Project Controls Specialist IV

About the role

Provide technical and non-technical support as part of the project execution team in support of internal and external deliverables for all projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement Project Controls processes and procedures.
• Consolidate, organize, and integrate various cost and schedule data sources to align with approved WBS/Control Account levels.
• Support Project Managers with estimate creation.
• Create quantity take-offs and unit rate tables for use in cost estimates.
• Support Project Managers with documentation/version control.
• Ensure all changes to cost and/or schedule baselines are DOA approved prior to execution.
• Lead management of change workflow execution and status reporting.
• Review, validate, and incorporate external supplier/contractor cost reports into incurred cost and earned value calculations.
• Assist with preparation of timely and accurate detailed cost reports based on input/coordination with the Project Team.
• Provide data to support significant cost irregularities/trends and suggest corrective actions.
• Assist with ETC validation by reviewing project schedules and verifying relationships to cost forecasts.
• Prepare and issue detailed cost reports based on input/coordination with the Project Team.
• Creation, assignment, and maintenance of schedule EPS, WBS, Activity Calendars, Activity Codes, Global Changes, and Resources.
• Obtain Project Team buy-in/approval of all documented schedule assumptions and baselines.
• Provide timely and accurate schedule updates based on input/coordination with the Project Team.
• Review, validate, and incorporate external supplier/contractor schedules into the Master Integrated Schedule.
• Validate schedule forecast accuracy, productivity, and produce variance analysis documentation.
• Head planning workshops to define project schedule activity scope, relationships, and dependencies.
• Provide all necessary inputs for and actively participate in risk assessment workshops.
• Develop and maintain progress measurement reporting integrated with schedule.
• Prepare and issue Project reports to meet contractual obligations.
• Identify and assess significant cost/schedule irregularities/trends and suggest corrective actions.
• Develop reporting structure and process to share project information with stakeholders.
• Ensure cost, schedule, and progress reporting accuracy, and convey business analysis to stakeholders.
• Ensure project controls reporting documents are produced and that they clearly reflect the schedule and timeline status, cost or budget considerations, changes, supplier performance, and other risk levels.
• Assess supplier/contractor’s performance and suggest corrective actions, if required.
• Lead a team of Project Controls Specialists, Planner/Schedulers, and Document Controllers on a specific project or program.
• Promote fluid, open, and consistent communication amongst all Project Team members.
• Strive for continuous improvement across all areas of work.
• Other duties as required.

Success Metrics and Competencies

• Ability to work both independently and within a team environment.
• Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization and external partners and facilitate discussions with cross functional teams.
• Highly motivated and problem-solving attitude.
• Strong sense of urgency in responding to constituents.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to provide valuable, succinct, and actionable insights from complicated information.
• Strong work ethic and commitment to quality.
• Self-reliance and ability to operate independently with limited direction.
• Commitment to promoting the reputation of the company through quality of work.
• Commitment to becoming a “citizen” of the broader organization, breaking down barriers and silos.
• Commitment to working in partnership with others inside and outside the organization.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple time-sensitive tasks.
• Adaptability in the face of rapidly changing priorities.
• Thorough understanding of financial reports and metrics.
• Data analysis and interpretation skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, Engineering, or related field preferred; equivalent experience considered.
• Seven or more (7+) years of experience in project controls, project accounting, cost engineering, or scheduling roles.
• Strong working knowledge of project control functions and project accounting processes, ERP systems and tools such as MS Dynamics 365, MS Project, Primavera P6 Professional, and Power BI.
• Experience with Omega 365 Pims preferred.
• Excellent facilitation, communication, and analytical skills – written and verbal.
• High level of personal integrity.
• Strong relationship capabilities.
• High levels of creativity, persistence, curiosity, and enthusiasm.
• Self-starter with strong analytical skills, enjoying work in a multi-disciplinary environment.
• Strong computer skills (MS Office).
• Proficient in both written and spoken English.

About Bowman

At Bowman, our people are at the center of everything we do. We’re committed to creating an environment where employees can thrive both personally and professionally, while helping to shape the infrastructure of tomorrow. A career at Bowman means being part of a collaborative, forward-thinking organization where innovation, inclusion, and growth are encouraged at every level.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
• Paid time off, sick leave, and paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development support
• Discretionary bonuses and other performance-based incentives
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), wellness initiatives, and employee discounts

Eligibility for certain benefits may vary based on position, location, and employment status.

Physical Demands and Working Environment

• Primarily indoor professional office environment which may include bright/dim light, noise, fumes, odors, and traffic.
• Mobility around an office environment.
• Frequent and prolonged use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.
• Occasional lifting or carrying up to 20 pounds.
• Occasional pushing or pulling up to 20 pounds.
• Occasional reaching outward or above shoulder.