Project Scheduler (P6)

We’re building a talent pipeline for future opportunities that occur regularly. While there may not be an immediate opening, we’re excited to connect with motivated candidates.

Join our dedicated team as a Project Controls Analyst (PCA)/Project Scheduler - you’ll partner with key department, project, and program stakeholders to develop and implement controls measures to better manage project financials, mitigating financial losses. You’ll also develop measures to optimize project cost planning analysis, budgeting and forecasting, financial reporting, managing data, financial performance, accounting protocols, and system integrations.

We are seeking candidates in the Northern California area, specifically Sacramento and the Bay Area to work a hybrid schedule with several work-in-office days per month. This will also include as-necessary travel to client offices and sites.

What You’ll Do:

• Partner with key department, project, and program stakeholders on developing & implementing controls measures to better manage project financials to mitigate financial losses.
• Partner with stakeholders in the development of project schedules to control cost plans, conduct ongoing cost plan analysis, and perform variance & earned value analysis for stakeholders.
• Collaborate with stakeholders on the development of project & annual budgets, budget forecast planning, reporting, performance management, account data requests, and provide financial tracking system management and support.
• Manage orders from inception through completion and all required documentation is entered in current software system
• Maintain scope change, contingency release, change order, and journal entry logs.
• Maintain written and electronic project documentation and records for required aspects of the project: Maintain project files in accordance with established guidelines and requirements
• Document change order requests, project status, key issues, risks and resolution, priority changes and approvals.
• Provide Project Manager with monthly report of project costs and/or schedule information including variance analysis according to an agreed upon level of detail and prioritization.
• Provide Project Team members with current status report containing schedule and cost information. Comply with Utility Operations Policies, Standards and Guidelines.
• Analyze financial results on a monthly basis, providing explanations of significant cost drivers to PM Leadership
• In coordination with Project Manager develop project schedule and cash flow/forecast plans with functional department input.
• Monitor financial progress and maintain Project Manager’s order group.
• Experience with appropriate software tools, e.g., SAP Work Management, P6, Excel, PowerBI

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree – Required
• 2 years or more of Primavera P6 experience
• 4 years or more of project controls experience
• Experience functioning in a project controls capacity where you developed, implemented, and drove project controls measures for large-scale complex projects.
• Experience managing project cost, forecasts, budgets, and conducting financial reporting (developing, creating, analyzing, packaging, and presenting) for large-scale capital projects.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite – Excel (formulas, macros, pivot tables, vlookup, dashboards, etc.), SAP, Power BI, Tableau.
• Must have a valid drivers license without restrictions

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working within construction, energy, utilities, engineering (civil, mechanical, electrical), consulting or related space.

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Why Join Us?

At ENTRUST Solutions Group, we are a community of over 3,000 dedicated professionals committed to our clients and each other. As an ENR Top 100 company, we provide comprehensive engineering, consulting, and automation services to various industries, including gas and electric utilities, telecommunication service providers, pipeline operators, and industrial companies. We are a forward-thinking organization dedicated to leveraging cutting-edge technology to drive success. We are committed to fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.

We believe in fostering a culture of inclusivity and respect, where everyone feels valued and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives. If you are passionate about project controls and looking for a place to grow your career, we would love to hear from you!

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What We Offer:

• A supportive and inclusive work environment that values diversity and encourages innovation.
• Opportunities for professional growth and career development.
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including generous paid time off, retirement program with a company match, tuition reimbursement, and flexible work schedules.
• This position pays between $98,000 and $135,000 annually and is an exempt position. The specific amount within this range will be influenced by the work location and various factors, such as internal equity, professional skills, work experience, and pertinent education or training.
• Benefits offered include company sponsored medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) plan with company match. Also offered are tuition reimbursement, voluntary life, disability, critical illness, accident and hospitalization plans. HSA or FSA medical accounts and FSA dependent care and transportation/parking accounts are also available. These benefits are subject to employee contribution amounts generally set annually.
• Full time employees are eligible to earn PTO hours.
• May be eligible for discretionary bonus as determined by the company.

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ENTRUST Solutions Group is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.

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