Project Control Specialist

Paradigm Technology is seeking a Project Control Specialist / Lead Project Scheduler for our client (Public Utility). This position is a yearlong contract with probability of extension. It is a hybrid position in Chattanooga, TN.

Performs developmental assignments of increasing responsibility in work planning and project control including status, variances, progress, indicator tracking, and control changes for projects or programs.

Assists in the annual and project life cycle planning process for trend analysis, cost/schedule forecasts, cash flows, budget adjustments, and project prioritization.

Supports preparation of summary and detail-level reports and trend analyses as required to keep organization program/project engineers and managers aware of the impact of forecasted or actual changes to their budgets, spend plans, and schedules.

Assists project teams by participating actively in logic sequence evolution, preparing schedules, estimates, economic evaluations, project cost/benefit analysis, and project approval packages. Supports processes including project change requests, lessons learned, work authorization, work management, and process improvement.

Reviews contract costs and reports variances.

Supports development of risk analysis reports and recommendations.

Assists in field support activities during outages and construction for engineering, construction, plant, and partners.

May support the development/updating of scheduling or other management information system tools including developing methods and establishing links to other data sources.

Supports the process of tracking the physical progress of a project to ensure work is progressing as planned.

Assists in selected project walk-downs to verify that progress reported is accurate and costs are charged to the proper work activities.

Assists in the preparation of project closure documents.

Work assignments are made in accordance with the project control progression plan, which will document increased project control knowledge and experience.

• Advanced level of proficiency in using software applications such as Excel, Word, and Power Point
• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited university with at least 3 years professional experience.
• Must be able to complete and pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check.

At Paradigm, integrity drives innovation. You'll collaborate with curious, dedicated teammates, solving complex problems and unlocking immense data value for leading organizations. If you seek a place where your voice is heard, growth is supported, and your work creates lasting business value, you belong at Paradigm.

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Paradigm maintains a strict drug-free workplace policy. All offers of employment are contingent upon successfully passing a standard 5-panel drug screen. Please note that a positive test result for any prohibited substance, including marijuana, will result in disqualification from employment, regardless of state laws permitting its use. This policy applies consistently across all positions and locations.