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Program Controls Specialist – Utility Field Safety Operations at CARIAN | LAYIQ

3+ years of experience in project controls, program controls, workforce planning, scheduling, PMO support, field operations reporting, or related analytical roles
Experience tracking cost, schedule, labor hours, manpower, staffing forecasts, resource plans, or field deployment data
Strong Excel skills, including formulas, pivot tables, data validation, charts, and structured reporting
Ability to organize field-driven data into clear dashboards, trackers, reports, and management summaries
Strong analytical skills with attention to detail, accuracy, and follow-through
Ability to work with program managers, field supervisors, safety teams, recruiting, HR, finance, and client stakeholders
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to support fast-moving field operations with changing schedules, staffing needs, and reporting priorities
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel, Outlook, Teams, and PowerPoint
Ability to work from the Somerset, NJ office and travel locally to field locations as needed
Preferred Experience
5+ years of relevant experience
Experience supporting utility, construction, infrastructure, field services, safety-sensitive, or contractor oversight programs
Experience with manpower planning, workforce deployment, headcount forecasting, utilization tracking, or large field-team reporting
Experience with Power BI, Smartsheet, SharePoint, Microsoft Project, Primavera P6, or similar reporting/scheduling platforms
Experience supporting electric or gas utility programs, transmission and distribution work, substations, construction management, or field operations
Familiarity with credential tracking, training status, access readiness, or field compliance reporting
Experience preparing executive-level reports, client-facing dashboards, weekly status reports, or performance summaries
Why CARIAN
Purpose-driven work – Help deliver infrastructure that powers communities
Industry reputation – Trusted by leading utilities for our reliability and results
Career growth – Opportunities to lead major programs and mentor high-performing teams
Collaborative culture – Join a team that values delivery excellence and long-term relationships
Competitive total rewards – Strong compensation, full benefits, 401(k) match, and meaningful work
Equal Employment Opportunity
CARIAN is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We hire and develop talent based on qualifications, performance, and business needs. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. As a women-owned firm dedicated to the power sector, we are committed to building a team that reflects professionalism, expertise, and integrity at every level.

Program Controls Specialist – Utility Field Safety Operations

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