Lead Project Controls Specialist (Project based position)

TEiC Construction Services has been delivering high quality outage and maintenance services to power generation and processing plants around the country for more than 20 years, performing successfully under the most challenging turnarounds and maintaining the tightest budgets—and always with an unwavering focus on the safety of every person on the job site. No wonder TEiC has earned an outstanding record of repeat business from many of the largest and most sophisticated utilities and plants around the country.

The Lead Project Controls Specialist plays a critical role in supporting and guiding project execution at the project site. This role requires providing comprehensive planning and project controls leadership, working closely with the project team to ensure that project timelines, budgets, and performance metrics are achieved. Reporting to the Project Controls Manager, the Lead Project Controls Specialist is a key member of the project leadership team and is responsible for fostering collaboration among stakeholders to drive successful project outcomes.

Technical Acumen

• Collaborate with project teams to develop comprehensive project plans and schedules using industry-standard software (e.g., Primavera P6, Microsoft Project).
• Identify critical path activities, milestones, and dependencies, ensuring accurate project sequencing and timely completion of deliverables.

Project Execution

• Monitor project costs and provide regular reports to stakeholders, highlighting any deviations from the budget and proposing strategies for cost optimization.
• Oversee the change control process to manage project scope changes, ensuring proper documentation and approval are in place.

Financial Management

• Assist in preparing project budgets by analyzing cost estimates, resource requirements, and procurement plans.
• Evaluate the impact of change requests on project schedules, costs, and resources, and develop strategies for managing changes with minimal disruption.

Critical Thinking

• Identify potential project risks and collaborate with project teams to develop effective risk mitigation strategies.
• Conduct qualitative and quantitative risk assessments, tracking identified risks throughout the project lifecycle, and implementing contingency plans as necessary.

Quality Control

• Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to assess project progress, collecting and analyzing project data to provide actionable insights.

Collaboration

• Work closely with project managers, field supervision, and other stakeholders to provide project controls support and guidance.
• Communicate project status, risks, and recommendations effectively to stakeholders, both verbally and in written reports, and facilitate project review meetings.

Customer Focus

• Prepare and present regular reports and dashboards that communicate project performance, risks, and recommendations to stakeholders.

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field (preferred).
• Proven experience as a Project Controls Specialist in the power generation industry or a related field, with at least 10 years in Project Controls. Field experience is preferred.
• Proficient in project management software/tools (e.g., Primavera P6, Microsoft Project) and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Knowledge of construction project lifecycle, scheduling techniques, cost control, and risk management.
• Solid understanding of construction processes, sequencing, and dependencies.
• Familiarity with relevant industry regulations and standards.
• Professional certifications (e.g., PMI-SP, PSP) are a plus.

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision) Effective on your first day!
• Wellness Programs and Awards Get healthier and earn premium discounts!
• Gym Reimbursement and Weight Loss Benefit
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA) Company match!
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Holidays)
• Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
• Short Term & Long-Term Disability
• Training & Development
• Employee Assistance Program
• Parental Leave
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Duncan, SC Location Onsite Gym and pickle ball court!

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