Senior Project Controls Specialist

New York, New York
Arup
Arup is an independent firm of designers, planners, engineers, architects, consultants, and technical specialists, working across every aspect of the built environment. Together we help our clients solve their most complex challenges – turning exciting ideas into tangible reality as we strive to find a better way and shape a better world. At Arup, we set our own direction independently as a trust-owned firm with no individual shareholders or external investors. We choose work that aligns with our values, working with clients on ambitious projects that will set new standards and create sustainable futures.

We’re looking for a Senior Project Controls/Commercial Specialist to join our team to work on various design and construction projects in the New York office. The position may also involve supporting other projects across the Americas region. The focus of this role is to provide strong commercial support to project managers, directors, and business leaders. In particular, the areas of earned value management, financial management, general commercial support, contract administration, sub-consultant management, and bid support. May involve management of team members.

Carries responsibilities for delivery of project controls work under the direction of the Project Manager. Responsibility will vary by project but where assigned:

* Partner with the Project Manager in the implementation of project-specific cost control processes to ensure project profitability and other commercial goals are met; using financial systems to review and monitor financial performance.
* Earned value management; Monitoring resource costs against budgets; updating project and job forecasts to ensure current and accurate reporting of performance; developing and maintaining deliverable progress tracking tools and measures; developing and maintaining project Work Breakdown Structures and integrating Budget and Schedule into an organized Earned Value Management system.
* Collaborate with the Project Manager to monitor scope or schedule changes, maintaining change and risk registers, preparing fee proposals and contract change orders
* Contract review and assessment; Manage financial aspects of project contracts to protect Arup’s interests and simultaneously maintain good relationships with our clients.
* Preparation of financial reports and provision of financial data for responding to queries on performance issues. Advising the Project Manager of potential problems that could detrimentally affect the outcome of the project
* Assisting with the management of Sub-contractors including preparation of sub-consultant agreements, tracking costs and actual progress, reviewing invoices, and monitoring payments.
* Manage project cash flow and oversee the monthly client invoice.
* Assist in preparation and submission of documents in accordance with bid guideline procedures for bid reviews
* Represent Arup in project meetings. Participate in program activities including the identification of proposal preparation, presentations, contract negotiations, amendments, change notices, and contract claims. Understand and possess the ability to communicate commercial concepts to other staff and clients.

Requirements:

Qualified professionals will have a Bachelors’ Degree in a related field; 6+ years of relevant experience. Must be a team player and able to perform independently. Must have experience in the areas of budgeting, financial reporting, cost tracking, or scheduling. Must have advanced knowledge of Excel.

PMP certification or equivalent is a plus.

Benefits that Work

At Arup, we have a comprehensive and valuable benefits program that works for our employees and their families while keeping costs low. These benefits provide health and welfare security for you as well as paid time off for rest and renewal. Our Global Profit Share Plan (paid bi-annually) provides an opportunity for you to share in the success of the Firm. As a valued employee of Arup, you can also choose to participate in our 401(k) plan with up to 10% company match to help you save for your future.

Flexible Working

We believe that flexible arrangements create a more inclusive way of working that supports our diversity and the wellbeing of our people. Options include alternative schedules, part-time or reduced hours schedule, and/or the option to work remotely for a portion of your workweek.

Arup is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment where our people are encouraged to grow. EOE including disability/veteran. Individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation. Should you require accommodation in the job application or interview process, please let us know by sending an email to .