Project Control Advisor

bp•Chicago, IL

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Project Control Advisor will be a hybrid technical and programme planning focused role that supports the Head of Build and Build team. The role will support across all functions keeping the programme on track through a master schedule, resolving project or technical issues, improving delivery performance and giving leadership the visibility needed to make fast, informed decisions.

Requirements

Degree in Engineering, Technical Discipline or Project Management or equivalent experience
Experience in planning and scheduling activities on multi-disciplinary large-scale projects/ programmes.
Solid, broad-based project experience in the different phases of the projects with an excellent track record of delivery.
Experience of early-stage planning for medium to large projects (pre-execute) to understand the wider project context, business drivers and development of Project Coordination Procedures.
Well-developed support / knowledge management networks, Understanding of current schedule best practices
Bias for simplification and efficiency with focus on fit-for-purpose deliverables that meet the needs of the business.
Ability to produce high quality written reports and summary presentations – able to communicate clarity from complexity.
Analytical and data driven mind set, keen eye for accuracy across reporting.
Ability to harness use of digital tools to provide high quality reporting information.
Excellent teamwork skills, including the ability to work with various sub-teams to resolve issues and reach decisions that are in the best interest of the program.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and bring direction when processes are not clear.
Proven influencing and clear communication skills
Able to create a performance culture that is designed to deliver success.
Competent with computers and IT including experience of using standard productivity software.
Experience in data analytics, ability to draw out performance metrics to evaluate plans

Nice To Haves

Ability to keep things simple – Focus on efficiency with focus on fit-for-purpose deliverables that meet the needs of the business.
Interest the EV market and the issues around an EV charging network.

Responsibilities

Implement and maintain a L1-2 programme schedule with the guidance and structure from the Build CoE using tools such as MS Projects or similar.
Support the development and tracking of the programme performance framework (KPIs). This should include measures such as cycle time (SSD), site throughput, cost performance, contractor performance & DNO timelines.
Produce dashboards and executive reports for the senior leadership using in-house systems and guidance from the Build CoE.
Deliver day-to-day planning, program portfolio management, performance reporting, schedule integration and analysis interfacing with senior leadership
Support progress meetings, technical reviews, and performance forums.
Provide quality assurance of detailed schedules covering activities from Appraise through to Operations.
Provide quality assurance & support for planning activities through the Project Leads of the contractors chosen to execute the program of work.
Ensure that schedule learning from complementary work in other regions and benchmarks worked with the Build CoE are captured.
Conduct root-cause analyses on delays, cost overruns, or quality issues and present clear recommendations.
Assess and guide Project Leads to ensure schedule submittals from EPC and suppliers conform with requirements.
Provide analytical data to support the identification of bottlenecks, trends and systemic issues.
Promote collaborative information sharing with team members and contractors.
Support development and maintenance of up-to-date schedule benchmarks.
Support the development of the 6 monthly bottoms up GFO plan with the support from the Build CoE.
Maintain programme-level risk registers, including real-estate, technical, schedule, and supply-chain risks.
Support the use of data systems and tools across the Build team

Benefits

Core U.S. Benefits
Paid vacation (120 – 240 hours of vacation per year for full time employees, depending on your years of relevant industry experience)
9 paid holidays per year
2 personal choice holidays
Parental leave policy (up to 8 weeks’ paid leave for the birth or adoption of a child)
Discretionary annual bonus program
Long-term incentive program
Generous retirement benefits that include a 401k matching program
Pension for eligible employees
Health insurance
Vision insurance
Dental insurance
Life insurance
Short-Term Disability
Long-Term Disability
Flexible working options
Reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment for individuals with disabilities