Senior Project Controls Specialist

at Lumen in Springfield, Illinois, United States

Job Description

About Lumen

Lumen connects the world. We are igniting business growth by connecting people, data and applications – quickly, securely, and effortlessly. Together, we are building a culture and company from the people up – committed to teamwork, trust and transparency. People power progress.

Lumen’s commitment to workplace inclusion and employee support shines bright. We’ve made the Newsweek 2024 Greatest Workplaces for Diversity list and achieved a perfect score of 100 on the Human Rights Campaign Corporate Equality Index (CEI) for the fifth consecutive year. Plus, we’re the top employer in the communications and telecom industry, ranking 12th overall across all industries in The American Opportunity Index.

We’re looking for top-tier talent and offer the flexibility you need to thrive and deliver lasting impact. Join us as we digitally connect the world and shape the future.

The Role

As a Sr. Project Controls Specialist, you will be responsible for leading the project controls processes with the internal project management team to execute project deliverables within budget and schedule.

The Main Responsibilities

- Ensure project set-up in the Enterprise Project Management software.

- Analyze data, review logs, and run reports in the Enterprise Planning & Controls software or other tools.

- Create Work Breakdown Structure (WBS).

- Develop, implement, and maintain effective scheduling reports, cost reports, cash flows and forecasts for multiple projects.

- Follow project execution plans.

- Responsible for engineering, procurement and construction planning, scheduling, logistics and cost control.

- Serve as a point of contact for technical questions from the project team.

- Approve Purchase Orders and/or Subcontracts for proper coding.

- Input and document changes to cost reports or forecasts.

- Interface with the Project Management Team and Accounting Department to review project costs and contingency costs and support external audits.

- Review upstream (prime contract) and downstream (purchase order & subcontract) change orders.

- Develop and present a cash flow report.

- Develop various levels of schedules.

- Apply and review the entry of logic ties within the schedules.

- Monitor resource loading of a schedule.

- Support Interactive Project Planning Meetings (IPPM).

- Create various schedule reports and determine appropriate reporting format.

- Develop, review, and analyze pre-programmed project scheduling reports and back-up documentation for accuracy.

- Consult with the project team on schedule progress.

- Analyze and evaluate schedule management involving the critical path method of scheduling techniques, estimating, project cost management and forecasting.

- Perform schedule what-if scenarios.

- Develop and maintain an earned value management system.

- Input and validate progress measurement.

- Develop and maintain progress curves.

- Perform material takeoffs.

- Perform quality checks and inspections on project controls deliverables.

- Assist with Project Forensic Analysis.

What We Look For in a Candidate

- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, or a related field.

- 5+ years of direct project controls experience.

- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

- Ability to work in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.

- Proven ability to handle multiple projects while meeting deadlines and documenting progress towards those deadlines.

- Proficient with Microsoft Office suite.

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Compensation

The starting salary for this role differs based on the employee’s primary work location. Employees typically do not start at the top of the range, though compensation depends on each individual’s qualifications.

Location Based Pay Ranges

$63,980 – $85,300 in these states: AR ID KY LA ME MS NE SC SD

$67,340 – $89,780 in these states: AL AZ FL GA IA IN KS MO MT ND NM OH OK PA TN UT VT WI WV WY

$70,710 – $94,270 in these states: CO HI MI MN NC NH NV OR RI

$74,070 – $98,760 in these states: AK CA CT DC DE IL MA MD NJ NY TX VA WA

As with the pay range variety that’s based on the region of a country, specific offers are determined by various factors such as experience, education, skills, certifications and other business needs.

What to Expect Next

Based on your job application information you may be given the opportunity to complete a video interview immediately after applying. This will include a set of questions for you to record a response to in addition to Game Challenges. Completion of this video interview is a requirement in order to be considered for our open position. Now not a good time? No worries, we will also send you an email with a link to complete the video interview. We strongly recommend that you complete this within 5 days of your application date.

Requisition #: 334355

Background Screening

If you are selected for a position, there will be a background screen, which may include checks for criminal records and/or motor vehicle reports and/or drug screening, depending on the position requirements. For more information on these checks, please refer to the Post Offer section of our FAQ page (https://jobs.lumen.com/global/en/faq) . Job-related concerns identified during the background screening may disqualify you from the new position or your current role. Background results will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Equal Employment Opportunities

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all persons regardless of race, color, ancestry, citizenship, national origin, religion, veteran status, disability, genetic characteristic or information, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, family status, pregnancy, or other legally protected status (collectively, “protected statuses”). We do not tolerate unlawful discrimination in any employment decisions, including recruiting, hiring, compensation, promotion, benefits, discipline, termination, job assignments or training.

Disclaimer

The job responsibilities described above indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not intended to include a comprehensive inventory of all duties and responsibilities for this job. Job duties and responsibilities are subject to change based on evolving business needs and conditions.

Salary Range

Salary Min :

63980

Salary Max :

98760

This information reflects the anticipated base salary range for this position based on current national data. Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. Individual pay is based on skills, experience and other relevant factors.

This position is eligible for either short-term incentives or sales compensation. Director and VP positions also are eligible for long-term incentive. To learn more about our bonus structure, you can view additional information here. (https://jobs.lumen.com/global/en/compensation-information) We’re able to answer any additional questions you may have as you move through the selection process.

As part of our comprehensive benefits package, Lumen offers a broad range of Health, Life, Voluntary Lifestyle and other benefits and perks that enhance your physical, mental, emotional and financial wellbeing. You can learn more by clicking here. (https://centurylinkbenefits.com)

Please be advised that Lumen does not require any form of payment from job applicants during the recruitment process. All legitimate job openings will be