Project Controls Specialist

Job Description

Job Overview: The Project Controls Specialist will be responsible for independently applying Cost Control procedures, best practices and analysis to any size or type of project. Essential Qualifications and Education: Degree in Engineering With 8-12 Years experience in a planning & Scheduling role in Oil & Gas or in related / comparable industries Advanced Technical Education (B.Sc./M.Sc. or equivalent) Good Communication skills, team player Proficient in Primavera P6 Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Access, PowerPoint & workable to deal with resistance, Meet deadlines and is able to handle changing needs and requirements. Demonstrate an understanding of cost controls procedures and best practices. Actively develop more FEED and EPC knowledge. Experience in working with and in financial data bases like SAP or JDE #LI-PM1 Key Tasks and Responsibilities: Applies sound knowledge of Project Controls principles in general Can handle Cost Control aspects of FEED and large EPC projects independently Leads and guides less experience Cost Control personnel Can function as Project Controls Manager on small to medium projects Manages his team to contribute to a safe working environment Set-up Cost control system on a project, based on Mcdermott international requirements and project (contract) requirements Transfer Cost Estimate to the project cost control budget Prepare month cost reports and support overall project status reports, based on the project reporting calendar Prepare cost forecast for each project discipline based on actual data, trends and other relevant project performance information Cost analyses and cost probability Provides Control budgets for Equipment and Material purchase orders and installation subcontracts Provides Control budgets for Engineering and Management and support disciplines Supports invoice and Cashflow management Support project change order preparation Maintain balance between other project controls systems (Cost/Schedule) from inception of original estimate through project completion. Lead the project cost team Participate with Closeout Report data collection