Principal Project Controls Specialist

Requisition Number: 33323 Company: Westinghouse Electric Co Location: Are you interested in being part of an innovative team that supports Westinghouse's mission to provide clean energy solutions? At Westinghouse, we recognize that our employees are our most valuable asset and we seek to identify, attract and recruit the most qualified talent while recognizing and encouraging the value of diversity in the global workplace. About the role: As a Principal Project Controls Specialist, you will be responsible for project control scheduling activities. These activities will involve low to high complexity projects, a portfolio of low complexity projects, or a subset of high complexity projects or programs scope. You will report to the Manager of Projects and be located at Shoreview, MN. This position can be 100% remote. We would prefer a candidate local to the greater Minnesota area. Key Responsibilities: Utilize project scheduling databases, manufacturing work management systems and the ERP system to develop and maintain project schedules. Lead schedule review meetings with project teams consisting of Project Managers, Engineering and Manufacturing. Establish schedule baselines and track schedule adherence performance. Be the project controls subject matter expert focusing on project scheduling. Must have advanced skills in communication, cross-cultural awareness and leadership. Apply tools and techniques to plan work such that you reduce inefficiencies, and you improve overall project scheduling performance. Promote teamwork which includes maintenance and sharing of project schedules and to ensure team, customer, and all stakeholders are kept informed of project scheduling status, Identify and communicate opportunities for improvement, lessons learned for future work. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in project management, Engineering, Business, Accounting, Construction Management or related technical discipline 6+ years of experience in the position functional/technical area Primavera scheduling experience required. We are committed to transparency and equity in all of our people practices. The base salary range for this position, which is dependent upon experience, qualifications and skills, is estimated to be $103,200 to $129,000 per year. #LI-Remote Why Westinghouse? Our benefits package is tailored to meet the diverse needs of our employees, while also promoting wellness and career growth. The following are representative of what we offer: Comprehensive Medical benefits which could include medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contributions options Wellness Programs designed to support employees in maintaining their health and well-being including Employee Assistance Program providing support for our employees and their household members 401(k) with Company Match Contributions to support employees' retirement Paid Vacations and Company Holidays Opportunities for Flexible Work Arrangements to promote work-life balance Educational Reimbursement and Comprehensive Career Programs to help employees grow in their careers Global Recognition and Service Programs to celebrate employee accomplishments and service Employee Referral Program Westinghouse Electric Company is the global nuclear energy industry's first choice for safe, clean, and efficient energy solutions. We enable our delivery of this vision by living our value system: Safety and Quality Integrity and Trust Customer Focus and Innovation Speed and Passion to Win Teamwork and Accountability While our Global Headquarters are located in Cranberry Township, PA, we have over 11,000 employees working at locations in 19 different countries. You can learn more by visiting http://www.westinghousenuclear.com . Westinghouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities Get connected with Westinghouse on social media: Twitter | Facebook | LinkedIn | YouTube Employment opportunities may require access to information which is subject to the export control regulations of the United States. Hiring decisions for such positions are required by law to be made in compliance with these regulations. Applicants for employment opportunities in other countries must be able to meet the comparable export control requirements of that country and of the United States. Nearest Major Market: Minneapolis Job Segment: Nuclear Engineering, Environmental Engineering, ERP, Nuclear, Project Manager, Engineering, Energy, Technology