Project Planning & Scheduling Specialist
@ AECOM

Bucharest, Bucharest, Romania
$100,000
On Site
Full Time
Posted 2 days ago

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About AECOM

AECOM is a global infrastructure leader and Fortune 500 firm with a revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. Their Enterprise Capabilities team partners with regional and Global Business Line project teams to provide technical expertise and accelerate project delivery.

Position Overview

The Project Planning & Scheduling Specialist role in Romania supports project controls by working with financial systems, analyzing cost data, developing baseline budgets, and harnessing earned value methodology to track project performance.

Key Responsibilities

  • Work with company financial systems and cornerstone software.
  • Analyze financial data, trends, and cost impacts.
  • Assist in baseline budget creation, scope control and change management.
  • Support tracking of labour hours, manpower costs and purchase orders.
  • Participate in project progress meetings and contractor invoice reviews.

Qualifications

Bachelor Degree in Economy or related field with 5-7 years in Project Controls. Exposure to scheduling, performance management, and cost/schedule integration is required.

Work Environment & Benefits

AECOM offers comprehensive benefits, hybrid working options, and significant career growth opportunities within a global team.

Key skills/competency

  • Project Controls
  • Financial Analysis
  • Baseline Budgeting
  • Earned Value
  • Scope Control
  • Change Management
  • Data Analysis
  • Cost Forecasting
  • Scheduling Concepts
  • Performance Management

How to Get Hired at AECOM

🎯 Tips for Getting Hired

  • Research AECOM's culture: Study their mission, projects, and press releases.
  • Customize your resume: Highlight project controls and scheduling expertise.
  • Emphasize financial data skills: Showcase budget and analysis accomplishments.
  • Prepare for technical questions: Understand earned value and baseline budgeting.
  • Network strategically: Connect with current AECOM employees on LinkedIn.

📝 Interview Preparation Advice

Technical Preparation

Review earned value management basics.
Practice baseline budget creation exercises.
Familiarize with financial reporting tools.
Study scheduling software functionalities.

Behavioral Questions

Describe handling tight deadlines under pressure.
Explain teamwork in resolving project challenges.
Detail conflict resolution with project stakeholders.
Share an example of adapting to changes.

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