Bachelor's Degree in Construction, Engineering, Architecture, GIS or related field.
Ability to understand construction logic and sequencing
Proficient skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and other Microsoft office suite programs
Multi-tasking, ability to prioritize, organize and schedule work
Experience or exposure in the construction industry strongly
Experience producing and managing a resource/cost loaded schedule for the life cycle of a project from concept to engineering/design, to production and acceptance
Experience with Primavera P6, MS Project or other scheduling software
Experience in Enterprise Management Software and Resource Management Software, including SAP and MRS
Have an understanding of policies, methods and procedures that include advanced planning and scheduling techniques. Earned value management, risk analysis, risk management and support of project objectives
Professional certification in AACE, CMAA or PMI a plus
WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Limited travel to the various project or office locations within Pittsburgh and surrounding areas may be expected in this role.
The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Essential Utilities is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you have a condition that may prevent you from applying for a job online or need to request an accommodation during the interview process,
Additional Information
Essential Utilities, Inc. delivers safe, clean, reliable services that improve quality of life for individuals, families, and entire communities.
Operating as the Aqua (water and wastewater services) and the Peoples and Delta (natural gas) brands, Essential serves approximately 5.5 million people across 10 states. We are committed to sustainable growth, operational excellence, a superior customer experience, and premier employer status - including a competitive and comprehensive benefits package as well as a commitment to career growth opportunities.
We are advocates for the communities we serve and are dedicated stewards of natural lands, protecting more than 7,600 acres of forests and other habitats throughout our footprint.
Our company is one of the most significant publicly traded water, wastewater service and natural gas providers in the U.S.
Assists in the development and maintenance of master construction project schedules for use in the execution of pipeline construction projects. Monitors project progress providing feedback regarding schedule changes related to logistical constraints.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
Assist with developing and maintaining schedules and integrated master schedules.
Integrate multiple project plans to a summary program portfolio plan.
Identify resource and schedule conflicts and constraints among multiple projects and inform stakeholders.
Monitor project progress for assigned projects and provide weekly status updates and reports
Identify schedule variances and opportunities and proactively develop mitigation strategies with the support of the Project Management team, track changes that affect the schedule
Prepare presentation packages including scheduling and analysis graphics.
Under direction of the PM, assist with project specific tasks, reporting, meetings, and data entry
Ability to support multiple projects and tasks at once
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential function(s).
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Strong team player with exceptional communication and organizational skills
Problem solving skills
Ability to interface with diverse personalities
Ability to interact professionally with Project Managers; team leaders; subcontractors, financial and closeout team members
Fosters a spirit of enthusiasm, client focus, team building, and continuous improvement with the group
Operates with a sense of urgency in completing assigned tasks
Time management skills, ability to prioritize and execute a varying workload