Snr. Project Control Specialist

Zachry Engineering Corporation (ZEC) is looking for a detail-oriented Senior Project Controls Specialist – Planner/Scheduler who is highly qualified in Primavera P6 scheduling engineering projects to work in our Downers Grove, IL office. This is a great opportunity to work on a challenging project for a well-known client in the industry. The ideal candidate will produce and maintain all Engineering schedule functions, both internal and external, interface with Procurement and Construction Function on assigned projects while maintaining company standards.

Responsibilities

• Assist the project manager and engineering leads in developing project scope of work for required Project Controls tasks
• Study and understand all relevant project documents pertaining to the preparation of schedules
• Work with all relevant project and discipline personnel to prepare schedules
• Convert the scope of work document into a logically linked, resourced project schedule
• Prepare realistic, achievable schedules using logical networks and where necessary integrate engineering, procurement, and construction schedules with an emphasis on the engineering and procurement pieces
• Load resources and develop progress curves and manpower histograms
• Monitor progress against project schedule and prepare progress reports
• Collect expended man-hours and prepare Earned Value reports and analysis
• Develop layouts and look-aheads to assist team members to execute work
• Prepare, review, and ensure the timely issue of all relevant reports to stakeholders
• Verbally and in writing advise project management and discipline personnel on impacts, and contingencies and generally guide the scopes towards the earliest possible finish
• Provide realistic resource forecast data at a project and corporate level
• Provide input into the budget forecasting process
• Train, encourage, and provide guidance to planning engineers, junior and assistant personnel
• Participate in schedule and project risk analysis as required
• Analyze progress and effects on schedule and advise necessary corrective actions

Qualifications

• High school diploma with previous experience in other functional areas. 
• Minimum of 10+ years of experience in project controls with a focus on the Energy, oil and gas and Chemicals engineering industry.
• Experience developing and maintaining engineering schedules.
• Leads project meetings and makes presentations. 
• Problem-solving skills, ability to resolve complex situations with appropriate management.
• Requires excellent working knowledge of project management software, specifically Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, and Excel.
• Must have a proven record and experience leading the project controls effort on assigned projects.
• Must have an understanding of the basic principles of project management.
• Requires an excellent general understanding of Scheduling, Cost Management, Estimating, and Change Control
• Must have a high degree of computer literacy.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact with staff at all levels.

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s Degree 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Employee will be required to communicate in person, via telephone, email, use of arm/hand steadiness, manual dexterity, finger dexterity, multi limb coordination, oral expression, and comprehension. May be required to lift, carry, and move objects safely.

WORK ENVIRONMENT
Will work in a general office environment. Capable of operating and functioning in a fast-paced work environment. Must possess a vision (corrected or uncorrected) that allows for clear visibility from a distance of 20 inches or less.

The above description covers the fundamental responsibilities of the Senior Process Engineer position. It shall not be construed as a complete listing of all miscellaneous, incidental, or similar duties which may be required from day-to-day.

Zachry Group is dedicated in providing a Safe and Drug Free work environment; and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

In accordance with Illinois Equal Pay Act, the expected salary range for this Illinois position, Snr. Project Control Specialist is between $119,600 and 168,750 annually.   Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience, geographic location, and other job-related factors as permitted by law. 

This position Snr. Process Engineer is eligible for participation in Zachry’s Total Employee Rewards Program, which includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, and other ancillary benefits. This position is also eligible for participation in the 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan.

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