Burns & McDonnell

Support project planning, scheduling, cost control, and reporting for engineering and construction projects while developing project controls expertise.DescriptionThe Graduate Project Controls Specialist/ Planner will support all aspects of project controls and reporting, including, project change management, cost control, progress measurement, schedule development and schedule control.Assist project set-up in the Enterprise Planning & Controls software.Input data, maintain logs, and run reports in the Enterprise Planning & Controls software or other tools.Assist with creating Work Breakdown Structure (WBS).Assist with developing, implementing, and maintaining scheduling reports, cost reports, cash flows and forecasts on small projects.Responsible for following project execution plans.Assist with reviewing and approving Purchase Orders and/or Subcontracts for proper coding.Input and document changes to cost reports or forecasts.Assist with upstream (prime contract) and downstream (purchase order & subcontract) change orders.Assist with the development of a cash flow.Assist in the development of various levels of schedules.Assist in applying logic ties within the schedule.Assist with resource loading of a schedule.Assist with coordinating project schedules and the development of scheduling reports.Assist with retrieving, reviewing and distributing pre-programmed scheduling reports along with back-up documentation.Assist with updating and documenting schedule progress.Assist with developing and maintaining an earned value management system.Assist with verifying progress measurements.Assist with developing and maintaining progress curves.Assist with material takeoffs.Assist quality checks and inspections on project controls deliverables.Assist with field audits to validate accuracy of reporting and processes.Performs other duties as assignedComplies with all policies and standardsQualificationsBachelor Degree in Engineering, Construction Management or related field required or;Applicable experience may be substituted for the degree requirement.Experience with Oracle Primavera P6 preferred.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Proficient with Microsoft Office.OSHA 10-hour safety certification Ability to obtain

Posted 6 days ago

Support the design of high-voltage substations by producing electrical drawings, performing engineering calculations, and assisting with protection and control systems on major UK infrastructure projects.Description As a Graduate P&C engineer, you will assist in the preparation of project documentation working on live substation projects under the guidance of senior engineers. Working for clients such as National Grid, Scottish Power, and Scottish & Southern Energy amongst many, you will be responsible in part for the production of much of the project documentation used on live projects. As a valued member of the design team, you’ll have the chance to work on some major infrastructure projects up and down the country. Working on major substation connection projects both AIS & GIS you’ll be directly involved in the design process, contributing to the success of the business. Job duties:Assist in the design process on a number of live projects, which includes creating electrical schematics, grid plan layouts, electrical schematics, lighting system layout, protection and controls, and site and facility design. Ensuring that you follow all company, client and project design and drafting standards.Assist and input to various calculations required for substation design such as busbar short circuit calculations, cable sizing calculations, voltage drop calculations, DC battery sizing calculations, LVAC cable sizing calculation etcAssisting in the design of protection philosophy documents such as key line diagrams and single line diagramsAssist with set up of electrical CAD/BIM configuration and procedures according to project requirements at the beginning of a project for the electrical design team.Assist in preparing engineering drawings from rough sketches or from general engineering and design information (verbal instructions and notes) using CAD/BIM (Building Information Management) software programs.Assist with a full range of drawing production work including detailed design layouts / earthing layouts and performing calculations on non-routine assignments of substantial variety and complexity and implementing feedback from Engineers.Assist with the execution of a variety of electrical design assignments using prescribed methods and standard techniques including drawing sequence and presentation, sizing various system components such as LVAC / multicore cables.Maintain an overview of developments in CAD/BIM technologies, relevant BIM standards and Codes of Practice.Assist with the execution of changes to designs or sketches and mark-ups on ongoing projects and assist in assessing the implication of those changes on timescales and project cost.Working collaboratively with others including, but not limited to Project Managers, BIM Managers, Engineers, and Designers throughout the company in a multi-discipline project team environment to resolve design or drawing issues as appropriate and to accomplish objectives using BIM models.Assist with the analysis of reports, drawings, and tests to plan and design projects.Apply design codes and specifications related to design requirements.Review design drawings for quality assurance within scope, budget, and schedule. Perform project tasks and assignments within budgeted hours and deadlines.Organize and maintain all revisions of project drawings, plot files and project-related information are stored in a logical and well-structural manner.All other duties as assigned.Work under the guidance of senior engineers on a range of HV substation engineering topics, such as high voltage underground cable design, high level electrical busbar arrangements and subsequent calculations, protection and control systems and above & below ground earthing arrangements etc…Assist is maintaining compliance to CDM regulations, and all other legal and regulatory requirements associated with electrical system design.Demonstrate creativity, foresight, and judgement in anticipating and solving problems.QualificationsBachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Engineering or Construction technology or working towards AS similar qualification.Basic ability to utilize both 2D and 3D applications to prepare engineering drawings.Basic knowledge in the theory and practices of assigned discipline; competent in the fundamental concepts of other disciplines as they relate to the assigned discipline; and capable of operating related discipline design software necessary to execute production tasks.Excellent written & verbal communication skills.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and attention to detail.Desirable (But not essential):Basic understanding of design software such as: AutoCAD, Revit, and Excel to develop the design deliverables. Ability to learn and effectively utilize new design software programs.Understanding of Navisworks and Dynamo.Basic knowledge of BIM 360 and Autodesk Construction Cloud.Basic knowledge of BS1192 & ISO19650 relevant standards and guidance associated with delivering in a BIM level 2 environment.Basic knowledge of BIM Standards and industry guidance in relation to electronic output

