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Job Description
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Junior Project Controls Specialist to join our team. The ideal candidate will assist in monitoring project performance, analyzing data, and providing support to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget. This role involves working closely with project managers and other team members to track progress, identify risks, and implement corrective actions.
Responsibilities:
- Assist in creating and maintaining project schedules, budgets, and forecasts.
- Monitor project progress and performance metrics.
- Collect and analyze project data to identify trends and potential issues.
- Support project managers in developing reports and presentations for stakeholders.
- Collaborate with team members to ensure accurate and timely reporting.
- Assist in identifying risks and developing mitigation strategies.
- Provide administrative support for project documentation and filing.
- Participate in project meetings and contribute to discussions on project status and challenges.
- Utilize extensive knowledge in contract management to ensure compliance with project requirements and contractual obligations.
- Manage contracts and vendor relationships effectively to support project objectives and minimize risks
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, or finance.
- Must have at least 2 years of experience in project controls field.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel, Power BI and PowerPoint.
- Familiarity with project management software (e.g., Primavera, Microsoft Project).
- The candidate must possess foundational knowledge in reviewing and comprehending contracts, including the ability to assess contract language, ensure compliance, identify risks, and communicate effectively with stakeholders regarding contractual obligations.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and prioritize tasks.
- Eagerness to learn and grow in the field of project controls.
- Previous internship or work experience in project management or related field is a plus.
- Attention to detail and accuracy in data analysis and reporting.
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About AECOM
AECOM is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $14.4 billion in fiscal year 2023. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM.
Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity
You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you’re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.
You will help us foster a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion – a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.
AECOM provides a wide array of compensation and benefits programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We also provide a robust global well-being program. We’re the world’s trusted global infrastructure firm, and we’re in this together – your growth and success are ours too.
Join us, and you’ll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm – access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
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