Project Controls Specialist

Minimum Clearance Required to Start:

Not Applicable/None

Job Description:

You have a boundless commitment to accomplishing the task. You insist on always doing your best, and there’s no allowance for second best. You keep at it until you know that your best work has been done. Our organization also operates at that level and our culture is consistent with those standards. We will supply you with the tools you need, from people to resources, to get your job done.

Opportunity:

• Parsons is now accepting applications for interns who have a great attention to detail and ready join a rapidly growing team, enhancing the fabric of our community.  

• Parsons extensive experience in the Critical Infrastructure, combined with your willingness to work hard will propel your career and opportunities forward. We need our Project Controllers to be versatile, enthusiastic to work in highly flexible, team-oriented environments that have exceptional communication, analytical and organizational skills

• In this role you will be under close supervision of a project controls professional, and complete routine technical support assignments. 

• Location: Remote.

Cost Engineering:

• Develops and maintains the cost control portion 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:

• 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. Must work with project managers and project controls manager in the areas of planning and scheduling. Must understand and interpret contract specifications to accordingly prepare and review construction schedules. Must 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).

• Skilled communicator, writer, and editor.

• Strong analytical and verbal communication skills, organization skills, and attention to detail.

• Ability to work independently, multitask, and coordinate activities across a range of functional areas.

• Self-motivated with the ability to work both independently and on teams.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite and preferred familiarity with Microsoft SharePoint and Salesforce

The anticipated annualized full time target compensation (median) for this position is: $56,160.00.

Benefits for this position include: medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and 401K.

The position requires a COVID vaccination or an approved accommodation/exemption for a disability/medical condition or religious belief.