Job Description

Job ID: 19722

Benefits Offering

RailWorks is committed to helping our employees live better lives. We offer comprehensive benefits packages to eligible employees, including competitive pay, medical, dental and vision coverage, 401(k) with company match, and additional performance incentives.

Compensation

$115000 - $155000 / year

The Project Controls Engineer works with project teams to implement company standard project controls processes and procedures, including but not limited to scheduling, billing, earned value, forecasting, critical path analysis, changes, subcontracts, document control, procurement, and progress reporting. This may include training project team members on understanding principles of project controls as well as use of tools. Constant evaluation of levels of proficiencies in areas of project controls will also be required.

Primary/Essential Responsibilities and Duties

• Evaluates project cost and schedule status. May require assisting project with process
• Evaluates project change order status. May require assisting project with process
• Evaluates project subcontract management process. May require assisting project with process
• Evaluates project-based document control process. May require assisting project with process
• Evaluates and monitors project procurement process. May require assisting project with process
• Evaluates physical progress monitoring and labor claiming scheme as compared to plan. May require assisting project with process
• Assists in initial project set up, short term planning and overall project scheduling duties
• Monitors status of critical activities and project milestones and identify problem areas, proposes solutions
• Reviews contracts, plans, and specifications.
• Completes quantity takeoffs
• Assists with bidding projects
• Runs Project Reports and maintains project trends

Required Skills and Qualifications

• 5 to 10 years in heavy civil construction, preferably in the rail transportation industry
• Thorough knowledge of construction industry and project management practices which includes understanding contracts, planning & scheduling, cost control, earned value and change management
• Working knowledge of accounting systems, experience with JD Edwards a plus
• Working knowledge of Primavera P6 a plus
• Working knowledge of InEight Estimate software a plus
• Knowledge of document controls systems like Procore a plus
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Highly self-motivated
• Strong attention to detail
• Proven analytical and creative problem-solving abilities
• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment
• Strong customer service orientation
• Strong organization and interpersonal skills

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Willingness to travel in the U.S. and Canada
• Overtime may be required to meet project deadlines
• Works in an office and job site environments
• Frequently sits for long periods of time
• Frequently speaks, reads, writes, and uses a computer keyboard
• May require occasional standing, walking, lifting, stooping, or bending

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This job description is not intended to represent a complete, comprehensive list of all duties and responsibilities that may be required in this position.  There may be unplanned activities and other duties as assigned. 

US: RailWorks is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment with Railworks without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law.

PNR: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment with PNR RailWorks without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or any other characteristics protected by law.

RailWorks is North America’s leading track and transit system experts for over 100 years and with 45 offices across the U.S. and Canada. We take on challenging projects every day and our success rely on a collaborative and open-minded work environment that encourages teamwork, positivity, and ingenuity. We are committed to creating a culture of trust, respect, and acceptance. RailWorks also offers opportunities to grow your career, develop your skills and pursue success.

RailWorks is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment with RailWorks without regard to an individual’s sex, race, religion, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, veteran status or other legally protected characteristics.