Project Controls Analyst Lead

Livermore, CA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 4 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

We have an opening for a Project Controls Analyst Lead who will coordinate and ensure the production integrity and integration of cost schedule and earned value data while supporting baseline change management and project controls execution across assigned projects. This position is in the Project Management Office (PMO).

This position will be filled at either level based on knowledge and related experience as assessed by the hiring team. Additional job responsibilities (outlined below) will be assigned if hired at the higher level.

You will

Perform and coordinate project controls execution for assigned projects including integrating cost schedule and earned value data to ensure accuracy consistency and compliance with institutional standards.
Develop maintain and deliver project performance reporting and dashboards by synthesizing data from multiple systems; troubleshoot and resolve data integrity and traceability issues in collaboration with functional partners.
Prepare validate and explain Estimates at Completion (EACs) variance analyses and forecasts translating performance drivers into actionable risks issues and recommendations for project leadership.
Support baseline development baseline maintenance and change control/configuration management processes ensuring documentation traceability and compliance.
Apply qualitative and quantitative risk methods (for example Monte Carlo analysis) as needed to assess cost and schedule risk and recommend mitigation strategies.
Provide work guidance mentoring and peer review for other project controls analysts; contribute to onboarding and tool and process training.
Exercise independent judgment in resolving moderately complex issues escalating significant risks/issues as appropriate
perform other duties as assigned.

In addition at the TSS.4 level

Provide technical direction across multiple projects to drive consistent application of project controls processes tools and reporting practices.
Serve as a key advisor to project leadership on complex high-visibility project controls issues including interpretation of performance trends drivers and corrective actions.
Lead improvements to dashboards reporting tools and project control methodologies including piloting and scaling enhancements aligned with institutional standards.
Facilitate cross-functional alignment and resolution of complex issues in a matrixed environment influencing outcomes without direct authority.
Lead development and delivery of training content for project controls practices where needed.

Qualifications :

Ability to maintain a U.S. DOE Q-level security clearance which requires U.S. citizenship.
Bachelors degree in a technical engineering business or related discipline; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience with project control tools such as Primavera (P6) MS Project Deltek Cobra or equivalent systems at a level commensurate with the position classification.
Knowledge of project cost control planning and scheduling earned value management and risk analysis with advanced capability expected at the TSS.4 level.
Demonstrated ability to perform and coordinate complex cost schedule and risk analyses for assigned projects including developing and evaluating EACs and forecasting methodologies.
Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite especially Excel and PowerPoint.
Strong analytical organizational and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
Ability to synthesize data from multiple systems into clear and effective reports and presentations.
Experience collaborating with stakeholders to ensure integrity and security of project control data.

In addition at the TSS.4 level

Demonstrated ability to lead mentor or provide technical direction to analysts or project teams.
Highly advanced interpersonal skills with the ability to influence without direct authority and build alignment across multiple stakeholders.
Expert-level communication skills with the ability to translate complex data into clear decision-ready insights for senior leadership.
Proven ability to facilitate discussions resolve conflicts and drive consensus in a matrixed environment.
Experience prioritizing and delegating work while maintaining accountability for team deliverables.
High level of professionalism and sound judgment in high-visibility or high-pressure situations.

Desired Qualifications

Experience with project risk integration and Monte Carlo tools (for example Crystal Ball ARM).
PMP or CAPM certification.
Experience across the full project lifecycle including baseline development change control and performance reporting.

Pay Range

$154950 - $235692 Annually

$154950 - $196476 (TSS.3) Annually

$185850 - $235692 (TSS.4) Annually

This is the lowest to highest salary range in good faith we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An employees position within the salary range will be based on several factors including but not limited to specific competencies relevant education qualifications certifications experience skills seniority geographic location performance and business or organizational needs.

Additional Information :

#LI-Hybrid

Position Information

This is a Career Indefinite position open to Lab employees and external candidates.

