Project Planning & Control Specialist
Houston, MS - USA
Job Summary
At ABB we help industries run leaner and cleanerand every person here makes that happen. Youll be empowered to lead supported to grow and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.
This position reports to:
Project Operations ManagerIn this role the Project Scheduler takes ownership in collaborating with project teams and suppliers to develop and manage project schedules effectively. This role involves leading scheduling efforts across all project phases performing risk analysis identifying critical paths and implementing mitigation strategies to ensure projects are delivered on time. The ideal candidate will utilize their expertise to address challenges maintain and analyze actual and forecasted schedules and monitor report and manage any deviations from the planned timeline aligning with both short-term and long-term business addition to schedule management the Scheduler will support the Project Manager by overseeing all communications with internal and external stakeholders including suppliers and customers on project status and timelines ensure cohesive project execution and foster strong relationships.
The work model for the role is: Hybrid based out of Houston TX. #LI-Hybrid
Your role and responsibilities:
Develop and consult on the initial project schedule by incorporating key milestones and tasks from various phases such as proposal execution manufacturing delivery and close-out including enhancing schedule to interface to supplier and customers need dates (inclusive but not limited to of LDs drop dates ship dates and invoicing).
Lead scheduling activities with internal and external suppliers as the main point of contact ensuring effective communication and information sharing among the project team and stakeholders. Engage with vendors to validate timelines and challenge assumptions promoting transparency and supporting the development of reliable schedules.
Issue regular schedule reports and program updates as well as upon request while establishing project baselines and providing analytics to monitor progress against key targets. Recommend actions to ensure deadlines are met and keep stakeholders informed.
Actively participate in project reviews to assess progress and address any issues that arise. Coordinate with procurement to ensure material is ordered on time to meet schedule commitments.
Our Team Dynamics
Our teams support each other collaborate and never stop learning. Everyone brings something unique and together we push ideas forward to solve real problems. Being part of our team means your work matters - because the progress we make here createsrealimpact out there.
Qualifications for the role:
Bachelors Degree with 5 years of project planning engineering manufacturing or other operational customer facing role
Strong creative analytical and organizational skills
Proficient with planning tools such as MS Project Primavera P6 or similar software and proven capability in working in a technical environment
Qualities of proven relationship building capabilities and communication skills; Proven soft skills with problem solving aptitude
Strong fluent written and spoken English language skills. Spanish is an asset
Ability and willingness to travel as required (25-35% expected)
Candidates must already haveworkauthorization that wouldpermitthem to work for ABB in the US
Whatsin it for you
We empower you to take initiative challenge ideas and lead with confidence.Youllgrow through meaningful work continuous learning and supportthatstailored to your goals. Every idea you share and every action you take contributes to something bigger
ABB is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer for protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities at ABB.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their- sex (gender identity gender expression sexual orientation) marital status citizenship age race and ethnicity inclusive of traits historically associated with race or ethnicity including but not limited to hair texture and protective hairstyles color religious creed national origin pregnancy physical or mental disability genetic information protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal and state law.
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ABB Benefit Summary for eligible US employees
excludes ABB E-mobility Athens union Puerto Rico
Health Life & Disability
Choice between two medical plan options: A PPO plan called the Copay Plan OR aHigh DeductibleHealth Plan (with a Health Savings Account) called theHigh DeductiblePlan.
Choice between two dental plan options: Core and Core Plus
Vision benefit
Company paid life insurance (2X base pay)
Company paid AD&D (1X base pay)
Voluntary life and AD&D 100% employee paid up to maximums
Short Term Disability up to26 weeks Company paid
Long Term Disability 60% ofpay Company paid.Ability to buy-up to 66 2/3% of pay.
Supplemental benefits 100% employee paid (Accident insurance hospital indemnity critical illness pet insurance
Paid Parental Leave
Employee Assistance Program
Health Advocate support resources for mental/behavioral health general health navigation and virtual health and infertility/adoption
Employee discount program
Retirement
401k Savings Plan with Company Contributions
Employee Stock Acquisition Plan (ESAP)
Time off
ABB provides 11 paid holidays.Salaried exempt positions areprovidedvacation under a permissive time away policy.
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About Company
ABB's Electrification business offers a wide-ranging portfolio of products, digital solutions and services, from substation to socket, enabling safe, smart and sustainable electrification. Offerings encompass digital and connected innovations for low- and medium-voltage, including EV ... View more