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Your Opportunity

Stantec is seeking a Project Controls Specialist within our Transportation group with a background in scheduling of large infrastructure programs, preferably in mass transit systems. 

Your Key Responsibilities
Meet contractual scheduling/ project controls requirements. 
Develop, maintain and/or analyze Critical Path Method (CPM) schedules (e.g., Baseline Schedules, Periodic Schedule Updates, Time Impacts, Recovery Schedules, and What-if Scenario Schedules.) 
Serve as the owner of the project schedule and coordinate all inputs, reviews and updates required for a functional schedule.
Participate as member of a project team and communicate schedule-related issues and opportunities but also be able to work independently and with minimal direction.
Prepare the project schedule in Primavera P6 including:
The sequence and duration of all activities relating to the completion of the project including engineering, procurement and construction;
Logic and floats for all activities, denoting key milestones; and
Resource loading.
Ensure that the project schedule is updated regularly with progress achieved and make changes to the sequence and duration of activities where appropriate.
Review vendor, sub-consultant and contractor schedule submittals and incorporate into project schedule.
Identify the project critical path and communicate same to the project team and stakeholders.
Identify divergences from the project plan as established in the baseline schedule to the project team.
Identify throughout the course of the project activities which are behind progress, any foreseen delays to future activities and the likely effect on the schedule of any actual or foreseen delay.
Identify strategies for catching up lost time or avoiding potential delays and opportunities to accelerate the completion of the work.
Preparation of reports and updates.
Attend project meetings. Prepare minutes for schedule related meetings. Your Capabilities and Credentials
Level of proficiency and knowledge of Primavera P6 scheduling software is desired.
Experience with large capital projects preferred, with experience in infrastructure / mass transit systems considered to be an asset.
Technical knowledge of scheduling practices is desired.
Knowledgeable in engineering design and construction practices.
Ability to validate scheduling status with project team members and related stakeholders. 
Demonstrated ability to plan, organize, direct, perform, review, and present status updates of scheduling projects.
Ability to solve problems using sound professional judgment, creativity, and innovation.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Positive attitude with strong relationship building skills.
Claims review analysis and recommendations. 
Willingness to learn new software tools.
Ability to Multitask.
Independent worker. 

Education and Experience
An associate's degree or technical school diploma/certificate in a related program with little to no experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
1+ years of experience in a scheduling role is desired.

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other’s talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.

Additional Information Salary Range(s): Pay transparency laws require employers to provide the following information for positions that may be in the following jurisdiction(s): Location Description: Min/Max Pay Range for postings located in CA (SF Area includes SF, SJS & WLC) Min Pay Range: CA Other Areas $27 Per Hour Max Pay Range: CA Other Areas $37 Per Hour Note: The final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible.