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Qualus

Project Controls Specialist I

Hartford, CT · On-site

$100K - $133K/yr

The Project Controls Specialist I will help manage project costs and schedules, identify project progress, and report to project stakeholders on a consistent basis. The role works closely with ...

Qualus

Project Controls Specialist I

Hartford, CT · On-site

The Project Controls Specialist I will help manage project costs and schedules, identify project progress, and report to project stakeholders on a consistent basis. The role works closely with ...

Zachry Group

Project Control Specialist I

Hammond, IN · On-site

The Project Controls Specialist I will work closely with project managers, engineering teams, construction personnel, and client stakeholders to ensure project performance is accurately measured ...

Zachry Group

Project Control Specialist I

Hammond, IN · On-site

The Project Controls Specialist I will work closely with project managers, engineering teams, construction personnel, and client stakeholders to ensure project performance is accurately measured ...

EDG Inc

Project Controls Specialist III

New Orleans, LA · On-site

The Project Controls Specialist i performs all project controls functions including scheduling and cost control. The Sr. Project Controls Specialist will work with schedulers, cost analysts, project ...

City of Mesa

Electrical Controls Specialist I/II

Mesa, AZ · On-site

$65K - $97K/yr

... projects. This position will provide guidance and direction to Electrical Controls Specialist I's as needed and reviews their completed work for conformance and compliance with installation ...

One Tech

Project Controls Specialist

Denver, CO · On-site

$78K - $83K/yr

One Tech Engineering is searching for a Project Controls Specialist for a position located in Denver, Colorado, or Amarillo, Texas. The Project Controls Specialist will support the Wildfire ...

One Tech

Project Controls Specialist

Lexington, KY

The Project Controls Specialist will be responsible for leading the project controls processes with the internal project management team to execute project deliverables within budget and schedule.

One Tech

Project Controls Specialist

Kansas City, MO

$93K - $100K/yr

The Project Controls Specialist will lead the project controls efforts and is responsible for the daily management of the project controls tasks. The candidate must be a US Citizen or a green card ...

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Project Controls Specialist I

Hartford, CT • On-site

Qualus
501 - 1,000 employees
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$100K - $133K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 18 days ago

Qualus rating

9.3

Company rating: 9.3 out of 10

Based on 6 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Position Overview
Power your future with Qualus in our Program Management department as an Project Controls Specialist. As a Project Control Specialist I you will work on electric transmission line, distribution line, and substation capital projects by providing controls and support services, including scheduling, cost control, and analytics. The Project Controls Specialist I will help manage project costs and schedules, identify project progress, and report to project stakeholders on a consistent basis. The role works closely with Project Management, Engineering, Construction, and Controls teams to ensure accurate planning and efficient execution.
Responsibilities
  • Integrated Scheduling and reporting including resourcing, critical/float path management
  • Cost Analysis and reporting (including charts and diagrams)
  • Forecasting
  • Project performance updating from stakeholders
  • Documentation of cost and schedule data including benchmarking
  • Earned Value analysis
  • Change Management
  • Budgeting
  • Risk Management and change control
  • Contract Oversight
  • Scope Management

Minimum Qualifications
  • 2-5 years of directly related experience in cost accounting, scheduling, and/or project management on engineering services and/or construction projects
  • Proficiency and knowledge of cost/planning/control and reporting techniques, specifically project accounting practices and use of financial systems (e.g., system input and reporting, invoicing and cash flow, revenue recognition, etc.)
  • Very proficient computer skills using MS Excel, Access, Project, Word and Power Point
  • Working knowledge of Critical Path Method scheduling theories
  • Working knowledge of MS Project and/or Primavera (P6) scheduling software
  • Proven accuracy, reliability, and completeness in job accomplishment
  • Ability to work independently and follow through on assignments
  • Ability to deal with a variety of individuals from various socio-economic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds
  • Effective oral and written communication skills
  • Acceptance that some travel may be required

Highly Desired Skills:
  • BS in Accounting, Engineering, Construction Management or related discipline
  • Experience in the T&D utility industry

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Benefits & Compensation
Qualus benefits offered include Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short and Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays, for those who qualify.
The final salary awarded for this role may vary from the above range based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. The salary range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes.
Company Overview
Qualus is a leading pure-play power solutions firm and innovator at the forefront of power infrastructure transformation, with differentiated capabilities across grid modernization, resiliency, security, and sustainability. The firm partners with utilities, commercial, industrial, data center, and government clients, and renewable and energy storage developers, offering comprehensive solutions through boutique and integrated advisory, planning, engineering, digital solutions, program management, and specialized field services. Qualus also provides software and technology enabled services and develops breakthrough solutions for critical power industry challenges such as distributed and variable resource integration, emergency management, and secure data exchange. The firm has over 1,800 professionals, with offices throughout the U.S. and Canada.
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. We are committed to providing an inclusive workplace and do not discriminate on any grounds protected by applicable human rights legislation across Canada and the US.
We are committed to a secure and transparent hiring process. We do not request payment or sensitive personal information, such as Social Security numbers or banking details, during the application process. Please use caution and verify opportunities through our official channels.

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