Posted 6 days ago

Provides commercial and quantity surveying support for power sector projects by managing project costs, contracts, risk, subcontract administration, and financial reporting.DescriptionThis role will provide commercial support at project level in aspects of commercial control. You will work on both live projects and tender opportunities within the power sector. You will use your experience of the NEC3 and NEC4 forms of contract (Options A and C) to administer projects effectively including the development and implementation of subcontracts with the supply chain.Demonstrate effective commercial knowledge project level to deliver all aspects of commercial control, with a real focus on the management and reconciliation of cost and valueThis role will be required to coordinate and communicate effectively with the wider project teams on matters of cost, value and risk management.Conduct monthly internal reporting through the CVR and internal commercial management procedures.Conduct monthly reporting to the client in accordance with the contract and the client periodical reporting procedureEnsure cash flow is optimised through the development of activity schedules, the submission of monthly valuations and the control of subcontractor accountsDrive the recovery of outstanding monies and ensure all queries are fully resolved in a timely mannerIdentify commercial risks, opportunities, value engineering and change eventsManage change events in accordance with the contract including early warnings, CE notification, CE quotation and through to CE implementation and inclusion into the new cost and programme baselines.Produce cost estimates and subcontract enquiries for both tender proposals and compensation events.Ensure the project delivery teams adhere to risk management procedures and financial complianceRecord the commercial KPI data at project level and minimize any potential negative effect on your projectsMaintain the projects adherence to payment timescalesPrepare and manage sub-contracts throughout the project, through to Final Account agreement.experience with administering projects in accordance with the NEC3 or NEC4 forms of contract (Option A and C) within the power sector or similar relevant industry sector.experience with the development, award and administration of subcontracts using the NEC3 or NEC4 formscoordinate and communicate effectively with the wider project teams on matters of cost, value and risk managementWork closely with the project delivery teams to enforce the business drivers and outcomes for your projectsMaximize profitability having regard to client and subcontractor relations, third party incomers and the company’s strategic objectives regarding client relations and the risk/reward philosophyA commercially and contractually astute individual that takes ownership of performanceAssistance with the management, preparation and submission of tender enquires.Undertake costing activities, utilizing a sound working knowledge of tender processInteract and communicate effectively with clients and colleagues to achieve project objectivesAble to manage multiple projects and conflicting deadlinesAble to work autonomously and/or as part of a project teamIdentifying new skills and competencies required to meet business needs and actively supporting development and recruitment of talentSupport the continued development of more junior team personnel providing commercial guidance and establishing training needs.Performs other duties as assignedComplies with all policies and standardsQualificationsBachelor Degree in engineering, construction management or related field required or;Higher National Diploma (or equivalent) in Quantity Surveying or other equivalent commercially related subject and 1 year relevant experience as a Quantity Surveyor.Awareness and experience of construction methods, technology, standard forms of measurement and the NEC 3 and NEC4 forms of contract (Options A & C)Excellent computer literacy with experience MS office suite of programmes.Ability to read, understand, interpret and analyze a project programmeChartership or working towards chartership through the RICS or similar accredited institutionExperience within the Power Transmission &Distribution sector preferred

Posted 9 days ago