Project Controls Specialist

ITAC serves Process & Industrial clients with integrated engineering and construction services for complex capital projects. We also offer specialty services including power systems services and products, custom machine fabrication, and fall protection services and equipment. Founded in 1988 on a dream and a $5K loan, ITAC is a true success story. From humble beginnings to an ENR-Ranked Top Design Firm with a nationwide footprint and over 450 employees operating from 6 offices in Virginia, North Carolina and South Carolina, we provide Fortune 500 companies with innovative design-build solutions. We specialize in power generation & utilities, chemicals, food & beverage, forest products, advanced manufacturing, and minerals & metals.

ITAC’s purpose is to make life better. For our employees, this means providing them with the resources and flexibility they need to have both a rewarding career and a fulfilling family life. ITAC is 100% employee-owned. Through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and Direct Stock Ownership, every team member has the unique opportunity to be an owner who shares in the company’s growth and earnings. We offer our team a comprehensive benefits package and numerous employee incentives. Rooted in love, we serve and care for our employees like family.

We hire passionate and motivated people with an innovative mindset and the desire to grow. If the thought of challenging, fast-paced projects excites you, then you’ve come to the right place. At ITAC, you’ll be part of a collaborative team that works hard to make life better. For more information, visit itac.us.com.

General Description of the Job (tasks, duties, roles, expectations):

This is a seconded position, meaning the selected candidate will be employed by ITAC but work full-time on assignment with one of our clients. While day-to-day responsibilities will be managed on-site with the client, ITAC provides ongoing support, resources, and benefits as your employer.

Generally, function as the assigned project controls specialist on a small or medium project, or as part of a team of project controls on a large project or program performing routine cost & scheduling activities with close supervision. Your key duties may include:

• Evaluate current procedures and recommend changes to improve the efficiency of project control of projects and reduction of issues due to scheduling & cost errors.
• Have knowledge of the scope of work for the project assignment
• Participate/Facilitate in Interactive Planning process.
• Development of the project schedule for engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, and validation activities, if required. (Mentioned duties may vary dependent upon project needs) This may also require input and participation by Engineering/Construction PM or Discipline Leads.
• Generates forecasts, variance reports, and other documentation used to track both schedule and cost of projects.
• Perform critical path analysis to identify potential problems early enough for the project team to react and correct the situation.
• Review staffing/resource forecasts based on input from project leads as compared to durations/staffing reflected in schedule.
• Implement EVM and review earned value analysis based on input from project leads and compare to progress reflected in schedule.
• Prepare cash flow development, reporting and analysis.
• Assist and or lead effort in producing various cost control and scheduling dashboard reports.
• Review change orders for schedule & cost impact
• Print and distribute technical and administrative reports and assembly of report packages, as required.
• Other project controls duties as assigned.

Overall Expectations:

• Maintain a clear and conscious focus on safety and do not compromise safety in the office or field.
• Actively cooperate with members of the project, client personnel and members of the department, as appropriate
• Make a particular point of establishing a mutually respectful relationship with client and ITAC personnel with whom you interact.
• Understand client and ITAC expectations, as determined by the project team, and constantly strive to achieve or better them.
• Meet commitments made to the client and ITAC, individually or as a team, to complete work by agreed upon or scheduled dates within agreed effort hour or cost budgets.
• Look for ways to reduce project risk, cost, and schedule, including ways to improve our work processes.

Requirements

• Education: BA, BS, or equivalent experience
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in MS Office and MS Project is essential.
• Autonomy: Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks with minimal supervision.
• Interpersonal Skills: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a strong disposition to collaborate with various teams.
• Energy and Multitasking: High energy levels and the ability to handle multiple tasks efficiently.

Benefits

From internships to seasoned professionals, our growing company provides career opportunities for all levels of experience. We offer our team a comprehensive benefits package and numerous employee incentives. For life’s challenges, we also provide our employees and their immediate families with certified chaplains for around-the-clock encouragement and support. Rooted in love, we serve and care for our employees like family. ITAC provides benefits such as

• 401k & ESOP
• Professional Development
• Safety Incentive Program
• 24/7 Chaplain Care
• Flexible Schedule & Remote Working