Scheduler, Engineering

Senior Project Controls Specialist

We are 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.

• 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.

• 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