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Project Controls Coordinator

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

AI generated summary

  • You must have 3+ years of project experience, strong communication skills, advanced MS Excel, and a post-secondary degree. Relevant internship or certifications are valued but not required.
  • You will implement project controls, manage budgets, analyze cost data, support reporting, and coordinate with stakeholders while potentially traveling for meetings.

Requirements

  • Essential skills and experience:
  • Familiarity with the practical application of project controls
  • 3+ years of project experience
  • 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.
  • Valued but not required skills and experience:
  • Related internship, co-op, or work experience, which includes project controls, project planning, project scheduling, and earned value performance, preferably within the power industry
  • i.) AACE CCT, or PMI Equivalent
  • ii.) Working towards AACE CCP, CEP, PSP, PRMP, EVP, or PMI Equivalent
  • iii.) In lieu of Professional Designation (i. or ii.) above, has completed equivalent training
  • Or in lieu of i.), ii.) or iii.) above, has successfully passed designated proficiency testing

Responsibilities

  • Implement project controls tools and methodology
  • Support the month end closing and phase gate processes, coordination, productions, management, reporting and analysis of cost information
  • Support the establishment of project original and approved budgets
  • Work with project stakeholders to establish cost baselines
  • 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 cost performance
  • There is the potential for you to travel to client office for project coordination meetings

FAQs

What benefits does Sargent & Lundy offer to employees?

Sargent & Lundy offers a variety of benefits including comprehensive healthcare plans, life and accident insurance, disability coverage, 401(k) plans, paid vacation, flexible work arrangements, and more.

Is there an opportunity for professional development?

Yes, Sargent & Lundy provides tuition assistance, a merit scholarship program, and various bonuses for professional licensure to support career development.

What type of flexibility does this job provide?

The position offers flexible work arrangements, which can include a hybrid work model.

What qualifications are required for the Project Controls Coordinator position?

Essential qualifications include familiarity with project controls, 3 or more years of project experience, excellent communication skills, motivation to learn, and proficiency in MS Office, particularly Excel and Access.

Will I need to travel for this position?

Yes, there is potential for travel to the client office for project coordination meetings.

Are there opportunities to interact with clients in this role?

Yes, the role involves interfacing directly with project management, client management, and site personnel.

What software skills are important for this position?

A strong working knowledge of MS Office, especially advanced skills in MS Excel and/or MS Access, is important for creating detailed spreadsheets and databases.

Is experience in the power industry preferred for this role?

While not required, related internship, co-op, or work experience in project controls and project planning within the power industry is valued.

Are professional designations required for this job?

Professional designations like AACE certifications or PMI equivalents are valued but not mandatory; equivalent training or proficiency testing may also suffice.

How does Sargent & Lundy approach company culture and employee satisfaction?

Sargent & Lundy is committed to a positive workplace culture, which has earned recognition, including the Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Award for compensation and benefits for several years.

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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.