• Assistant Project Controls Specialist

    Actalent (Duluth, MN)


    **There is NO remote/hybrid opportunity for this role. Looking for local candidates either in Bloomington MN or Duluth MN. Travel 20% - travel to local Twin Cities MN. This position is eligible for flex 9/80 schedule. If the selected candidate wants/interested in working the flex 9/80, they must work the traditional work schedule first. It will be up to managers approval and discretion which if they will work Schedule A or Schedule B.

     

    The Assistant Project Controls Specialist will support all aspects of project controls and reporting, including, project change management, cost control, progress measurement, schedule development and schedule control.

     

    * Assist project set-up in the Enterprise Planning & Controls software.

    * Input data, maintain logs, and run reports in the Enterprise Planning & Controls software or other tools.

    * Assist with creating Work Breakdown Structure (WBS).

    * Assist with developing, implementing, and maintaining scheduling reports, cost reports, cash flows and forecasts on small projects.

    * Responsible for following project execution plans.

    * Assist with reviewing and approving Purchase Orders and/or Subcontracts for proper coding.

    * Input and document changes to cost reports or forecasts.

    * Assist with upstream (prime contract) and downstream (purchase order & subcontract) change orders.

    * Assist with the development of a cash flow.

    * Assist in the development of various levels of schedules.

    * Assist in applying logic ties within the schedule.

    * Assist with resource loading of a schedule.

    * Assist with coordinating project schedules and the development of scheduling reports.

    * Assist with retrieving, reviewing and distributing pre-programmed scheduling reports along with back-up documentation.

    * Assist with updating and documenting schedule progress.

    * Assist with developing and maintaining an earned value management system.

    * Assist with verifying progress measurements.

    * Assist with developing and maintaining progress curves.

    * Assist with material takeoffs.

    * Assist quality checks and inspections on project controls deliverables.

    * Assist with field audits to validate accuracy of reporting and processes.

    * Performs other duties as assigned.

    * Complies with all policies and standards.

     

    Skills

     

    Primavera P6, project controls, Cost control

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $31.00 - $36.00/hr.

     

    Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

     

    • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully onsite position in Duluth,MN.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Jun 4, 2025.

    About Actalent

    Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

     

    If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.