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Encore Consulting is unique because of our diverse opportunities, people and environments. At Encore you'll find challenging and meaningful work with endless opportunities for growth. Encore promotes continuous improvement, fosters new ideas, encourages innovation, and individuals who are committed to excellence have the opportunity to make an impact and be rewarded.

The high caliber of people who work here aren't just working hard, they're working smart; staying ahead of the curve, questioning conventional wisdom, sharing knowledge, and taking intelligent risks. We give our employees the freedom to do what they do best, and the results speak for themselves.

Job Title: Project Controls Specialist (FTE)

Location: Huston, TX

Must Have Skill (Top 3):

• Oracle Primavera P6 (Scheduling) and/or Procore (Cost)
• Cost control experience – Setting up budgets, working cross functionally with Construction Managers – What is the spend/budget for items, critical items, underestimated/over estimated costs, etc.
• Accounting/Finance background – Not an expert, just able to understand from a budgeting standpoint

Summary:

This position is responsible for all project controls functions including schedule management, risk management, earned value management, cost and change management, document management and contract procurement management on complex, high risk, large-scale, high capitol project(s). This position serves as the project controls management representative to ensure the Project Team's success. This position requires a detailed understanding of project management principles and practices. Manage Project Controls team as needed. Directs overall project management systems implementation in the tracking, forecasting, analysis, and reporting of project costs, schedules, and key performance indicators on assigned projects.

• Coordinates and provides analysis on project costs, commitments, accruals, trends and changes, and recommends corrective action to the Project Team where necessary.
• Oversees administration of the Project Controls Process to provide guidance, direction, recommendations, and specialized assistance to project managers for the resolution of complex project control problems and contractual courses of action.
• Manage the implementation of Document Management procedures and documentation for the Project Team.
• Manages the proactive identification, evaluation, and monitoring of risk and opportunity in the project management environment, including risk mitigation planning and execution of risk management processes for the project.
• Manages the Contracts and Procurement systems including Client Contract Administration invoicing, issue of purchase order and subcontract agreements, subcontractor payment distributions, and project accounts payables.
• May lead the project cost control team.

EDUCATION:

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or similar area of study or lieu of degree required and High School Diploma or GED and four years of relevant work experience required.

Experience:

7 years of relevant work experience in Project Controls, Document Controls, Project Procurement required

Other Knowledge, Skills or Abilities Required

• Strong PC skills to include Microsoft software; automated accounting and cost management systems
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Demonstrated expertise in the concepts of Project Controls, Cost Engineering, Scheduling, Earned Value Management and Estimating

To Apply: Contact Pete Mauro
Phone: 312-304-0566
Email: pmauro@enore-c.com

Job Title: Project Manager (FTE)

Strategic Sourcing Manager
Location: Huston, TX

Must Have Skill (Top 3):

• Contract & Negotiation experience
• Communication cross functionally
• Analytics – Understand company spend
• Coupa -- Lean Six Sigma nice to have

Summary:

As an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

The Strategic Sourcing Manager (SSM) will report directly into the Project Management Office (PMO) and will provide leadership, tactical day-to-day, and strategic support to WM Renewable Energy (WMRE) and WM Recycling (WMRA) investment projects. The support will specifically be centered on vendor management, contracts negotiation and maintenance, change-order management, and coordinating purchasing activities (such as issuing purchase orders). Contracts will range from commercial agreements for off-take of energy and commodities, to master professional and service agreements related to products and professional services to support the needs of WMRE and WMRA capital-funded construction programs.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Other minor duties may be assigned.

• Oversees and participates in the procurement of materials, components, and services, ensuring price value and stability, consistent quality, and expeditious delivery.
• Guides, assists, and negotiates to satisfactory conclusion important or major purchasing contracts.
• Researches and develops competent suppliers of high quality components by overseeing and participating in the preparation of bids, proposals, or other informational requests. Evaluates requested materials and makes recommendations.
• Reviews and evaluates the relations of purchasing personnel with existing suppliers. Recommends methods of communications, problem resolution, or proposal planning. Contacts suppliers regarding large or recurring material problems and resolves issues.
• Oversees and participates in the general development of testing and evaluation techniques used to evaluate supplier material and supplier and operations quality.
• Oversees and participates in the liaison with other departments regarding technical product changes and problems, required adjustments, future strategic objectives, etc.
• Participates in the development and implementation of systems which measure, track, and analyze supplier and material effectiveness, price, and reliability. Works with other department managers to develop factors to be considered and results to be used.
• Participates in the research, development, and design of long-range strategic objectives. Works with other departmental managers in the laying out and planning of potential future operational changes.
• Participates in and coordinates internal programs, such as communications, vacation schedules, job analysis and evaluation, employee performance reviews, wage administration, etc.
• Maintains currency with respect to technical and supervisory skills by attending training classes, special technical and administration courses, seminars, exhibits and trade shows as needed.

