Project Cost & Schedule Control Specialist

About the job Project Cost & Schedule Control Specialist

Hill International provides program, project, and construction management services for clients in a range of sectors undertaking major construction projects across the world. Our services include cost engineering and estimating, quality assurance, inspection, scheduling, risk management, and claims avoidance. For more information on Hill, please visit our website at www.hillintl.com.

Job Overview:

We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented individual to join our team as a Project Cost & Schedule Control Specialist. In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing project management information systems (PMIS) related to cost estimation, budget control, and schedule management for water and wastewater projects. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in project management, with expertise in utilizing PMIS tools to ensure the successful execution of projects within established timelines and budgets.

General Description of Role and Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain project cost estimates and budgets for water and wastewater projects, ensuring alignment with project objectives and financial constraints.
• Implement and manage project management information systems (PMIS) to track project progress, expenditures, and schedule adherence.
• Monitor project performance against established baselines, identifying and addressing any deviations or variances in cost or schedule.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and stakeholders to gather and analyze project data, providing insights and recommendations to optimize project performance.
• Generate regular reports and dashboards to communicate project status, cost forecasts, and schedule updates to project teams and management.
• Conduct periodic reviews of project documentation and contracts to ensure compliance with project requirements and contractual obligations.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and efficiencies within project cost and schedule management processes.
• Stay updated on industry best practices and emerging trends in project management, incorporating relevant advancements into project control strategies.

Qualifications, Experience, Knowledge and Skills:

• Minimum of 7+ years of work experience.
• Bachelor's degree in engineering.
• Strong knowledge of project management processes, including, but not limited to, Cost Controls, CSI, WBS Schedule Management, and Business Process Management.
• Well-versed in project scheduling control.
• Well versed with Oracle Projects Costing and Experienced in Primavera P6 EPPM and unifier.