Project Analyst

Position: Project Management Construction Specialist/Project analyst 2Location: 100% Remote (local to CA only)Duration: 5 - 6 Months contract with high possibility of extensionJob descriptionAs a Project Management Construction Specialist, your work will help power our planet, reduce carbon emissions and create cleaner air for everyone. Are you ready to take on the challenge to help us build the future?A day in the life - Get ready to think big, work smart and shine bright!As a Project Management Construction Specialist, you will:Provide analytical support to review and process work order packages, secure material, and ensure the work is authorized to proceed for construction.Research, analyze, interpret sophisticated data, and problem solveObtain project status, update and maintain the project tracking database, and work with the appropriate project team member to help remove obstacles throughout the project’s lifecycle.Support project managers in tracking and reviewing in-flight projects with project team by participating in job walks and monthly tactical meetings and ad-hoc project status meetings.Provide data on status of projects and their requirements, clarify issues and ensure that Region personnel receive the appropriate support for the successful completion of projects.Verify, analyze, and update information in Primavera 6 (P6), SAP and Design Manager (DM) systems as well as Excel.Complete monthly reporting activities and support ad-hoc data requests.Maintain a safety conscious work environment, by following Edison safety protocols and safe work practices.QualificationsThe essentialsTwo years of experience tracking and reporting project progress and timelines.The preferredAssociate degree or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.Experience using P6 to track project progress.Electric distribution experience.Experience in project management theories and practices using IPSEC model.Experience crafting and maintaining records, logs, documents, files, or databases for use in monitoring, tracking, and trending program/project costs, budget and production variance, resources, schedules, and status for management with attention to detail.Experience reviewing, updating, and preparing reports, documents, or correspondence for internal andexternal customers to provide project updates and status with attention to detail.Experience performing risk analysis, capturing documents, and researching data on assigned topics,using databases, files, spreadsheets, or other sources.Ability to work independently on multiple projects/assignments concurrently with minimal oversight under tight timelines.Proficient with Microsoft PowerPoint, Word, SharePoint, and SAP.Ability to integrate work across relevant areas, manage information, and provide outstanding service to internal and external customers.