We are seeking a highly skilled and analytical Program Controls Specialist II to join our Project Management Centre (PMC) in India at Sparta Systems. In this crucial role, you will be responsible for providing comprehensive support for scheduling and cost control, including project tracking, analysis, forecasting, and reporting. You will ensure consistent application of Project Controls policies and procedures, contributing significantly to project success and operational efficiency.

Roles and Responsibilities:

Implement standard Project Controls tool sets and work processes on all assigned projects within INDIA Operations.
Implement project scheduling standards, templates, and model plans for the INDIA PMC.
Set up project schedules, track progress, report deviations, and propose recovery plans.
Set up project controls tools for cost control and monitor project Earned Value and productivity.
Assist in Project timesheet coordination and management.
Support the INDIA Project Controls Manager & Project Managers in managing project review, control, and reporting processes.
Support the INDIA Project Control Manager in planning, scheduling, and cost control, including monthly review and audit on Projects, setting up of Workbook, DCI, and uploading to Project Review & Forecast Integrated System (PRoFIT).
Perform monthly review, project gating reviews, and audits on projects.
Assist the INDIA Project Control Manager and Project Manager in coordinating internal project reviews and preparing monthly project reports.
Assist the Project Manager (PM) in tracking and monitoring project variations with respect to cost & schedule and change management.
Attend regular internal project meetings and customer meetings.
Ensure Project Control policies and procedures are consistently applied on all projects.
Work with Program Managers, Contract Managers, and Operation Managers to implement work processes, data structures, and technology for Project Controls.

Skills Requirement:

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Project, and Primavera Scheduling.
Strong understanding of cost risk analysis and the concept of Change Management.
Familiarity with MS Office applications, SAP Applications or equivalent business systems (e.g., PS Module, FICO Module, various SAP T-Codes).
Expertise in analysis tools, Earned Value (progress & productivity measurement).
Strong knowledge of Project Controls Analysis (data, indices, variances, trends, projects), Planning, and Integrated scheduling (concepts and work processes).
Familiarity with Global Project Management, Global Project Controls, and Global Project Engineering methodologies and tools.
Experience in setting up and maintaining/updating Project schedules using Primavera P6, including Critical Path analysis and look-ahead plans.
Experience in project financing skills, including control & monitoring of budget against actuals, cost analysis, Risk & Opportunity tracking, and unbilled analysis.
Experience in identifying Estimate At Completion (EAC) risks/opportunities and presenting them to reviewers.
Extensive experience in areas of Risk Management.
Good English oratory and written communication skills.
Strong presentation and analytical skills.
Leadership and team management skills.
Ability to multi-task, work under pressure, provide opinions, make informed decisions on complex issues, and be a good team player.
Familiarity with Good Documentation Control systems and filing systems is an added advantage.

QUALIFICATION:

Tertiary qualification in Engineering, Technology, or Finance.
Project Management Institute Certified Professionals will be preferred.

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