Why Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory

Included in 2026 Best Places to Work by Glassdoor!
Flexible Benefits Package
401(k)
Relocation Assistance
Education Reimbursement Program
Flexible schedules (*depending on project needs)
Our values - visit Clearance
This position requires a Department of Energy (DOE) Q-level clearance. If you are selected we will initiate a Federal background investigation to determine if you meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information or matter. Also all L or Q cleared employees are subject to random drug testing. Q-level clearance requires U.S. citizenship.
Pre-Employment Drug Test
External applicant(s) selected for this position must pass a post-offer pre-employment drug test. This includes testing for use of marijuana as Federal Law applies to us as a Federal Contractor.
Wireless and Medical Devices
Per the Department of Energy (DOE) Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory must meet certain restrictions with the use and/or possession of mobile devices in Limited Areas. Depending on your job duties you may be required to work in a Limited Area where you are not permitted to have a personal and/or laboratory mobile device in your possession. This includes but not limited to cell phones tablets fitness devices wireless headphones and other Bluetooth/wireless enabled devices.
If you use a medical device which pairs with a mobile device you must still follow the rules concerning the mobile device in individual sections within Limited Areas. Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities require separate approval. Hearing aids without wireless capabilities or wireless that has been disabled are allowed in Limited Areas Secure Space and Transit/Buffer Space within buildings.
How to identify fake job advertisements
Please be aware of recruitment scams where people or entities are misusing the name of Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) to post fake job advertisements. LLNL never extends an offer without a personal interview and will never charge a fee for joining our company. All current job openings are displayed on the Career Page under Find Your Job of our website. If you have encountered a job posting or have been approached with a job offer that you suspect may be fraudulent we strongly recommend you do not respond.
To learn more about recruitment scams: Employment Opportunity
We are an equal opportunity employer that is committed to providing all with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion marital status national origin ancestry sex sexual orientation gender identity disability medical condition pregnancy protected veteran status age citizenship or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws.
Reasonable Accommodation
Our goal is to create an accessible and inclusive experience for all candidates applying and interviewing at the Laboratory. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or the recruiting process please use our online form to submit a request.
California Privacy Notice
The California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) grants privacy rights to all California residents. The law also entitles job applicants employees and non-employee workers to be notified of what personal information LLNL collects and for what purpose. The Employee Privacy Notice can be accessed here.

Remote Work :
No

Employment Type :
Full-time

You will

Perform and coordinate project controls execution for assigned projects including integrating cost schedule and earned value data to ensure accuracy consistency and compliance with institutional standards.
Develop maintain and deliver project performance reporting and dashboards by synthesizing data from multiple systems; troubleshoot and resolve data integrity and traceability issues in collaboration with functional partners.
Prepare validate and explain Estimates at Completion (EACs) variance analyses and forecasts translating performance drivers into actionable risks issues and recommendations for project leadership.
Support baseline development baseline maintenance and change control/configuration management processes ensuring documentation traceability and compliance.
Apply qualitative and quantitative risk methods (for example Monte Carlo analysis) as needed to assess cost and schedule risk and recommend mitigation strategies.
Provide work guidance mentoring and peer review for other project controls analysts; contribute to onboarding and tool and process training.
Exercise independent judgment in resolving moderately complex issues escalating significant risks/issues as appropriate
perform other duties as assigned.

In addition at the TSS.4 level

Provide technical direction across multiple projects to drive consistent application of project controls processes tools and reporting practices.
Serve as a key advisor to project leadership on complex high-visibility project controls issues including interpretation of performance trends drivers and corrective actions.
Lead improvements to dashboards reporting tools and project control methodologies including piloting and scaling enhancements aligned with institutional standards.
Facilitate cross-functional alignment and resolution of complex issues in a matrixed environment influencing outcomes without direct authority.
Lead development and delivery of training content for project controls practices where needed.

