Project Controls Specialist II

Responsibilities

• Generate periodic project controls analytics through data verification and validation to support key metrics.
• Perform change control by tracking, trending, and initiating actions for changes to project scope, schedule, and cost.
• Lead benchmarking and self-assessment initiatives to identify improvement opportunities and adopt industry best practices.
• Support Project Managers in developing Work Breakdown Structures (WBS), project schedules, and cost estimates.
• Perform variance, earned value, and critical path analyses to report on project status.
• Create and maintain project estimates, ensuring all raw materials, labor rates, and equipment are accurately captured.
• Maintain effective relationships with internal customers and cross-functional teams to resolve quality issues.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Finance, Project Management, or a related field with 2 years of related work experience.
• High School Diploma with 5 years of related work experience in lieu of a degree.
• Proficiency in project management concepts and project controls principles.
• Working knowledge of scheduling software, financial tools, and spreadsheets.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively within a team environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with software such as MS Project, MS Office Suite, Primavera, Business Objects, Passport, Powerplant, Emax, or Peoplesoft.
• Experience using risk management tools and performing Monte Carlo analysis.

About the Company

Duke Energy is a leading energy company dedicated to making a difference in the lives of millions of people every day. We provide a friendly work environment with opportunities for growth, development, and competitive benefits.