Paradigm Technology is seeking a Project Control Specialist for our client, (Public Utility). This is a year+ contract and is hybrid Mondays and Tuesdays onsite in Chattanooga, TN and Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays work from home.
Summary
Plans and executes work with minimal supervision, independently performs assignments with instructions as to the general results expected.
• Document project progress and changes, forecast project cost and schedule impacts, and communicate progress updates and projections to team members
• Participate in project prioritization
• Supports processes including change requests, lessons learned, work authorization, work management, and process improvement
• Helps develop project and Portfolio Business Planning Budgets
• Ensure effective project controls are in place to manage project cost, schedule, scope, risk, milestones, etc.
• Monthly forecasting and financial submittals, including but not limited to preparing and submitting accruals to financial services monthly, journal vouchers etc.
• Participate in and support project meetings and reviews as required
• Coordinate with Fixed Assets Accounting to determine classification for project work orders
• Support development, implementation and monitoring of purchase agreements and expenditures
• Develop and update schedule and cost in appropriate project management tools
• Supports seasonal and long-range planning
• Prepare schedule scenarios and project benefit analysis
• Provides field support at respective sites during projects & interfaces with engineering, plant, project, contractor & partners on a continuous basis
Skills and Proficiencies
• Proficient in project control concepts, methodology, techniques, scheduling and cost engineering practices
• Competent at performance analysis, business planning, budgeting, economic analysis, cost control, forecasting, etc.
• Capable of effective communication
• Proficient with work management software (i.e., Primavera, Maximo, PowerPlan, C55) & PC software (i.e., MS Office)
• Skilled in business, budgetary, financial, & workforce planning processes
• Capable of in-depth problem solving and analysis
• Proficient at resource loading and allocation, cost, schedule integration, and risk management
• Understanding of relevant SPPs, processes, and guidance documents
Minimum Qualifications
Education and Experience/Certificates, Licenses, and Registration Requirements/Other Requirements
Basic Education Requirements
• Associate's degree in Business, Engineering, Finance, Project Management, Accounting, Economics, Construction Management, Engineering Technology, Marketing or other related degree three (3) years minimum of related work experience
• OR high school diploma/GED and five (5) years minimum of related work experience
Desired Education Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Finance, Project Management, Accounting, Economics, Construction Management, Engineering Technology, Marketing or other related degree; and three (3) years of related work experience
Why Join Paradigm
At Paradigm, integrity drives innovation. You'll collaborate with curious, dedicated teammates, solving complex problems and unlocking immense data value for leading organizations. If you seek a place where your voice is heard, growth is supported, and your work creates lasting business value, you belong at Paradigm.
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Policy Disclosure:
Paradigm maintains a strict drug-free workplace policy. All offers of employment are contingent upon successfully passing a standard 5-panel drug screen. Please note that a positive test result for any prohibited substance, including marijuana, will result in disqualification from employment, regardless of state laws permitting its use. This policy applies consistently across all positions and locations.
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