SUMMARY: The Project Controls Specialist (PCS) IV will provide project controls support to Fermi Research Alliance (FRA) at Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory (FNAL).
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.
The contracted Project Controls Specialists IV (PCS) shall be responsible to plan and implement cost and schedule project control functions for science, engineering, or construction on the projects from the earliest stages of project planning through execution and closeout.
The PCS provides oversite of the work, resources, and dollars using project controls tools drawing from advanced understanding of project management methodology, project control principles, and hands-on experience with Primavera P6, cost estimation, and risk management tools. Using their expertise and tools they successfully develop project integrated resource loaded schedules, activity coding, and reports using appropriate software tools including cost estimating, risk management, scheduling, and cost processing software for project cost and earned value management. They may provide leadership or advice to other PCS. They may interface with other PCS in the development of templates, serving as a scheduling and cost processing tool expert, and advising division/project managers on the trends and progress of their plans and schedules.
The PCS will be responsible for the preparation and analysis of monthly trend and Earned Value (EV) performance reports, and for processing updates to the Estimate to Complete (EAC) updates and implementing baseline revisions. The PCS will provide leadership or advice during the development, and implementation of the projects(s) Earned Value Management System (EVMS) compliant Performance Measurement Baseline (PMB). The PMB must meet standards required for DOE CD gateways including CD-1, CD-2, CD-3, and CD-4.
The PCS shall be capable of drawing upon their advanced understanding of project management methodology, risk management, cost estimating, project control principles, and hands-on experience with Primavera P6, cost estimation, and risk management to successfully develop project integrated resource loaded schedules, activity coding, and reports using appropriate software tools including cost estimating, risk management, scheduling, and cost processing software for project cost and earned value management.
The PCS will assist with the implementation of all aspects of an earned value management system on the assigned project(s), in accordance to FRA EVMS which may include but is not limited to the following:
Developing and maintaining a fully integrated resource loaded schedule
Assisting technical management in developing resource requirements to support the project cost estimates
Performing analysis of the project schedule using critical path methodology
Managing and incorporate changes to the working/forecast schedule and Performance Measurement Baseline
Generate performance measurement monthly reports for the management team
Interface with project technical staff to define scope of work, baseline changes variance analysis, and implementation of corrective actions
Present earned value analysis data at project management meetings and internal/external reviews
Support the development and deployment of new techniques and tools
Supporting monthly risk management tools, processes, and meetings
Supporting the line managers, project managers and project teams in developing, implementing, and maintaining project controls systems (e.g., planning, scheduling, control, reporting, and performance measurement requirements), and the Project Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)
Participating in developing and maintaining fully integrated resource loaded schedules using standard project management scheduling and EV methodology providing efficient, effective, and responsive project controls, standards, and procedures to ensure assigned projects comply with DOE, Lab and project controls requirements
Participating in project start-up on complex projects with substantial scope, and develops detailed project controls plans, statements of work, and other types of planning documents
Participating in constructing and maintaining time-phased budgets, work schedules, work breakdown structures, and cost account plans
Performing project earned value data analysis in conjunction with the Control Account Managers (CAM) and Project Manager
Performing trend projections, develops metrics to analyze project performance, and generates performance measurement monthly reports for the management team
Analyzing and evaluating existing EVMS, while recommending, designing develop- ing, and implementing changes and new systems, striving to make project controls systems more efficient, effective, and responsive
Interacting and collaborating with others in providing a development plan and annual performance goals relating to Lab’s objectives or translate needs to value-added products/services
Interfacing with the project’s technical staff, financial staff, project managers and the functional managers on all aspects of cost control and scheduling
Working with the project’s technical staff, project management, and the functional managers to:
Develop resource needs (Labor and M&S) and the project’s Basis of Estimate (BOE); incorporate changes to the schedule and/or baseline
Process Estimate to Complete (ETC) updates to generate the project’s Estimate at Completion (EAC)
Manage and maintain the project’s Change Control process
Perform Baseline Changes and Variance analysis, and implement corrective actions
Develop project’s cost estimates, monthly status and performance reporting
Develop presentations pertaining to the project schedules, resources, and project performance
Participating in the creation and implementation of proposed subcontracts with respect to schedule requirements imposed on subcontractors; interacts with Lab managers in monitoring and directing the efforts of subcontractors; participates in meetings involving schedule creation, maintenance and revisions of subcontractors.
Respect, understand and value individual differences that embody the principles of diversity.
Abiding by and performing all duties in accordance with all environmental, health and safety regulations and practices pertinent to this position.
Training and directing junior staff in the above project controls responsibilities
Other specific project control discipline duties may include performing independent cost estimations, quality assessment reviews, or risk analysis reviews
NON-ESSENTIAL DUTIES: Perform other duties as assigned
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline
13+ years of Project Controls/Project Management experience; 12+ years of scheduling experience; 10+ years of Primavera P6 experience
Expert knowledge and hands-on application skills in Primavera P6 are required
Demonstrates understanding and implementation of EI 748 EVMS Standards
Excellent communication skills and attention to detail; experience leading groups and teams on large projects in a fast-paced environment
Solid analysis and reasoning skills
COMPUTER SKILLS:
Skill in operating a personal computer and standard office equipment
Expert in MS Office suite (Word, Excel, and Power Point); moderate skill in MS Excel spreadsheets with advanced functions (Pivot tables, data integration, advanced manipulation, building templates).
Experience with application of Primavera P6 in large capital construction is highly desired
Experience with Department of Energy and specifically DOE 413 is highly desired
Experience with Deltek Cobra Cost Processing Tools (or equivalent i.e. MPM or Cost Manager) is desired
BCF Solutions, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in the E-Verify Employment Verification Program. EOE AA Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individual with Disabilities. BCF also maintains a drug-free workplace.
If you are a person with a disability requiring special accommodations or assistance to apply for a job please contact Human Resources at 703-935-4114.
Upon joining BCF and meeting certain eligibility requirements, you will be entitled to our full range of benefits. These include, but are not limited to, health, dental & vision insurance, term life insurance, disability insurance, paid holidays (11 days), personal time off (20 days), and a 401(k) program which includes a company match.