Lead Project Controls Specialist - Scheduler- 90351641 - Philadelphia

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SUMMARY OF DUTIES:

The Project Controls Specialist position is responsible for using and improving existing enterprise tools, systems and work processes to assist Project Managers in effective management, control and reporting on schedule and progress measurement for a medium to high complexity capital delivery portfolio of Projects. The position will function as a master scheduler, develop Project dashboards, schedules, cost performance reports, resource loading reports and risk registers in close collaboration with the Project Controls Manager, Project Managers, and other groups. Ensure portfolio compliance with established Project management standards and policies. This position will work under minimal supervision of a senior level controls practitioner or Project Controls Manager.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

* Works with Project or Portfolio management and Project Controls teams to develop integrated master schedule and master risk register.
* Applies construction scheduling concepts, practices, methodologies, and/or procedures as well as discipline-specific concepts to develop schedules for rail-specific work elements (e.g., electric traction, signals, structures, track) or general construction work elements.
* Performs investigation, including but not limited to visits to the field, and interviews of delivery staff (e.g., engineers, superintendents, construction managers), to understand construction means and methods in order to develop schedules with proper logic ties, sequencing, resourcing, and work calendars.
* Collects and compiles project or portfolio performance indicators (KPIs) such as installed quantities, expended labor and other progress measurement data, and trends using reports, charts, tables, dashboards, or other artifacts assessing project or portfolio performance to support management decisions
* Integrates external cost and schedule data including information from vendors, contractors, and external entities to ensure accurate performance reporting.
* Develops or applies processes and tools to support resource demand planning, change management, and project pipeline planning decisions
* Tracks potential changes, ensuring suitable assessments of schedule impacts are generated and given visibility with the client and project management.
* Assist the Project Manager with maintenance and baseline reviews of project schedules in accordance with approved project parameters
* Assist the Project or Program Manager in evaluation and assessment of identified project risks to enable project team with the applicable data for development of risk mitigation plans and contingencies
* Supports the development of the Engineering Capital Construction yearly plan by producing new and updated Primavera P6 schedules, ensuring schedule and cost data integrity and consistency, alignment with 5-year plan, and compliance with delivery requirements and deadlines.
* Performs review and analysis of contractor or third-party baseline and schedule updates, including constructability, risk analysis, critical path analysis, qualitative or quantitative schedule quality assessments, and/or delay and Time Impact Analysis as required. Extends the analysis to the integrated project/program/portfolio schedule as applicable.
* Assures quality and timeliness of recurring and ad-hoc deliverables, including but not limited to estimates, schedules, forecasts, reports, analyses, and source data.
* Manages project or portfolio controls data in EPPM or other department-approved systems and tools such as Excel or Primavera P6. * Performs other related duties.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

* Bachelor's Degree required OR Equivalent combination of training, education, and relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
* 6-9 years of relevant experience preferred
* PMP or PMI-SP in good standing
* Valid Driver's License or ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related functions
* Must have authorization to work in the United States

A combination of education and/or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the position.
* Knowledge of principles and practices of construction project management through all phases of the construction project lifecycle
* Understanding of project financial reporting, forecasting, and analysis and monitoring capital project / program / portfolio funding and/or budget.
* Construction project performance metrics, performance analysis, dashboards, and progress reports.
* Ability to research, analyze, evaluate performance gaps, and implement new business processes, tools, methods, and techniques to improve performance or output.
* Advanced Excel user skills
* Intermediate to advanced PowerPoint skills
* Skill in communicating complex information clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing across all levels
* Strong focus on collaboration, team building, and customer service

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience performing or leading project controls for mid ($50M+) to large ($500M+) capital construction projects, programs, and/or portfolios.
Capital construction controls experience in the rail industry, oil and gas, energy, or pharmaceutical industry.
One or more of the following certifications / credentials:
- Oracle Primavera P6 certification
- SP or RMP (PMI) - PSP, CEP, EVP, or CCP (AACE)
- Chartered MRICS - EVMP - FAC-P/PM Level III
- PRINCE2 - CCA, or CDT (CSI) Hands-on experience with data analysis and visualization tools like PowerBI

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Environmental Conditions: Onsite 4/5 Days; exposure to computer screens.
Physical Conditions: May require maintaining physical condition necessary for sitting, walking or standing for prolonged periods of time.
Travel: up to 25%

COMMUNICATIONS AND INTERPERSONAL SKILLS:
Must have excellent oral and written communication skills.

The salary/hourly range is $94,300-$122,256, Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, internal equity, etc. Depending on an employee's assigned worksite or location, Amtrak may consider a geo-pay differential to be applied to the employee's base salary. Amtrak may offer additional incentive and pay programs to recognize and reward our employees, including a short-term incentive bonus based upon factors such as individual and company performance that is commensurate with the level of the position and/or long-term incentive plan compensation. In addition to your salary, Amtrak offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes health, dental, and vision plans; health savings accounts; wellness programs; flexible spending accounts; 401K retirement plan with employer match; life insurance; short and long term disability insurance; paid time off; back-up care; adoption assistance; surrogacy assistance; reimbursement of education expenses; Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility; Railroad Retirement sickness and retirement benefits; and rail pass privileges. Learn more about our benefits offeringshere.

Requisition ID:164890

Work Arrangement:06-Onsite 4/5 DaysClick here for more information about work arrangements at Amtrak.

Relocation Offered:No

Travel Requirements:Up to 25%

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Amtrak is committed to a safe workplace free of drugs and alcohol. All Amtrak positions requires a pre-employment background check that includes prior employment verification, a criminal history check and a pre-employment drug screen.

Candidates who test positive for marijuana will be disqualified, regardless of any state or local statute, ordinance, regulation, or other law that legalizes or decriminalizes the use or possession of marijuana, whether for medical, recreational, or other use. Amtrak's pre-employment drug testing program is administered in accordance with DOT regulations and applicable law.

In accordance with DOT regulations (49 CFR * 40.25), Amtrak is required to obtain prior drug and alcohol testing records for applicants/employees intending to perform safety-sensitive duties for covered Department of Transportation positions. If an applicant/employee refuses to provide written consent for Amtrak to obtain these records, the individual will not be permitted to perform safety-sensitive functions.

In accordance with federal law governing security checks of covered individuals for providers of public transportation (Title 6 U.S.C. *1143), Amtrak is required to screen applicants for any permanent or interim disqualifying criminal offenses.

Note that any education requirement listed above may be deemed satisfied if you have an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Amtrak is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/color, to include traits historically associated with race, including but not limited to, hair texture and hairstyles such as braids, locks and twists, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related conditions, such as lactation), national origin/ethnicity, disability (intellectual, mental and physical), veteran status, marital status, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, genetic information, citizenship or any other personal characteristics protected by law..