Project Controls Specialist - Chicago, United States - Stantec

Stantec

Verified Company

Chicago, United States

6 hours ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

beBee recruiter

Description

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Description
Stantec Buildings is on a mission to become the world's leading integrated design practice. Our architects, engineers, interior designers, sustainability specialists, and technologists are passionate about the power of design.

We take an innovative, collaborative approach to projects, sharing a common belief that sustainable design for the built environment can make the world a better place for future generations.

Join us and design your place with Stantec.

Your Opportunity
Stantec is seeking a Project Controls Specialist with a solid background in project controls functions. The Project Controls Specialist is a key point of contact for numerous internal and external stakeholders. You will be responsible for all aspects of the position as outlined below.

Your Key Responsibilities

Performing responsibilities selfdirected and under mínimal supervision
Providing budget, contract, and financial management support to Project Managers
Interpreting contract terms and assisting Project Managers with maintaining the life cycle of projects per client requirements and company guidelines
Coordinating with project accounting staff to ensure invoices are submitted per established timelines and contractual requirements
Auditing project management reports for financial impacts and provisions for gross profit optimization
Assisting Project Managers with monthly forecasts and financial estimates
Supporting Project Managers with project/program enterprise structures (e.g. Work Breakdown Structures, and Cost Breakdown Structures as part of project budgeting and setup)
Performing and managing all budget and cost control functions
Preparing monthend reports, variance reports, and ad hoc reports as required
Performing analytics and interpreting project/program data for continuous improvement
Financial reconciliations as required

Qualifications

Your Capabilities and Credentials

Experience is required in all aspects of budget and cost controls including budgeting, forecasting, and earned value management
Requires a thorough understanding of project accounting methods and requirements
Solid understanding of principles and methods related to Earned Value Management
Ability to functionally coordinate with both internal and external business processes and to blend the requirements of both
Superior computer skills in the Microsoft Office Suite (specifically desired: expertise in MS Excel)
Experience with MS Project and SQL /SharePoint Applications is a plus
Must be detailoriented with exceptional organizational and time management skills
Excellent communication skills (both oral and written)
Ability to see the "big picture" and use common sense to make decisions
Welldeveloped interpersonal skills with the ability and desire to build trusting, longterm relationships
Experienced in working with and providing support to diverse groups in all levels of management
Experience working in Oracle is preferred

Education and Experience
Bachelor's Degree or equivalent work experience in Construction Management, Electrical/ Mechanical Engineering, Accounting/Finance, or Project Management.

5 years of experience in project/program controls, project management, or project accounting position
Experience working in a consulting or project management environment is strongly preferred.

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice._

Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other's' talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us.

Join us and redefine your personal best. #DesignYourPlace

Benefits Summary:

Regular full-time and part-time employees have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage and paid family leave.

Regular full-time and part-time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year.

In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law).

Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law.

Primary Location :
United States-Illinois-Chicago

Organization :
BC-2357 Buildings-US Acquisition ESD

Employee Status :
Regular

Job Level :
Individual Contributor

Travel :
No

Schedule :
Full-ti