Immediate W2 contract position available in Richland, WA.
Estimated Duration: 13 Months

Job Description / Desired Qualifications:

Description:
Senior/Leading SME: Most high-level roles require 10–15 years of hands-on experience in a relevant niche.
Mid-Level SME: Often requires 5–8 years of specialized experience, with the ability to lead initiatives independently.

Expert Certification: Industry bodies like the IMC USA require 10 years for an "Experienced" level certification and 20+ years for "Management" level consultants
Provide expert guidance in strategic planning and project controls functions
Assist with defining project management and project performance measurement methodologies
Advise leadership to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget
Support decision-making through expert analysis, metrics, and recommendations
Collaborate with executives, partners, and key stakeholders across the organization

Principal Accountabilities:
Advise on, develop, and recommend project management processes aligned with industry best practices and company strategy
Review and assess project budgets and schedules; provide recommendations to ensure compliance with company policies and standards
Develop, analyze, and report key performance metrics to measure project success
Recommend, document, and support business administration, risk management, and change management practices
Provide coaching, workshops, and expert guidance on project management methodologies and earned value management as requested

Required Education and Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in business administration, computer science, or a related technical field OR an additional five (5) years of relevant experience in lieu of degree
Ten (10) years of project management or project controls experience
Minimum of five (5) years in a leadership or advisory role
Extensive knowledge of project controls and use of P6 and other project management software tools

Desired Education and Experience:
Experience in construction or mega-project environments
Experience supporting executive-level and stakeholder communications
Experience developing and maintaining integrated project plans

Required abilities and skills:
Demonstrated leadership skills to motivate and coordinate teams toward shared goals
Ability to influence and guide stakeholders without direct authority
Ability to provide expert recommendations and facilitate adoption of best practices
Desired Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Demonstrated ability to drive outcomes through subject-matter expertise and advisory engagement
Earned Value Management (EVM) certification
Work Environment:
Primarily office-based work environment
Occasional travel and site tours as required