Project Specialist IV

Job Description

The purpose of this position is to plan and perform work requiring sound technical/business judgment in the evaluation, organization, and execution of project management assignments worldwide. This role has the overall objective of managing and/or coordinating project activities that are in compliance with the contract and ensure the safety, quality, value, timeliness, and Fluor profitability of the completed project. At this level, this position may assume Project Specialist, Area Project Manager or job assignment responsibilities on a medium size project, multiple small size projects or complex segment of a larger project, in compliance with the project needs or per directions provided by the Project Director, Project Manager or Engineering Manager.  

• Perform essential project engineering functions involving monitoring of progress, preparation of procedures, documentation of communications and meetings, and identification/evaluation of project issues and problems

• Coordinate and/or manage the efforts of technical disciplines, vendors and licensors to ensure integrated and completed designs that meet project requirements contractual obligations

• Support creation and coordination of overall project plans and schedules, and monitoring activities, progress, and milestones against the plans

• Support creation and coordination of project effort hours, and cost estimates and budgets, and monitoring progress and cost performance against these

• Coordinate the preparation, delivery and coordination of project deliverables, design documents, and bid packages

• Other duties as assigned

Basic Job Requirements

• Accredited four (4) year degree or global equivalent in applicable field of study and seven (7) years of work-related experience or a combination of education and directly related experience equal to eleven (11) years if non-degreed; some locations may have additional or different qualifications in order to comply with local requirements

• Ability to communicate effectively with audiences that include but are not limited to management, coworkers, clients, vendors, contractors, and visitors

• Job related technical knowledge necessary to complete the job

• Ability to learn and apply knowledge of applicable local, state/province, and federal/national statutes and guidelines

• Ability to attend to detail and work in a time-conscious and time-effective manner

Other Job Requirements

• May support or participate in presentations to larger project audiences

• Participate in Fluor University courses for continued learning experiences

• Utilize knowledge management communities to capture, support and leverage relevant knowledge to enhance project execution

• Participate in vendor trade shows and become familiar with new technologies and industry business direction

Preferred Qualifications

• Seven (7) years of experience in engineering, procurement, fabrication, and construction/construction management (EPFC/CM) industry including minimum one (1) successful construction and /or commissioning completed field assignment

• Experience executing and managing risk assessments initiatives

• Experience in international locations and diverse cultural environments is recommended

• Experience in the performance of functional tasks on projects with a well developed understanding of procedures and interfaces

• Detailed knowledge of Fluor’s software tools and databases preferred

• Proficient at initiating and growing solid relationships with the client, vendors and suppliers while meeting the company business needs and goals

• Adaptable and able to maintain effectiveness in changing circumstances

• Ability to set and maintain high standards of performance with responsibility and accountability for successfully completing assignments and tasks

• Proactive in taking prompt and appropriate action to ensure objectives are accomplished and apply necessary follow-up to monitor progress and results of project tasks and assignments

• Analytical approach to problem solving and identifying potential solutions

• Technical and business writing skills

• Basic computer and software skills to include the use of word processing, email, spreadsheets, electronic presentations, and project management tools

• Certification in project management suggested, for example Project Management Professional (PMP)