Location: West Des Moines,IA, USA
At GFiber, we believe in the power of great internet that lets people do more, helps communities get stronger and makes amazing things possible. We're not just growing to build better internet experiences, we're also building a welcoming place where people who want to make a difference can grow their careers.
GFiber is an Alphabet company that brings Google Fiber and Google Fiber Webpass internet services to homes and businesses across the United States. Our growing, inclusive team is expanding as we connect more cities and people.
_The application window will be open until at least_ **_September 13, 2024_** _. This opportunity will remain online based on business needs which may be before or after the specified date._
**Role Description**
As a Project Controls Specialist, Scheduling, you play a critical role in partnering with the Project Controls Managers and Field Operations Organization team in helping to ensure our ambitious construction projects are delivered on time and on budget in a highly controlled and systematic way. In your role, you will meet with the teams on a continuous basis to discuss project times and use data you gather to revise forecasts on completion dates. In addition to using scheduling data, you will also analyze other project data to produce reports that help inform on best approaches and practices for the team.
**In this role, you'll:**
+ Support the implementation of schedules identifying process inefficiencies, risks, and solutions.
+ Aid cross-functional markets with detailed project scheduling and cost analysis as well as manage projects through analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
+ Partner with Project Controls Manager to ensure satisfaction of project milestones and requirements while monitoring project execution to achieve maximum effectiveness.
+ Develop monthly financial projections by analyzing build consumption and productivity data and coordinated/compiled inputs from team members and other reports.
**At a minimum we'd like you to have:**
+ Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
+ 3 years of experience in project controls, construction engineering, or a similar field.
+ Experience extracting and entering data using spreadsheet software for data quality, reconciliation, and process improvements.
+ Experience with scheduling and timelines to identify start to finish dates, floats, activity tracking, resource assignment and overall project scheduling.
+ Experience with scheduling software and best practices (e.g., Microsoft Project, Asana, Smartsheet).
**It's preferred if you have:**
+ Experience in project management, finance and accounting processes and terminology.
+ Experience with Primavera (P6) scheduling tool
+ Knowledge of Actual Cost of work performed.
+ Knowledge of earned value of expended cost on a project, knowledge of project delivery, project close out, project reporting.
+ Exposure to ISP networks and technical deployment.
+ Experience working with cross-functional teams.
The US base salary range for this full-time position is $84,000 - $92,000 + bonus + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.
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