Project Controls Specialist II

About the role

RK&K's Project Controls and Construction Management Division is hiring a Project Controls Manager to lead and manage multiple project support efforts in transportation infrastructure development and construction. Assignments include various mega-projects, which may be supported on a part- or full-time basis.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain project controls plans and procedures for large programs.

• Draft and improve project management processes.

• Serve as the management and administrative lead for Consultant staff resourcing.

• Cookordinate and lead Subject Matter Experts (SME) to support project controls functions including:

  • Scheduling: Implement and maintain cost-loaded master program schedules, typically prepared in Primavera P6.

  • Cost Management: Manage budgets, track costs, prepare financial forecasts, and develop cost management strategies.

  • Risk Management: Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and opportunities.

  • Reporting: Provide accurate and timely progress updates, cost reports, and risk registers to stakeholders.

• Oversee cost controls, change management, risk management, earned value, and scheduling efforts.

• Work with project managers, estimators, finance, designers, and engineers to achieve project objectives.

• Cookordinate activities and inputs with engineering, construction, and procurement teams.

• Review and audit cost, progress, and schedule reports.

• Establish milestones, develop dashboards, and monitor progress, implementing corrective actions as needed.

• Monitor contract task schedule and budgets.

Requirements

• Minimum ten (10) years of relevant experience in Project Controls for transportation infrastructure development and construction.

• Minimum (3) years of leadership experience.

• Strong understanding of project controls and project management.

• Analytical and strategic with a hands-on leadership style.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Demonstrated knowledge of public policy and business practices related to transportation issues.

• Ability to manage, coordinate, and oversee multiple project support efforts.

Preferred Experience And Skills

• Federal Funding experience (FTA, FRA, FHWA, etc.).

• Relevant software expertise (Primavera P6, HeavyBid, TILOS, etc.).

• Power BI Experience/Knowledge.

What We Offer

We offer excellent potential for career advancement and professional growth. We also offer attractive compensation packages commensurate with experience and a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurances
• Matching 401(k) plan
• Paid Holidays
• And much, much more!

Why RK&K?

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