wellness, and financial security. Our offerings include medical, dental and vision plans, EAP, disability coverage, life insurance, AD&D, voluntary benefit plans, 401(k) with a company match, and training and development courses.

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