Project Controls - Scheduler (Utility)

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Job Description:

Parsons is a leading global engineering, construction, and technical services firm, dedicated to delivering innovative solutions to complex infrastructure challenges. With a focus on sustainability, safety, and cutting-edge technology, we empower our employees to make a meaningful impact on the world.

Parsons is seeking a highly skilled Senior Project Controls Specialist with expertise in Scheduling to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with Primavera P6 and a strong background in electric utilities projects . This role is critical to ensuring the successful planning, execution, and delivery of complex projects/programs in maintaining best practices and operational excellence.

The position requires the candidate to co-locate with the team in the Seattle Municipal Tower, three days a week , fostering collaboration and ensuring seamless project execution.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, maintain, and update detailed project schedules using Primavera P6 , ensuring alignment with project objectives, timelines, and budgets.

• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and stakeholders to gather input and validate schedule accuracy.

• Monitor project progress, identify potential delays, and recommend corrective actions to mitigate risks.

• Provide comprehensive scheduling analysis, including resource allocation, critical path analysis, and earned value management.

• Support the team in implementing and maintaining project controls processes, tools, and templates.

• Prepare and present regular reports on project status, schedule performance, and key metrics to stakeholders and senior leadership.

• Ensure compliance with industry standards, client requirements.

• Facilitate communication and coordination between cross-functional teams to ensure project milestones are achieved.

• Utilize expertise in electric utilities projects to address unique challenges and requirements within the sector.

• Mentor and guide junior team members, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional growth.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or a related field.

• Minimum of 8-10 years of experience in project controls, scheduling, , with a focus on electric utilities projects.

• Proficiency in Primavera P6 and other project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Power BI).

• Strong understanding of project controls methodologies, including earned value management, risk analysis, and cost control.

• Demonstrated ability to manage complex schedules and multi-disciplinary projects.

• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams and present to senior leadership.

• Knowledge of electric utility industry standards, regulations, and best practices is highly preferred.

• PMP, PMI-SP, or other relevant certifications are a plus.

Security Clearance Requirement:

None

This position is part of our Critical Infrastructure team.

For more than 80 years, our experts have designed and delivered the critical infrastructure that connects and protects communities around the world. We work in collaborative teams, both within the company and with our partners and customers, to plan, design, build, and modernize infrastructure. We take special pride in projects and solutions that improve communities as well as people's quality of life by promoting economic growth, enhancing mobility, and increasing sustainability and resiliency. Powered by our people, we provide the imagination necessary to support our customers' visions-and to help them see what's next!

Salary Range: $72,900.00 - $127,600.00

We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.

We truly invest and care about our employee's wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest-APPLY TODAY!

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About Us

Parsons is a digitally enabled solutions provider focused on the defense, security, and infrastructure markets. With nearly 75 years of experience, Parsons is uniquely qualified to deliver cyber/converged security, technology-based intellectual property, and other innovative services to federal, regional, and local government agencies, as well as to private industrial customers worldwide.

Parsons is an equal opportunity, drug-free employer committed to diversity in the workplace. Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran/LGBTQ+.

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