Project Control Specialist

The Project Controls Specialist encompasses resources, procedures, and tools for the planning, monitoring and controlling all phases of the capital project lifecycle, specifically focused on design (architecture and/or civil engineering). The ideal candidate is skilled with cost analysis, budget management, accrual accounting, and procurement and brings experience from large capital improvement transit programs/projects. Responsibilities include budget development, cost and schedule management, risk management, change management, earned value progressing, and forecasting.

Position Details:

Location: Oakland, CA (Hybrid Remote)

Type: Contract to Hire

*Open to part time(10-20 hours) or full time (40 hours a week)

Key Responsibilities

• Assist client and internal project managers with managing multiple projects through the entire development life cycle from concept including project management plans, contracting plans, risk registers
• Collaboration with all parties associated with the project to ensure it progresses according to plan, while working on several other projects simultaneously
• Support the development of monthly budget and schedule performance analysis
• Maintain comprehensive project document control using client designated systems
• Set up cost control systems to link accounting functions and track reporting of commitments, actual costs and forecasts according to project codes and work breakdown structure
• Provide project management team accurate and timely information to facilitate informed decisions and adequate time to take corrective or mitigating actions
• Ensure project elements adhere to the plan and approved changes are reflected in the project baseline and schedule
• Drive the review process

Capabilities and Credentials

• Incorporate and apply knowledge, skills, tools and techniques to project activities to meet project requirements
• Basic understanding and knowledge of standards and tools for project management phases, techniques and tools
• General understanding of architecture and engineering design components and their interdependencies.
• Familiar with public agency projects with multiple funding sources
• Detail oriented, analytical and problem-solving skills
• Experience making presentations and creating reports
• Excellent interpersonal, oral and writing skills
• Ability to interface with all levels of people
• Demonstrate ability to understand client needs and actively monitors client satisfaction.
• Proficiency in relevant software programs (for example Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Project, and SharePoint software)
• Foster and manage trusting relationships with colleagues, clients and relevant stakeholders
• Ability to work under direct and indirect supervision

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Architecture, Business, or Accounting from an accredited college or university preferred or equivalent training and experience in project management
• 5+ years of experience
• Experience in transportation, or public agency projects
• Project controls, architecture and/or engineering design and/or construction management experience preferred
• Project management certification is preferred

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