An electric utility client is looking for a Project Management Specialist to support project managers in tracking and reviewing in-flight projects with the project team.

Location: Irwindale, CA (Remote)

Position: Project Management Specialist

Pay Rate: $35/hr. on W2

Duration: 12 months or longer

Schedule: M-F, 8-5

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide analytical support to review and process work order packages, secure material, and ensure the work is authorized to proceed with construction.
• Research, analyze, interpret sophisticated data, and problem-solve.
• Obtain project status, update and maintain the 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 the project team by participating in monthly tactical meetings and ad-hoc project status meetings.
• Provide data on the 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.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associate's Degree is required
• 2 years of experience tracking and reporting project progress and timelines.
• Experience using P6 to track project progress.
• Electric distribution experience.
• Experience in project management theories and practices using the 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 and external 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

About our client:

Our client is one of the largest electric utilities and a longtime leader in renewable energy and energy efficiency in the United States providing electricity for much of Southern California.

About APR:

Since 1980 APR Consulting, Inc. has provided professional recruiting and contingent workforce solutions to a diverse mix of clients, industries, and skill sets nationwide.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity! If you feel your experience is the match for this position please apply today and join our team. We look forward to working with you!