Qualifications :

Ability to maintain a U.S. DOE Q-level security clearance which requires U.S. citizenship.
Bachelors degree in a technical engineering business or related discipline; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience with project control tools such as Primavera (P6) MS Project Deltek Cobra or equivalent systems at a level commensurate with the position classification.
Knowledge of project cost control planning and scheduling earned value management and risk analysis with advanced capability expected at the TSS.4 level.
Demonstrated ability to perform and coordinate complex cost schedule and risk analyses for assigned projects including developing and evaluating EACs and forecasting methodologies.
Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite especially Excel and PowerPoint.
Strong analytical organizational and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
Ability to synthesize data from multiple systems into clear and effective reports and presentations.
Experience collaborating with stakeholders to ensure integrity and security of project control data.

In addition at the TSS.4 level

Demonstrated ability to lead mentor or provide technical direction to analysts or project teams.
Highly advanced interpersonal skills with the ability to influence without direct authority and build alignment across multiple stakeholders.
Expert-level communication skills with the ability to translate complex data into clear decision-ready insights for senior leadership.
Proven ability to facilitate discussions resolve conflicts and drive consensus in a matrixed environment.
Experience prioritizing and delegating work while maintaining accountability for team deliverables.
High level of professionalism and sound judgment in high-visibility or high-pressure situations.

Desired Qualifications

Experience with project risk integration and Monte Carlo tools (for example Crystal Ball ARM).
PMP or CAPM certification.
Experience across the full project lifecycle including baseline development change control and performance reporting.

Pay Range

$154950 - $235692 Annually

$154950 - $196476 (TSS.3) Annually

$185850 - $235692 (TSS.4) Annually

Additional Information :

#LI-Hybrid

Position Information

This is a Career Indefinite position open to Lab employees and external candidates.

Why Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory

Included in 2026 Best Places to Work by Glassdoor!
Flexible Benefits Package
401(k)
Relocation Assistance
Education Reimbursement Program
Flexible schedules (*depending on project needs)
Our values - visit Clearance
This position requires a Department of Energy (DOE) Q-level clearance. If you are selected we will initiate a Federal background investigation to determine if you meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information or matter. Also all L or Q cleared employees are subject to random drug testing. Q-level clearance requires U.S. citizenship.
Pre-Employment Drug Test
External applicant(s) selected for this position must pass a post-offer pre-employment drug test. This includes testing for use of marijuana as Federal Law applies to us as a Federal Contractor.
Wireless and Medical Devices
Per the Department of Energy (DOE) Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory must meet certain restrictions with the use and/or possession of mobile devices in Limited Areas. Depending on your job duties you may be required to work in a Limited Area where you are not permitted to have a personal and/or laboratory mobile device in your possession. This includes but not limited to cell phones tablets fitness devices wireless headphones and other Bluetooth/wireless enabled devices.
If you use a medical device which pairs with a mobile device you must still follow the rules concerning the mobile device in individual sections within Limited Areas. Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities require separate approval. Hearing aids without wireless capabilities or wireless that has been disabled are allowed in Limited Areas Secure Space and Transit/Buffer Space within buildings.
How to identify fake job advertisements
Please be aware of recruitment scams where people or entities are misusing the name of Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) to post fake job advertisements. LLNL never extends an offer without a personal interview and will never charge a fee for joining our company. All current job openings are displayed on the Career Page under Find Your Job of our website. If you have encountered a job posting or have been approached with a job offer that you suspect may be fraudulent we strongly recommend you do not respond.
To learn more about recruitment scams: Employment Opportunity
We are an equal opportunity employer that is committed to providing all with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion marital status national origin ancestry sex sexual orientation gender identity disability medical condition pregnancy protected veteran status age citizenship or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws.
Reasonable Accommodation
Our goal is to create an accessible and inclusive experience for all candidates applying and interviewing at the Laboratory. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or the recruiting process please use our online form to submit a request.
California Privacy Notice
The California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) grants privacy rights to all California residents. The law also entitles job applicants employees and non-employee workers to be notified of what personal information LLNL collects and for what purpose. The Employee Privacy Notice can be accessed here.

Remote Work :
No

Employment Type :
Full-time

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