North Shore Gas

Project Controls Analyst

Waukegan, IL

Internship

About This Job

NSG, a subsidiary of WEC Energy Group, is seeking a Project Controls Analyst in our Waukegan, Illinois location. This position offers flexibility for a hybrid work arrangement (remote/on-site) with time spent in the Waukegan, IL office.

This is a job family (Associate Project Controls Analyst, Project Controls Analyst, Senior Project Controls Analyst) where experience is the determining factor.

About Us

WEC Energy Group is one of the nation’s largest electric generation and distribution and natural gas delivery holding companies serving 4.7 million customers across the Midwest. We are committed to providing clean, reliable, and affordable energy in an environmentally sustainable manner. Customers are the heart of our business, and we work every day to help grow and support communities where we provide vital energy services.

As a Fortune 500 company, we value and develop our employees who are making a difference in a mission that matters. We don’t just offer a job; we provide fulfilling careers where safety and well-being are paramount. Join our team and experience first-hand our commitment to your success. We offer competitive pay and benefits to recognize your hard work and dedication.

If you’re talented, energetic and ready for a career with a future, we want you on our team. We are powered by a diverse and inclusive workforce fueled by the pride in what we do. If you're driven by the passion to change lives, this is the place for you.

Job Summary

The Project Controls Analyst is responsible for supporting cost and schedule management of complex projects and provides cross-departmental support. Assignments may include analyzing project schedules and cost reports to identify opportunities for improvement or enhancement. The Senior Project Controls Analyst is expected to work independently with limited direction and support.

Job Responsibilities

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As a lead Analyst, works independently with limited direction and support. Responsible for cost and schedule management of complex projects and providing support to field and department staff. Assignments may include analyzing project schedules and cost reports to identify opportunities for improvement or enhancement

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Schedule Management: develop and maintain resource loaded project schedules, including identifying areas where mitigating actions are necessary. Perform analysis and work with key stakeholders on schedule performance. Facilitate and lead issue identification and resolution related to schedule management

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Cost Management: analyze, report and discuss cost performance with stakeholders. Review actual costs, prepare forecasts for multiple projects and identify areas where mitigating actions are necessary. Lead issue identification and resolution related to cost management

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Provide subject matter expertise across departments on schedule and cost related matters

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Lead root cause analysis and improvement initiatives

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Mentor, coach and perform quality reviews for junior level team members

Minimum Qualifications

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Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Business, or Construction Management

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Associate Project Controls Analyst: 0-2 yrs. relevant project controls experience (internship/co-op experience may be included as relevant project controls experience).

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Project Controls Analyst:

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2+ years relevant project controls experience

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2+ years’ Experience with various computer software, specifically Microsoft products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Adobe Acrobat. Preferred experience with PowerPlan, PeopleSoft, SAP, Primavera P6, and/or Microsoft Access

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2+ years of demonstrated leadership experience by leading projects and teams

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Senior Project Controls Analyst:

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5+ years relevant project controls experience 5+ years’ Experience with various computer software, specifically Microsoft products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Adobe Acrobat. Preferred experience with PowerPlan, PeopleSoft, SAP, Primavera P6, and/or Microsoft Access 5+ years of demonstrated leadership experience by leading projects and teams

Preferred Qualifications

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2+ years Primavera P6

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2+ PowerBi experience

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Experience with SAP and Maximo

End Date: 05/19/2025

Pay Range Minimum: $66,898.00

Pay Range Maximum: $143,768.04

The pay range reflects the minimum and maximum for the position at the time of posting and may be modified in the future. The starting salary/pay within the pay range will be based on several factors, as applicable, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, shift, travel requirements, collective bargaining agreements, and business and organizational needs. At WEC Energy Group, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role.

We reserve the right to modify the application deadline or discontinue accepting applications for any position if deemed necessary.

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Legal authorization to work in the United States is required. We will not sponsor for Employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.

WEC Energy Group and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers. As a result, all qualified applicants will receive equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other protected status. The Company also complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws that require it to take affirmative action.