Project Control Specialist

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Summary:

The Project Controls Engineer/Commissioning Coordinator is responsible for providing comprehensive project controls support throughout the entire project lifecycle, with a strong focus on commissioning and startup activities. This role requires a highly organized and detail-oriented individual with strong analytical and communication skills.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Project Scheduling & Control: Utilize project management software (e.g., Microsoft Project, Primavera, Smart Completions or other) to develop and maintain project schedules, track progress, and identify potential delays.
• Monitor project budgets, forecast costs, and analyze variances.
• Utilize data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, Power BI) to track key project metrics, generate reports, and identify trends.
• Document Control: Implement and maintain a robust document control system to track and organize all project documentation, including commissioning documents, test records, and other relevant files.
• Quality Control: Review and validate all aspects of the work to ensure compliance with project specifications, industry standards, and quality requirements.
• Oversee and participate in inspections, tests, and performance verifications.
• Commissioning & Startup: Collaborate with engineers, contractors, and other stakeholders to plan and execute commissioning activities.
• Monitor and track commissioning progress, identify and resolve issues, and ensure timely completion of all commissioning tasks.
• Support the development and execution of test plans and procedures.
• Document all commissioning activities accurately and comprehensively.
• Communication & Stakeholder Management: Effectively communicate project status, issues, and solutions to project managers, engineers, contractors, and other stakeholders.
• Prepare and present progress reports, meeting minutes, and other project documentation.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with all project stakeholders.
• Proactively identify and resolve conflicts or disputes between stakeholders.
• Problem-Solving & Decision-Making: Identify and analyze project risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Proactively identify and resolve issues that may impact project schedule, budget, or quality.
• Make sound decisions to ensure project objectives are met within budget and on schedule.
• Team Collaboration: Work effectively within a multidisciplinary team, including engineers, contractors, suppliers, and other project personnel.
• Guide and motivate team members on the effective use of project management tools and processes.
• Technical Knowledge: With support from the engineering team, develop an understanding of relevant mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation systems.
• Gain familiarity with commissioning procedures and best practices.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• 10 years of experience in project controls, construction management, or a related field.
• Proven experience with project management software (e.g., Microsoft Project, Primavera).
• Proficiency in data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, Power BI).
• Strong understanding of project scheduling principles and methodologies.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Detail-oriented with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in the Construction industry.
• Experience with document control systems.
• Knowledge of commissioning procedures and best practices.