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Sargent & Lundy

Sep 11

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry Level
  • Engineering
    Business, Operations & Strategy
  • Kincardine

AI generated summary

  • You must know Primavera P6, have a degree, strong communication skills, MS Office proficiency, relevant internship experience, and pursue or have completed related certifications.
  • You will implement project controls, develop schedules, perform critical path analysis, manage risks, provide updates, support month-end processes, produce reports, and assist with project coordination.

Requirements

  • Proficiency using Primavera P6 scheduling software, including resource loading experience
  • Familiarity with the practical application of project controls
  • Post-secondary graduate
  • Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a proven ability to interact and multitask with project team members, clients, and vendors of varying position levels
  • Motivation: Eager to learn new skills and develop knowledge to add make a valuable impact to project team operation. Willing to engage with others to understand project team needs. Committed to deliver high quality, accurate deliverables with attention to detail
  • Computer Skills: Working knowledge in MS Office tools, with emphasis on the advanced use of MS Excel and/or MS Access in creating detailed, interactive spreadsheets, workbooks, and databases
  • Related engineering internship, co-op, or work experience, which includes project controls, project planning, project scheduling, and earned value performance, preferably within the power industry
  • AACE CST, or PMI Equivalent
  • Working towards AACE CCP, CEP, PSP, PRMP, EVP, or PMI Equivalent
  • In lieu of Professional Designation above, has completed equivalent training
  • Or in lieu of ii.) or iii.) above, has successfully passed designated proficiency testing

Responsibilities

  • Implement project controls tools and methodology
  • Develop and support project schedule requirements per client procedures and best practices
  • Perform critical path analysis, provide schedule insights and corrective actions when required
  • Support schedule contingency management, and work with key stakeholders to identify and manage project risks
  • Provide regular project updates and report deviations from the approved project baseline to the project team
  • Support month end closing and phase gate processes
  • Ensure standardized file locations exist for all required schedule documents
  • Produce look-ahead, actuals, and schedule quality reports
  • Assemble supporting documentation to meet project team and client requests/needs
  • Analyze data and build reports to support project monitoring and decision making
  • Interface regularly with project management to support monitoring schedule performance
  • There is the potential for you to travel to client office for project coordination meetings

FAQs

Do we support remote work?

Yes, we do remote work but in a hybrid format that includes both office and remote work.

What type of projects will I be working on in this position?

You will be working on nuclear power generation projects, specifically focusing on developing and maintaining project schedules, as well as monitoring project performance.

What software will I be using for scheduling tasks?

You will be using Primavera P6 as well as various industry and proprietary software tools for project scheduling.

Is prior experience required for this role?

While prior experience is not required, familiarity with project controls and scheduling concepts is essential. Related engineering internships or co-op experience would be valued.

What kind of benefits does Sargent & Lundy offer?

Sargent & Lundy offers comprehensive healthcare plans, generous paid time off, a 401(k) plan, tuition assistance, and various other financial and health benefits.

Will I have opportunities for professional development?

Yes, the company supports professional development through programs such as tuition assistance and a merit scholarship program, as well as opportunities to pursue professional designations.

How important is communication in this role?

Excellent written and verbal communication skills are crucial in this role, as you will need to interact with project team members, clients, and vendors regularly.

What is the company's stance on diversity and inclusion?

Sargent & Lundy is fully committed to equal opportunity employment and strictly prohibits discrimination in all forms, basing employment practices solely on individual merit and organizational needs.

Will I need to travel for this position?

There is a potential for you to travel to client offices for project coordination meetings, as required.

What are the essential skills I need to have?

Essential skills include proficiency in Primavera P6, familiarity with project controls, strong communication abilities, motivation to learn, and advanced MS Office skills, particularly in Excel.

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Sargent & Lundy

Empowering great minds to design our future

Energy
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
1891
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Sargent & Lundy is one of the world’s longest-standing full-service architect engineering firms. Founded in 1891, the firm is a global leader in power, energy, and decarbonization with expertise in grid modernization, renewable energy, energy storage, nuclear power, fossil power, carbon capture, and hydrogen. Sargent & Lundy delivers comprehensive project services – from consulting, design, and implementation to construction management, commissioning, and operations/maintenance – with an emphasis on quality and safety. The firm serves public and private clients in the power, energy, gas distribution, industrial, and government sectors.