EDUCATION:

Bachelor's Degree (accredited) in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, or Technology, and 5 years of relevant work experience (in addition to education requirement).

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations or Other Requirements

• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification (desirable)
• Registered Professional Engineer (P.E.) or Engineer-in-Training (E.I.T) certification (desirable)

To Apply: Contact Pete Mauro
Phone: 312-304-0566
Email: pmauro@enore-c.com

Job Title: Business Analyst

Business Analyst
Location: Windsor, CT

Summary:

In this role you’ll lead requirement gathering and projects within SBS, our National Accounts Sales division. You will act as a liaison between Technology and the with the business on system development and enhancements. Conduct business process analysis, needs assessments and various analysis in effort to align technical solutions with business initiatives.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• 5+ Experience Integrating APIs• Provides project management, including working with project team to ensure timely accurate deliveries.
• Develops and support SBS system requirements, enhancements and updates.
• Delivers clear requirements that meet users’ needs and are which are feasible technically and in compliance with WM internal development standards and practices.
• Assists the business in creation of strategic roadmaps, as well as driving the deliverables identified an on-going backlog grooming, including development of compelling business cases and ROI models.
• Acts as a key interface between business stakeholders and user community and the IT community.
• Partners with all levels of IT including architects and developers on architecture design and developing logical and physical data models.
• Communicates changes and enhancements verbally or through written documentation to developers, sponsors and business stakeholders.
• Participates in and provide analysis shaping requirements, development estimates, and system designs.
• Works with test and QA to validate releases, match the requirements set for it.
• Attends monthly release and perform SIT testing.
• Manages document repositories, maintenance and updates of project documentation library.
• Reviews progress and evaluates result accuracy and efficiency.
• Conducts basic financial modeling, project planning, analytical and problem solving.
• Organizes system work and runs it as a program, with a long-term vision.

EDUCATION:

Bachelor’s Degree (accredited) in Business Administration or similar area of study, or in lieu of degree, High School Diploma or GED (accredited) and 5-10 years of relevant work experience.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

• 5-10 years experience as a Business Analyst, Project Coordinator, or Project Manager.
• Agile, PMBOK, and Waterfall methodologies.
• Requirement gathering for core technology, system and internal applications projects.
• Jira, confluence, or smart sheets for project plans and/or reporting.
• PMP or CBAP certification
• Data Mapping

ADDITIONAL DETAILS

• This is a hybrid role with at least 3x per week onsite work; local candidates only
• There would be a contract period to qualify for an offer of fulltime salaried position
• If there is FTE headcount available these resources will be considered
• No travel required for this role
• 2 step interview process<

To Apply: Contact Pete Mauro
Phone: 312-304-0566
Email: pmauro@enore-c.com

Job Title: AI DEVELOPER

AI Developer
Location: Houston, Texas

Summary:

• 5+ Experience designing and implementing conversational bots for various channels (chat and voice).
• 5+ Experienced with Genesys GIA, Google Dialogflow, web hooks, and React Native development.
• 5+ Experience in designing/developing user centric conversation experiences involving chat or voice.
• 5+ Experience with Google Cloud Platforms (GCP)
• 5+ Experience Integrating APIs using NodeJS and Python
• Strong understanding of sentiment analysis, Intent classification, dialog flows, personality insight, Text to Speech, Speech to Text
• Experience in architecting and building AI powered chatbot applications using Dialogflow
• Experience with Jira and Github
• Hands on builder experience, able to learn through building and reduce solution ambiguity through targeted prototype development and testing
• Proficient at collaboration and building trusted relationships with cross functional teams
• Critical Thinking & Problem-Solving skills
• Ability to perform with challenging timelines
• Should document and share the knowledge.
• Strong Analytical skills/troubleshooting skills.

