Project Controls Specialist
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Job Summary
The Project Controls 3 professional supports the Laboratorys Earned Value Management System (EVMS) and Project Controls System through advanced cost engineering estimating scheduling analysis and control. This senior-level position works with significant independence to resolve complex project controls issues identify trends requiring management attention and provide technical direction to project controls personnel as delegated.
Support implementation and maintenance of the Earned Value Management System (EVMS) and Project Controls System.
Perform cost estimating cost analysis cost control forecasting and related project controls activities.
Develop maintain monitor and analyze integrated project schedules using Primavera P6.
Evaluate project performance identify cost and schedule trends and communicate issues requiring management attention.
Perform schedule development status updates progress monitoring variance analysis and corrective-action support.
Provide technical direction and when delegated supervision for cost engineering and/or planning and scheduling activities.
Ensure assigned project controls work is completed accurately and according to established schedules and requirements.
Support project organizational and administrative activities and coordinate with project management engineering construction and other stakeholders.
Develop solutions to complex project controls issues using independent judgment creativity and in-depth analysis of variable factors.
Coordinate activities of other personnel as needed and contribute to the development or improvement of project controls methods and processes.
Work with Deltek Cobra for EVMS/cost processing and reporting including work performed on the Laboratory red network.
Bachelors degree and a minimum of eight years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Advanced experience performing monitoring and reviewing project planning scheduling cost engineering cost estimating cost control and cost analysis functions.
Hands-on Primavera P6 experience including schedule development maintenance monitoring and analysis.
Advanced knowledge of Earned Value Management System (EVMS) tools processes and project performance measurement.
Experience with Deltek Cobra administration and backend software capabilities including the ability to work with Cobra in a restricted/red-network environment.
Knowledge of engineering and construction management practices acquired through specialized instruction and/or practical experience.
Proficiency with multiple project controls software applications personal computer operating systems and standard business software.
Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work effectively with technical and non-technical personnel.
Ability to work full-time on-site in Los Alamos New Mexico on a 4/10 schedule.
Active Q clearance or ability to obtain and maintain a DOE Q clearance.
Active DOE Q clearance.
Advanced Deltek Cobra administration experience including backend configuration or software capabilities.
Prior experience using Cobra and project controls tools on a classified or restricted red network.
Experience supporting DOE/NNSA or other highly regulated government projects.
Post-graduate coursework in project management engineering construction management business or a related discipline.
Experience supervising training or providing technical direction to project controls personnel.
What We Offer
BGI offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package for eligible full-time employees in accordance with plan documents including:
- Pay depending on experience
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) -- giving employees a direct stake in the companys long-term success
- 100% employer-paid Dental Vision Life STD/LTD for all full-time employees; dependents can be added with payroll contributions
- Medical coverage -- PPO or HDHP plan options; dependents can be added with payroll contributions
- Abundant employer contribution for HSA enrollees
- Accident Critical Illness and Voluntary Life Insurance
- Robust PTO plan and 11 paid holidays per year
- Generous 401(k) with safe harbor program and up to 4% dollar-for-dollar match
- $1500 yearly personal development reimbursement for all levels of employees
- Corporate gym membership rates at Orangetheory Fitness
- Veteran Support -- Military Leave Program
- Excellent working environment with team building and bonding events
Required Skills:
Required Qualifications Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited college or university. Minimum 3 years of relevant electrical engineering experience aligned with facility design construction operation or maintenance. Demonstrated electrical power design experience preferably involving low-voltage systems below 480V including 208V and 120V applications. Experience developing construction documents technical specifications and engineering design packages. Experience supporting field implementation and resolving or mitigating field conditions that affect design or construction. Working knowledge of applicable industry and regulatory codes and standards including NEC NFPA IBC and NQA-1 as relevant to DOE/DoD facilities. Familiarity with typical engineering deliverables and configuration-controlled design documentation. Experience using CAD/drafting software and/or electronic drawing markup tools. Ability to work effectively both independently and within a multi-discipline engineering team. Preferred Qualifications Prior experience supporting DOE NNSA DoD national laboratory nuclear or other highly regulated facilities. Experience with electrical controls or control systems. Experience providing construction or field engineering support through installation testing commissioning or design change resolution. DOE Q clearance or prior experience working in a cleared environment. Clearance Requirements This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a DOE Q clearance. U.S. Citizenship is required with very limited exceptions and candidates must be at least 18 years of age.
