Project Controls Engineer/Specialist

Description:

• Parsons is managing an Independent Validation and Verification (IV&V) program for an agency within the Department of Defense to review third party A/E work, conduct self-performed studies and analysis, testing and measuring, and perform specialized engineering services, planning and design reviews, commissioning services and construction oversight on worldwide delivery orders.

Position Overview:

• Independently performs a wide variety of conventional and moderately-complex architectural assignments by applying architectural design standards, practices, and techniques.  The incumbent at this level regularly exercises discretion and independent judgment in developing original designs, is proficient in the utilization of standard architectural techniques, and is thoroughly familiar with company procedures. 

Specific Responsibilities:

• Develops, implements and maintains cost control, and/or provides centralized planning and scheduling function on smaller projects worth less than $10 million total installed cost, or assists a more senior Project Control Engineer/Specialist with assigned segments of larger projects.  At this level, the Project Control Engineer/Specialist has sufficient training, technical expertise and familiarity with company policies and procedures to work mostly independently on assigned projects.  Some rotational experience may be through the Estimating, Cost Engineering, and Planning/Scheduling cost centers.

Cost Engineering:

• Develops and maintains the cost control portion of the Parsons Integrated Control System (PICS) to provide project management, as well as the department and Company management, with the necessary tools for project cost control.
• May participate in the development of the work breakdown structure, interfacing with Procurement, Engineering, and Finance Departments.
• Prepares and processes input to the cost control system for all cost reports.
• Prepares graphs, diagrams, and other exhibits to illustrate cost status and forecast requirements for Project Management and client.
• Performs analytical review and arithmetic checks of cost reporting documentation.

Planning and Scheduling:

• Implements and maintains the Planning/Scheduling portion of PICS.  Understands and applies engineering, procurement, and construction terminology, concepts, and relationships.  Develops and maintains critical path logic networks and bar charts utilizing this information.
• Analyzes, evaluates, and forecasts current status against an established baseline schedule.  Assesses the impact(s) of design or construction changes and schedule slippages.  Reports schedule status to all levels of project and Company management as well as to the Client.
• Provides computer input and performs analytical review of reports generated.
• Accumulates and accesses historical data, such as performance experience, for use in maintaining a realistic basis for future planning and forecasting.
• May provide guidance, direction, and specialized assistance to others in the resolution of project control problems.
• Performs other responsibilities associated with this position as may be appropriate.

Preferred Education/Experience:

• 4-year degree in Engineering or Business and 5 years of related work experience.

Skills/Competencies:

• Familiarity with PC software packages typically associated with financial/project management is also required (e.g., scheduling software).
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing.