Project Controls Specialist

Founded in 1919, KJ has always looked to the future. With a talented team of professionals and a culture of continuous improvement, we deliver exceptional engineering and environmental consulting services today, with a focus on innovation and sustainability. Using new advanced analytics, technology, and tools, KJ improves designs, reduces risk, and finds better ways to deliver projects. KJ is at the forefront of developing sustainable solutions for clients, including green infrastructure design, strategies to reduce energy use and environmental impacts, and award-winning water reuse projects. We are known for our dedication to industry-leading client service and tailored solutions.

Kennedy Jenks is seeking an exceptional Project Control Specialist in the Seattle area. The Project Control Specialist will work closely with project managers, construction managers, and other internal and external team members to develop, process and maintain project financial change management documents and information, provide assistance regarding financial and change management, and review/approval processing of such documents.

Key Responsibilities:

• Process, review and route submittals, requests for information (RFI), request for changes (by owner, engineer, and/or contractor), and change orders on KJ projects.
• Provide, collect, and analyze cost/change data and backup documentations for KJ’s projects. Documentation includes inspector daily reports, contractor daily reports, invoices, time and material sheets, etc.
• Prepare cost estimate and/or analysis reports for various KJ projects.
• Review and analyze engineering cost estimates for accuracy and determine if these estimates are feasible and within the constraints of project requirements. Prepare quantity takeoffs of materials, labor and equipment as required.
• Assist KJ project teams in development of construction management deliverables (internal and external).
• Assist Project Control Engineers, Document Control Specialists, Construction Managers, and Resident Engineers as necessary.
• Provide input by reviewing contractor’s monthly schedule.
• Provide independent cost estimate for smaller change orders.

Qualifications:

• At least five years of relevant working experience.
• Experience in the water/wastewater industry is preferred but not required.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Construction Management, or related field is preferred but not required.
• Applicable experience may be substituted for degree.
• Experience with project management software and proficient knowledge of MS Office including Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.

Work location: This role has the option to work either full time remote or in a hybrid environment based out of our Seattle office. While this role may be remote, the candidate must still be based in the Seattle area to be available for weekly meetings when necessary.

Salary range for this position is anticipated to be $75,000 to $95,000, and may vary based upon education, experience, qualifications, licensure/certifications and geographic location.

Benefits summary: Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, 401k, bonus opportunities, tuition reimbursement, professional registration support, a competitive PTO and holiday plan, and other benefits and programs.

As an employee-owned firm, Kennedy Jenks offers a unique company culture with a corporate commitment to maintaining a positive work/life experience with a flexible hybrid work environment. Kennedy Jenks provides competitive compensation that will vary based upon education, experience, qualifications, skills, licensure/certifications, seniority, and geographic location. We offer a full benefits package.
Kennedy Jenks is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, disability, citizenship status, genetics, protected veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable law.

Salary : $75,000 - $95,000