Project Controls Engineer (Multiple )

Job Description

Position Summary

Assist in the planning, designing, and overseeing of construction and maintenance of building structures and facilities. Review civil and electrical construction estimates and provide input. Assist the project manager to develop and maintain transmission and distribution projects budget. Evaluate and review contractor's certification for payment for civil construction work. Assist the project manager during bid process for civil work by reviewing project drawings, preparing the scope of work, and reviewing contractor's proposals. Apply cost control concepts and create monthly cost reports for transmission and distribution projects. Prepare and discuss project cost forecast for transmission and distribution work each month with the project manager and team. Provide a forecast variance explanation of outside and inside plant work. Create and analyze a cash flow forecast and calculate projects estimate at completion. Understand and apply accrual processes. Review and discuss civil and electrical change orders with the project manager, track change order cost, and discuss potential change orders with contractors. Create and maintain engineering and construction cost report for outside plant in support of digital product and control projects, including civil, mechanical, and electrical engineering work. Analyze construction schedule, cost information, and provide the project manager with recommended corrective action to ensure projects meet required in service dates.

Location: Various unanticipated worksites throughout the U.S.

Telecommuting: Permitted.

Direct Reports: None.

Position Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's - Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a closely related technical field of study; will accept equivalent foreign degree.

Experience: Five (5) years in the position above, or in a related scheduling, analyst, or project control engineer role.

Experience must include:

1. Applying cost control process within project controls.

2. Applying change management processes.

3. Reading and understanding construction drawings.

4. Interacting and managing construction contractor's work.

5. Developing schedules with Primavera Project Planner (P6).

6. Creating project cost reports and progress reports in SAP or Excel.

Additional Requirements

Physical: Standing or sitting for long periods; must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times and spend extended hours in front of a computer screen.

Cognitive: Problem-solving, written, and verbal communication skills; computer and software skills; and ability to read and interpret text online or in printed form.

About PMA

At PMA, employee well-being is a daily priority. We offer a combination of workplace options that include a PMA office location; work-from-home; or a client site. Wherever we work, we openly share knowledge as we believe that collaboration with peers improves our work product and that pursuing subject matter expertise is a lifelong endeavor.

We are committed to a culture of equity, diversity, and inclusion. We affirm and respect diverse backgrounds and opinions because we believe they yield the best solutions for our clients. We promote emotional intelligence and trust by nurturing these values within our new hires.

We encourage staff to develop rewarding, long-term careers at PMA, and we implement formal leadership development programs that help you attain your goals. At PMA, shared success is a core value. Every employee who contributes is recognized, celebrated, and rewarded. We look for self-driven candidates eager to assume responsibility and join a community of respect founded on collaboration and accountability, not titles. If you aim to transform the project management practice toward continuous improvement of project outcomes, the profession, and yourself, PMA looks forward to warmly welcoming you to our team.

We offer competitive pay and benefits, wellness programs for you and your family, and career development opportunities to advance your professional goals.

As a PMA professional, you will be empowered to make timely and effective decisions and significant daily contributions to complex facets of project delivery. Join a team that has achieved a world-class reputation in the construction industry and has been voted a "Best Place to Work."

PMA offers competitive wages and comprehensive benefits, including medical, prescription, dental, vision, time off with pay, 401(k) with company match, life, disability, and professional development reimbursement for qualifying employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression), disability, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. Qualified female and minority applicants are encouraged to apply.

EOE, including persons with disabilities and veterans.

VEVRAA federal contractor.

Apply for this jobCompany Description

PMA Consultants is a national program management/construction management consulting firm consistently achieving top rankings in Engineering News-Record (ENR). With a portfolio of projects that span the globe, we specialize in project and program management with subspecialties in owner’s representative, project controls, project scheduling, risk management, claims avoidance, and other fields! We are recognized for our leadership and subject matter expertise across a variety of industries and for helping owners deliver successful projects.

PMA values professionals who aspire to cultivate successful and enduring careers with us, and we have a great track record of working with our staff to nurture meaningful career arcs across industries and geographies.

Full-time