Primoris Services Corporation Hiring for Project Control Specialist – Q3 Contracting – Des Moines, IA Job at Des Moines, IA Full Time

Q3 Contracting, a division of Primoris Services Corporation, is a publicly owned and operated construction contracting company that provides both specific and turnkey services for its customers in the gas, oil, electric and telecommunications industry. We are headquartered in Minnesota, with branch offices in Colorado, Wisconsin, Iowa, Nebraska, North Dakota, and South Dakota.

It’s an exciting time to join Q3 Contracting! We are growing and need to add talent. Q3 Contracting’s goal is to exceed customer expectation with superior service, workmanship and innovative problem solving. If you fit our culture and are looking for a new position, with opportunities to advance and grow with a reputable, stable company, look no further!

We have an opening for a Project Controls Specialist in our Des Moines, Iowa office. The Project Controls Specialist will be responsible for ensuring the assigned project(s) deliverables are being executed within budget and on schedule; including, timely and accurate input of data, thorough and accurate review/analysis of defined cost and schedule elements, and timely and accurate document reporting.

Primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Assist in development, progressing and monitoring of the project(s) schedule for the planning, procurement, construction and closeout phases.
• Coordinate, calculate, develop, input or update project budget information, changes, expenditure information, commitments and forecasts into the cost reporting system(s), and schedules
• Update, monitor and Consult project(s) costs and progress; including coding and/or reviewing the coding of timesheets and invoices for accuracy, as well as, ensuring adequate weekly tracking of quantities and production.
• Analyze cost and productivity reports, present findings, and communicate recommendations to the project team.
• Assist in project setup, coding, take-offs and establish project baseline.
• Develop, implement, and maintain external and internal cost reports, forecasts and summary level progress.
• Provide cost, schedule and key performance indicator input to the weekly and monthly progress reports.
• Printing and distribution of technical and administrative reports.
• Assembly of monthly report packages
• Other project controls duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• One to three years of professional experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, accounting, or related field from accredited program. Experience may be considered in lieu of degree.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written & verbal communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Able to identify potential problems and elevate these to the appropriate levels(s) of management
• Familiarization with Project Controls procedures
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Applications: MS Word, MS Excel, MS Access, etc.
• Previous internship and/or related consulting experience preferred.
• Team work
• Decision making / problem solving
• Thorough and effective communication
• Openness to change
• Problem solver
• Self-motivated
• Ability to work independently on assigned tasks with minimum guidance
• Ability to develop and maintain relationships
• Available for occasional after-hours and/or weekend duties as work volumes dictate. Travel to the Corporate Office or off-site locations for meetings and training as requested.

Compensation: $58,000 – $70,000 depending on experience

Q3 Contracting provides competitive market pay, with a comprehensive benefit package that includes:

• Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
• 401(k) with Generous Company Match
• Company-paid Disability Insurance
• Company-paid Life Insurance
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Vacation & Sick Time

Q3 Contracting is a drug-free environment and all candidates are subject to drug testing.

Qualified veterans, minorities and women are encouraged to apply.

EEO Statement:

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Third Party Agency Notice:

Primoris will not accept any unsolicited resumes from any third-party recruiting agencies either domestic or international. Primoris nor its subsidiaries will be responsible for any fees from the use of any unsolicited resumes either through our ATS or via electronic mail systems from any agency representative or agency consultant unless your firm is an approved vendor partner with a current executed agreement.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $65,000.00 – $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Des Moines, IA 50314: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

• Bachelor’s (Required)

Experience:

• Analysis skills: 2 years (Required)
• Microsoft Office: 1 year (Preferred)
• Construction management: 2 years (Required)
• Accounting: 2 years (Required)

Work Location: One location