Sr Project Control Specialist

Job DescriptionZachry Engineering Corporation (ZEC) is looking for a detail-oriented Senior Project Controls Specialist who is highly qualified in Primavera P6 scheduling engineering projects to work in our Houston Westchase office. This is a great opportunity to work on a challenging project for a well-known client in the industry. The ideal candidate will produce and maintain all cost and schedule functions, both internal and external, on assigned projects while maintaining company standards.ResponsibilitiesAssist the project manager in developing project scope of work for required Project Controls tasksStudy and understand all relevant project documents pertaining to the preparation of schedulesWork with all relevant project and discipline personnel to prepare schedulesConvert the scope of work document into a logically linked, resourced project schedulePrepare realistic, achievable schedules using logical networks and where necessary integrate engineering, procurement, and construction schedules with an emphasis on the engineering and procurement piecesDevelop progress curves and manpower histogramsMonitor progress against project schedule and prepare progress reportsCollect expended man-hours and prepare Earned Value reports and analysis Prepare, review, and ensure the timely issue of all relevant reports to stakeholdersVerbally and in writing advise project management and discipline personnel on impacts, and contingencies and generally guide the scopes towards the earliest possible finishProvide realistic resource forecast data at a project and corporate levelProvide input into the budget forecasting processTrain, encourage, and provide guidance to planning engineers, junior and assistant personnelManage cost discipline to ensure accurate and timely control and forecasting of man-hour budgets and ensure that the impact of all change requests is properly assessed and included in the schedulesParticipate in schedule and project risk analysis as requiredAnalyze progress and effects on schedule and advise necessary corrective actionsQualificationsHigh school diploma with previous experience in other functional areas. Minimum of 10+ years of experience in project controls with a focus on the Energy and Chemicals engineering industry.Experience developing and maintaining engineering schedules.Leads project meetings and makes presentations. Problem-solving skills, ability to resolve complex situations with appropriate management.Requires excellent working knowledge of project management software, specifically Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, and Excel.Must have a proven record and experience leading the project controls effort on assigned projects.Must have an understanding of the basic principles of project management.Requires an excellent general understanding of Cost Management, Estimating, and Change ControlMust have a high degree of computer literacy.Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact with staff at all levels.Preferred Qualifications:Bachelor’s Degree # L1-CT1