Work Control Specialist - O&M Services

Black & Veatch Corporation•Overland Park, KS

35d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Work Control Specialist is responsible for supporting the planning, coordination, and execution of maintenance activities within the Operations & Maintenance (O&M) division. This role ensures effective utilization of the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) to optimize maintenance scheduling, resource allocation, and work order execution. As a key contributor on a planning and scheduling team, the Work Control Specialist collaborates with cross-functional stakeholders to improve processes that enhance maintenance operations and asset reliability across diverse business lines. Black & Veatch's Infrastructure Advisory Business provides a portfolio of solutions focused on the asset lifecycle, including Asset Management & Operations & Maintenance, Infrastructure Technology, Cybersecurity Solutions, Planning and Transactions. In this role you will be part of the Delivery Team supporting Solutions including Condition Assessment, Maintenance Management, and Strategic Asset Management.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree plus 2-4 years experience OR Master's degree.
2-4+ years experience in a business/consulting environment.
All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations.

Nice To Haves

5-10 years of experience in Operations & Maintenance or a related industry.
Experience in maintenance planning and scheduling.
3 plus years of experience with CMMS platforms (e.g., SAP PM, Maximo, eMaint, Zinier, or similar).
Strong understanding of maintenance planning, scheduling, and execution.
Familiarity with NERC responsibilities and industry regulations.
Basic understanding of construction and constructability practices.
Knowledge of power plant systems, asset management, and industry trends.
Effective problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.
Strong time management and organizational skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
Clear and concise communication skills for cross-functional collaboration.
A drive for results with perseverance and patience.
Willingness for self-development and stay updated with industry advancements.
Relevant certifications in maintenance planning, CMMS platforms, or industrial operations.

Responsibilities

Support the implementation and optimization of the CMMS, ensuring accurate tracking of work orders, maintenance schedules, and asset performance.
Collaborate with site O&M teams, asset owners, internal and external stakeholders to identify, diagnose, and resolve operational and maintenance issues.
Ensure maintenance activities comply with safety regulations, industry standards, and company policies.
Assist in developing and refining processes and workflows to enhance maintenance planning, scheduling, and execution.
Analyze maintenance data and performance metrics to support improvements in asset reliability and reduce downtime.
Contribute to operations across various industrial settings including Battery Storage, Solar, Wind, Simple Cycle Thermal Generation, Substation, water, and Combined Cycle Thermal Generation facilities.
Establish and manage an inventory control system within CMMS.
Coordinate with the supply chain team to ensure availability of spare parts and resources for planned and corrective maintenance.
Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance maintenance efficiency and system reliability.
Provide support to the Operation Center as needed.
Support the creation of reporting for internal and external stakeholders.

Benefits

Black & Veatch allows you to lend your talent and perspective to humanity's biggest challenges in a flexible environment where you are empowered to grow and explore new possibilities. We offer competitive compensation; 401K match and benefits that start day 1. Our hybrid environment allows you to balance your work and personal life.
Our comprehensive benefits portfolio is a key component of this commitment and offers an array of health care benefits including but not limited to medical, dental and vision insurances along with disability and a robust wellness program.
To support a healthy work-life balance, we offer flexible work schedules, paid vacation and holiday time, sick time, and dependent sick time.
A variety of additional benefits are available to our professionals, including a company-matched 401k plan, adoption reimbursement, tuition reimbursement, vendor discounts, an employment referral program, AD&D insurance, pre-taxed accounts, voluntary legal plan and the B&V Credit Union. Professionals may also be eligible for a performance-based bonus program.
We are proud to be a 100 percent ESOP-owned company. As employee-owners, our professionals are empowered to drive not only their personal growth, but the company's long-term achievements - and they share in the financial rewards of the success through stock ownership.

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