Project Controls Analyst (NWS 00887)

Project Controls Analyst (NWS 00887)

North Wind Services is actively seeking individuals who can contribute to national security within the science technology and engineering fields as part of our supplemental labor team at vital federal research and development installations supporting the Department of Energy. NWS has an established history of contributing to the success of their customers mission. Available employment opportunities may range from administrative and logistical support to advanced technical positions.

Qualified applicants must be a US citizen at least 18 years of age and able to meet pre-employment requirements including any required physical drug screen and/or background investigation to satisfy clearance requirements from the Department of Energy.

Successful candidates will be employees of NWS a premier government contractor charged with employing highly motivated and well-qualified personnel who can advance the missions of the Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory in Livermore CA. Though employed by NWS the employee will take day-to-day directions from technical personnel employed directly by the research laboratories. Pay benefits Human Resource and Employment Management functions are provided by NWS.

The Engineering Directorate has an opening for a qualified Project Controls Analyst (PCA) to work within the National Security Engineering Division (NSED). The successful will have experience in Primavera P6 and Earned Value Management to support the National Security Engineering Divisions (NSED) Weapons and Infrastructure Programs. With minimal direction the successful candidate will provide support for the implementation of project controls functions in accordance with laboratory and sponsor requirements.

Essential Duties
- Coordinate with programming teams to develop detailed resource-loaded schedules that will support earned value reporting.
- Monitor implement and document baseline change requests (BCRs) following programmatic requirements.
- Collaborate with program team members proactively obtain update review and analyze monthly schedule status.
- Generate earned value metrics and analyses in support of program planning and reporting requirements.
- Interface with designated counterparts for specific planning and schedule tasks/earned value presentations including participating in project meetings collecting progress data coordinating the development of monthly forecast budgets and revising project plans.
- Develop and provide on-the-job training for project controls procedures and processes.
- Ensure integrity of project controls data and compliance with processes and procedures.
- Responsible for integration of all project activities across program milestones to maintain project critical path.
- Implement a standardized suite of schedule reports and dashboards that enable program management to make data driven decisions.
- Develop and provide training/mentoring to program team members on planning and execution of earned value management systems.
- Perform all assignments in accordance with ES&H security and business practice requirements and policies.
- Perform other duties as assigned.

Essential Skills Knowledge and Abilities
- Ability to secure and maintain a U.S. DOE Q-level security clearance which requires U.S. citizenship
- Bachelors Degree in relevant functional discipline or equivalent combination of education and related experience.
- Advanced Earned Value implementation and analysis experience in developing and executing program plans.
- Advanced knowledge and experience using Primavera P6 and utilizing Excel for financial management.
- Experience independently and successfully clarifying issues analyzing concerns and resolving complex problems of an unusual nature; making and implementing sound decisions.
- Ability to maintain professionalism and accuracy while supporting interruptions in a dynamic working environment.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills necessary to communicate with multidisciplinary team members and project managers.
- Experience setting up and/or leading project controls scheduling functions.
- Expert knowledge and significant experience using Primavera P6.

Desired Skills Knowledge and Abilities
- Significant experience evaluating project performance conducting trend and forecast analyses; calculation and analysis of cost and schedule variances; and root cause analysis including preparation of recovery or corrective action plans identify potential risk areas.
- Experience preparing complex monthly project performance analysis schedule status reports and any additional project documentation as required through all phases of project lifecycle.
- Program Management Professional certification/license.
- Familiarity with technical processes and engineering drawings.
- Experience developing EVM and financial reports.

Special Requirements
Pre-Placement Medical Exam: A job related pre-placement medical examination may be required.
Pre-employment drug test: External applicant(s) selected for this position will be required to pass a post offer pre-employment drug test.
Anticipated Government Clearance Level: Q (position will be cleared to this level). Applicants selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information or addition all L or Q cleared employees are subject to random drug testing. Q-level clearance requires U.S. citizenship. If you hold multiple citizenships (U.S. and another country) you may be required to renounce your non-U.S. citizenship before a DOE L or Q clearance will be processed/granted.

North Wind offers a competitive pay and benefits package to include health life and disability insurance benefits 401(k) with company match generous paid leave and tuition reimbursement for eligible employees. As a company we are committed to employee wellness professional development and work-life balance. We value safety reliability and commitment to our people! For more information about our benefits or hiring philosophy visit the North Wind Career Opportunities Page.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The nature of those accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying you may contact our Helpline 1- for assistance.

North Wind is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race sex color religion national origin age disability veteran status genetic data religion or other legally protected status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.