Senior Project Specialist - Kansas City

Description

The Senior Project Specialist is responsible for interfacing with internal and external project leadership to ensure the successful execution of overall projects and associated milestones throughout the project lifecycle. This position is responsible for leading complex efforts for engineering-related projects regarding client communications, financial health and project schedule. This position leads and collaborates with internal project management to provide solutions in executing project needs within the budget and schedule.

• Manage the development and implementation of project reporting models and data for engineering projects.
• Analyze project financial reporting for engineering-only projects and present data to the project management team.
• Develop, implement, and maintain internal and external cost management reporting data.
• Responsible for developing project schedules, cost reports, and project forecasting for multiple projects within accounting guidelines.
• Responsible for delivering effective and accurate communication to the client representatives, vendors, suppliers and subcontractors on project development and execution.
• Provide the client with updates for project execution plans and communication documents on the project's status.
• Manage internal system accuracy for engineering scheduling, logistics, and cost control within the project's scope.
• Report by effectively communicating project status with the Project Management Team on progress, cost and schedule metrics.
• Lead internal project risk management process adherence.
• Report project cost information to the Project Management team and Accounting department for budget status and accuracy.
• Provide leadership and training to team members on the function and format of project financial reporting.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards.
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in business, accounting, or related degree, and 8 years of related experience OR an Associate's Degree and 10 years of related experience OR a High School Diploma/GED and 12 years of related experience is required.
• Ability to work independently, think creatively and analytically, and make quick and sound decisions.
• Excellent presentation skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently, demonstrating accuracy, reliability, organization and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to handle multiple tasks.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate with all levels within an organization.
• Expert research, analytical, and problem-solving skills, with a high level of accuracy.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint is required.
  
  

This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.

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Job Administrative/Office Support

Primary Location US-MO-Kansas City

Schedule: Full-time

Travel: No

Req ID: 260940

Job Hire Type Experienced #A&F N/A