Control Specialist - O&M Services

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The Work Control Specialist is responsible for supporting the planning, coordination, and execution of maintenance activities within the Operations & Maintenance (O&M) division. This role ensures effective utilization of the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) to optimize maintenance scheduling, resource allocation, and work order execution. As a key contributor on a planning and scheduling team, the Work Control Specialist collaborates with cross‑functional stakeholders to improve processes that enhance maintenance operations and asset reliability across diverse business lines.

Black & Veatch’s Infrastructure Advisory Business provides a portfolio of solutions focused on the asset lifecycle, including Asset Management & Operations & Maintenance, Infrastructure Technology, Cybersecurity Solutions, Planning and Transactions. In this role you will be part of the Delivery Team supporting Solutions including Condition Assessment, Maintenance Management, and Strategic Asset Management.

• Support the implementation and optimization of the CMMS, ensuring accurate tracking of work orders, maintenance schedules, and asset performance.
• Collaborate with site O&M teams, asset owners, internal and external stakeholders to identify, diagnose, and resolve operational and maintenance issues.
• Ensure maintenance activities comply with safety regulations, industry standards, and company policies.
• Assist in developing and refining processes and workflows to enhance maintenance planning, scheduling, and execution.
• Analyze maintenance data and performance metrics to support improvements in asset reliability and reduce downtime.
• Contribute to operations across various industrial settings including Battery Storage, Solar, Wind, Simple Cycle Thermal Generation, Substation, water, and Combined Cycle Thermal Generation facilities.
• Establish and manage an inventory control system within CMMS.
• Coordinate with the supply chain team to ensure availability of spare parts and resources for planned and corrective maintenance.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance maintenance efficiency and system reliability.
• Provide support to the Operation Center as needed.
• Support the creation of reporting for internal and external stakeholders.

• Diploma or Certificate preferred.
• 5–10 years of experience in Operations & Maintenance or a related industry.
• Experience in maintenance planning and scheduling.
• 3 plus years of experience with CMMS platforms (e.g., SAP PM, Maximo, eMaint, Zinier, or similar).
• Strong understanding of maintenance planning, scheduling, and execution.
• Familiarity with NERC responsibilities and industry regulations.
• Basic understanding of construction and constructability practices.
• Knowledge of power plant systems, asset management, and industry trends.
• Effective problem‑solving and troubleshooting abilities.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to work…