Intermediate Project Controls Specialist

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Supports compliance with internal procedures such as federal/ government regulations. Gathers project progress information from project manager and project team members to update and monitor projects of basic to moderate complexity. Evaluates and updates data regarding schedule dates, physical percent complete, resource requirements, subcontractor commitments and project accruals. Reviews schedule progress and productivity of resources. Develops time-phased project cost and resource forecasts; validates project costs; updates requirements as required. Monitors progress of project deliverables and actual expenditures versus forecasts. Performs performance reporting using Earned Value Management. Conducts financial analysis including variance, risk and profit/loss analyses, etc. Performs non-routine analyses and prepares non-routine financial reports. Documents and assesses the impact of project changes on cost/schedule baselines. For projects of basic to moderate complexity, develops and documents project planning considerations and objectives, scope and milestones to incorporate into the schedule. Develops, maintains, and analyzes integrated critical path schedules for medium to large segments of major projects and/or portfolio of basic to moderate complex projects in accordance with contract specifications. Evaluates and raises project early warning signals to project manager. Evaluates and recommends resource realignments to maintain project execution. Generates and analyzes earned value reports for projects of basic to moderate complexity and discusses any observations with supervisor and the project manager. Evaluates project execution and impact of developing trends using prescribed methodologies to determine if project is proceeding within available resources and budget. Prepares client and internal status reports to communicate cost status and documents trends. Uses appropriate document management protocols to manage the storage and retrieval of project documentation. Performs other duties as required. Skills & Abilities Solid knowledge of project management methodology including budget development, project planning, control and assurance methodologies, and finance and accounting concepts and practices. Demonstrates proficient knowledge of project goals, drivers, strategies, risks and opportunities as well as an understanding of project finance, accounting or business administration. Demonstrates a working knowledge of Enterprise Project Portfolio Management suite of tools (Primavera). Knowledge of Project Performance tools (i.e., EcoSys). Possesses strong teamwork and collaboration skills and an ability to work well in fast paced environments requiring daily shifting of priorities. Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Bachelor's degree. 4 years of related experience. Domestic and/or international travel may be required. The frequency of travel is contingent on specific duties,