Overview:
MSTS is in need of a Project Control Specialist with a minimum of 8 years of experience, including line-item experience to support the ASD project. P6 scheduling, EVM, and CAM support are the primary responsibilities, along with some cost and reporting duties. This will be a remote position with quarterly travel to the NNSS, and additional travel as needed.

Responsibilities
EGS is seeking a Principal Project Controls Specialist to support multiple projects at the Device Assembly Facility (DAF) complex. The DAF infrastructure projects will enable the successful mission of the NNSS. This Project Controls Specialist position will help plan future DAF projects, then monitor them through execution in support of the integrated project team.

Key Responsibilities

Responsibilities will include both cost and schedule support as part of a centralized Project Controls organization.
Support the development and execution of project and functional planning.
Develop, maintain, and monitor performance baselines, including the change control process.
May assist Project Managers in the management of specific projects, including acting as Project Manager in the PM's absence.
Mentor and train junior-level Project Controls Specialists.
Develop and maintain Primavera P6 schedules to include full loading of resource requirements and integration with the Cobra performance-reporting database.
Ensure Earned Value Management process compliance.
Contribute to project estimate development and incorporation into the P6 schedule.
Learn functionality of new or updated project controls system.
Create and monitor use of project charge numbers.
Work with project manager to develop and process baseline change requests (BCRs).
Allocate and monitor project funding.
Work with Control Account Managers to develop variance analysis and track corrective actions.
Work with subject matter experts (SMEs) and project stakeholders to document scope.
Participate in project surveillances and audits.
Develop P6 schedule activities using scope defined in the project Work Breakdown Structure (WBS).
Perform Critical Path and Float analyses and report results to project management.
Monitor remaining project scope and needed resources to develop accurate Estimate to Complete.
Conduct project management briefings and prepare reports to reflect program/project status, cost and schedule trends, funding, and project uncertainties.
Manage time and set priorities to successfully complete project deliverables.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Science, Engineering, Math or Business-related field and at least 8 years of professional level experience or equivalent training and experience.
Preferred knowledge in the following areas: data analytics, budgeting, forecasting, scheduling, critical thinking, problem solving, creativity, inquiry skills, innovation, collaboration, communication, and adaptability.
Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint and Word), Deltek Cobra (or similar system), Primavera P6 (or similar system), and Oracle ERP (or similar system).
Advanced MS Excel skills desired.
Ability to manipulate large amounts of data with minimal errors.
Communication and organization skills, and ability to work in a team environment.
Must be detail-oriented.
Proficiency in the following processes and tool sets:
Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) development.
Work Authorization process.
Primavera P6 schedule development and execution process.
Develop and maintain Primavera P6 schedules to include full loading of resource requirements and integration with the Cobra performance-reporting database.
Earned Value Management (EVM) techniques.
Estimating processes and techniques.
Application System processes.
Opening and closing of charge numbers in the accounting system.
Change Control process, including client supporting data.
Baseline development, control, and reporting.
Funds application process and control.
Supporting the Variance Analysis process.
Requirements definition.
Develop WBS, and Dictionary based on requirements.
Support internal/external reviews and validations.
Extrapolate a schedule from the WBS.
Use the schedule to support a complete Critical Path/Float analysis.
Convert Estimates to Budgets in support of planning process.
Develop Estimates to Complete.
Conducting project management briefings and prepare reports to reflect program/project status, cost and schedule trends, funding, and project uncertainties.
Facilitating the management team in all phases of the program life-cycle: initiation, planning, control, and closure.
Ability to handle multiple fiscal-related tasks and both difficult and challenging financial analysis situations while handling multiple tasks and setting priorities.