EDUCATION:

Bachelor’s Degree (accredited) in Business Administration or similar area of study, or in lieu of degree, High School Diploma or GED (accredited) and 5-10 years of relevant work experience

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

5-10 years experience as A Senior Developer in AI-related applications as noted above.

ADDITIONAL DETAILS

• This is a hybrid role with at least 3x per week onsite work; local candidates only
• Preferred candidates would be local to the Houston area and available to work onsite fulltime
• No travel required for this role
• 2 step interview process

To Apply: Contact Pete Mauro
Phone: 312-304-0566
Email: pmauro@enore-c.com

Job Title: Accountant

Job Responsibilities: Examine financial statements to ensure that they are accurate and comply with laws and regulations. Manage cash flow by forecasting and analyzing financial data. Perform all accounting function such as Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll, monthly statement preparation, and reconciliation. Prepare detailed reports on audit filings. Inspect account books and accounting systems for efficiency, effectiveness, and use of accepted accounting procedures to records transactions. Examine and evaluate financial and information systems, recommending control to ensure system reliability and date integrity. Develop, maintain, or analyze budgets, preparing periodic reports that compare budgeted costs to actual costs. Prepare, examine, or analyze accounting records, financial statements, or other financial reports to assess accuracy, completeness, and conformance to reporting and procedure standards.

Salary: $51,501.00/year

Work Schedule: 8:30 am – 5:30 pm; 40 Hrs/week (M-F)

Job Requirements: Bachelor of Science in Accounting or Foreign equivalent plus two years of relevant experience in accounting using Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and QuickBooks.

Work Location: 1701 E Woodfield Rd, Suite 910, Schaumburg, IL 60173

To apply: Sr. Manager
Encore Consulting Services, Inc.
1701 E Woodfield Rd, Suite # 910
Schaumburg, IL 60173

Job Title: Systems Analyst

Job Responsibilities: Encore Consulting Services, an IL-based Information Technology Solutions company, has multiple openings for Systems Analyst (for locations nationwide). Designing the Content Management System for Various system which involved layout, UI pages, CSS and service catalog work. Implement and manage IP network devices including routers, switches, & working with firewalls, and VoIP teams. Maintains operation of multi-user computer systems, including coordination with network engineers. Implementation, Customization and Maintenance of ITIL modules such as Incident, Change, Problem, Knowledge, Service Catalog, CMDB in Service-Now. Develop roadmap and blueprints to enable client transition to Service based organization with clear, realistic, and pragmatic goals that are aligned with strategic direction.Req.: U.S. Master’s dgr in C.Sci, IT or rltd +1 yrs. exp. OTHER REQUIREMENTS: At least 12 months of experience in VMware, SOAP, Rest Protocols, Service Now, Linux, vSphere, ESXi hosts, UI pages, CSS and Service Catalog Work. Encore Consulting Services is an equal opportunity employer. Submit resume and salary requirements to: Encore Consulting Services, Inc., Attn HR, 1701 E Woodfield Road, STE 910, Schaumburg, IL60173. Use Reference Code SV0002, when responding; Travel and relocation possible to various unanticipated client locations throughout the U.S. The candidates may be assigned to work at client sites across the U.S.

Job Title: Software Engineer

Job Description: Encore Consulting Services, Inc., IL -based IT Solutions company, has multiple openings for Software Engineer (for locations nationwide). Responsibilities Include: Design and develop integrated system solutions for complex projects and multi-tiered applications. Consult with clients for project requirement gathering, analysis and developing project specifications. Create and maintain user accounts, profiles, security, rights, disk space and process monitoring. Be engaged in all stages of the software development life cycle (SDLC) in Agile methodology including requirement gathering, analysis, designing, developing, testing, and deploying.

Req.: Employer will accept a US master’s degree in computer science, Computer Information Systems, or related. At least two years of experience in AWS EC2, Jenkins, Pivotal Cloud Foundry, Java/J2EE, JSP, Rest API, Servlets, HTML, CSS, jQuery, Java Script, Python scripting, Shell scripting, Bash scripting, Apache Tomcat, CSS, Spring MVC Framework, Jfrog artifactory, Maven, JUnit, SVN, Windows XP.

Submit resume and salary requirements to: Encore Consulting Services, Inc. 1701 E Woodfield Rd, Suite 910, Schaumburg, IL, 60173. Travel and relocation possible to various unanticipated client locations throughout the U.S.