5+ years of project controls experience in construction, especially with data centers or mission-critical facilities
Proficient in Primavera (P6) and critical path method (CPM) scheduling
Bachelor's degree in construction management or engineering preferred; minimum high school diploma required
Familiarity with commercial or government contracting methods and practices
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks under tight deadlines
Responsibilities
Perform project controls tasks for a large, multi-building construction project
Develop and update project schedules in collaboration with team and subcontractors
Monitor construction activities to generate periodic schedule reports
Prepare and submit timely updates and scheduled reports per project specifications
Document any schedule adjustments and coordinate revisions with the project team
Support the invoicing process with accurate schedule reports and tracking changes
Utilize time impact analyses to demonstrate schedule delays and impacts
Benefits
Paid vacations and company holidays
Joint funding of medical, dental, and vision insurance
Life and disability insurance plans for full-time employees
401k retirement plan
Gym membership reimbursement
Access to company condominiums
Full Job Description
Job Title - Project Controls Engineer/Scheduler - Data Center/Mission Critical
Location - Columbus, OH
What You Will Do
The Project Controls Engineer (PCE) is a member of the project team comprised of Project Managers, Project Engineers, Superintendents, Quality and Safety personnel. The PCE is responsible for performing all project controls tasks required for the construction of a large, multi-building compound. Project controls responsibilities include project schedule development, updating analysis, reporting and change management.
Review the plans and specifications to become knowledgeable of project scope.
Review contract language to become knowledgeable of project controls-related requirements.
Develop the project schedule in coordination with project team and subcontractors; collect data for schedule activities, logic, activity durations, costs and labor resource requirements.
Monitor and record performance of on-site construction activities to produce periodic schedule reports. Engage with the project team to ensure accuracy of recorded progress.
Monitor and record performance of engineering, preconstruction and procurement activities to produce periodic schedule reports. Access internal reports, project management software, and engage with the project team to ensure accuracy of recorded progress.
Prepare updates and scheduled reports in accordance with the specifications. Ensure reports are submitted in a timely manner.
Review the schedule and identify any adjustments in scope, activities, duration, and/or logic necessary to reflect the current and planned performance of work. Discuss potential schedule revisions with the project team. Document proposed revisions for submission to the Client.
Prepare monthly schedule reports to support invoicing. Ensure reports are prepared in a timely manner. Engage with project team to support the invoicing process.
Track all potential changes impacting the project identified by the project team or issued by the Client. Coordinate with the project team to document and preserve all correspondence and records related to potential changes.
Produce schedule "fragnets" and time impact analyses (TIA) for the purposes of demonstrating schedule delays.
Perform additional project controls related tasks/assignments as needed to support the project.
Working Conditions - Full time, on project site. Must have the ability to crawl, climb, walk, reach with hands and arms, bend, kneel, crouch, stand for longs periods of time, lift and hold in excess of 50lbs, talk, hear and occasionally sit. Must have the ability to withstand confined spaces and or/extreme heights while negotiating tasks at hand in a safe manner to themselves and/or others. Subject to hot, cold, humid and wet conditions depending on location.
Reporting Structure - Director of Project Controls
What We Expect
Accountability is part of The Caddell Way and our employees share in a strong work ethic and positive team environment. There is a true sense of purpose and teamwork.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities - General knowledge of commercial and/or Government construction contracting methods and practices. Demonstrated ability using Primavera (P6) software and understanding of critical path method (CPM). Ability to communicate professionally with Client representatives, project team members, and multinational employees. Attention to detail and organizational skills are critical.
While the salary range is typically between $80,000- $130,000 annually, applicants are encouraged to share compensation expectations as part of the application process. Caddell honors prior experience, education, and qualifications of applicants in order to make attractive and competitive offers.
Education / Experience - Minimum high school diploma/GED. Bachelor's degree in construction management or engineering preferred. Project controls experience on at least two previous projects of comparable scope and of a value no less than half of the proposed assignment. Prior Data Center/Mission Critical experience is required.
