**Build a rewarding career**
- The Spear Group is a subsidiary organization of Sparus Holdings. _Sparus Holdings is a leading provider of outsourced field and professional services primarily focused on the gas and electric utility markets. Sparus goes to market under seven core brands - Southern Cross, NAFS, The Spear Group, OneVision, TruCheck, ULS, and Allegiant. Its subsidiaries provide a unique blend of differentiated, yet complementary services to offer a tightly integrated solution set for its customers while expanding its addressable market and future growth prospects.
The Spear Group hopes to present you with the next opportunity for your career. When you partner with the Spear Group for your next role, you'll be working alongside an experienced team who truly understands the challenges of your sector. We'll take the time to appreciate the types of projects you enjoy, as well as the work environments you thrive in. With over 30 years of experience, we have deep networks and serve top-tier companies across North America. Explore our current postings and submit your resume to start the conversation today.
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50% remote, 50% in Costa Rica. Needed onsite in two week intervals._**
**_ Required: fluency in Spanish_**
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Preferred - Primary Skills/Qualifications:_**
- PLANNING/SCHEDULING responsibilities are to develop, maintain, and report the Master Project Schedule utilizing LEAN project management methodologies per (The Lean Construction Institute) and other industry software standards (TAKT, Last Planner System, Pull Planning, Primavera®).
- Manage Schedule Progress Measurement/Percent Plan Complete (PPC) and variance analysis and ensure changes are captured in Project Schedule.
- Provide PROJECT CONTROL support to prepare monthly Project Control reporting deliverables and assist in establishing approved cash flow and tracking.
- Interface with CM Project Control personnel to ensure timely communication and support of project reporting requirements.
- Support Project Procurement Group requirements related to Project Control.
- Demonstrate LEADERSHIP and excellent COMMUNICATION and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with all levels in the organization, particularly with FEL and EPCM Partners to ensure understanding of planning/scheduling requirements and continuous improvement of processes; in a Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) environment. Possess leadership skills necessary to transform and sustain a high performing group of technical professionals. Drive planning development and attend recurring and non-recurring project related meetings as required.
- Display KNOWLEDGE of the pharmaceutical industry across multiple product types (drug substance, drug product, lab, large molecule, small molecule, etc.).
- EXPERIENCE in strategic planning/scheduling and Lean Project Delivery Best Practices (e.g. Target Value Delivery, Last Planner®, Takt planning, Touchplan®, NetPoint®) is a significant plus, along with knowledge of AE, CM, and Professional Service providers planning/scheduling means and methods.
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Desired - Experience and Education:_**
- 3-5 years of experience in scheduling and project control functions.
- Proficiency in Microsoft office programs, Primavera®.
- Working knowledge of Target Value Delivery, Last Planner®, Takt planning, Touchplan®, NetPoint® is a significant a plus.
- BSc in construction or engineering related, a/o PMP certified is ideal. In addition to knowledge and affiliation to the Lean Construction Institute (LCI)
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**Salary**:_** Competitive Salary offerings
**_ Benefits:_**:
- _Paid Leave, 401-K, Group Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, Incentive bonuses, etc.
**EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER**
The Spear Group, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employers. All personnel actions are effected without regard to race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other protected status pursuant to law. As a responsible organization, we resolutely support the concept and practice of Equal Employment Opportunity. We uphold federal, state, and local civil rights laws and work to ensure that all of our personnel actions and policies are in compliance. Additionally, we recognize and value the importance and diversity of our work force and support its various cultures. The Companies are dedicated to fostering an environment that respects the dignity, rights and contributions of our employees.