ANR Group Inc is seeking an experienced Project Controls Professional III to support ongoing project needs in Richland, Washington.
This role offers a premium pay range of $75–$100 per hour, full benefits, and the chance to step into a one year assignment with strong potential for extension. We’re looking for a driven professional ready to contribute immediately in a fast moving project environment. This is an active recruitment that may close at any time without notice, so interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK – SPECIFIC

Responsible for leading with minimal supervision the development, coordination, tracking and execution, to include:
• Provide Project Controls oversight of assigned Capital and O&M projects and adhere to Earned Value Management (EVM) principles.
• Regular and proactive collaboration within the department and external customers
• Provide technical direction and support to project managers through regular touch base meetings.
• Develop project cost schedule using project cost estimates and project manager input using available tools and processes.
• Monitor project performance against the baseline schedule by analyzing variances and trends.
• Provide monthly analysis and financial summaries to supported managers and Corporate Finance.
• Develop recommendations for corrective actions to project managers to recover cost and schedule deviations back to the established baseline schedule.
• Recommend changes to the Long-Range Plan based on current project performance and lessons learned through project controls.
• Ensure identified risks and opportunities are tracked and monitored using the appropriate tools.
• Understand and process approved project baseline changes following the change management process.
• Process monthly journal entries into the financial system.
• Assist with the onboarding and training of new Project Controls staff.
• Review journal entries for accuracy prior to posting in the financial system.
• Review baseline changes to ensure adherence to Project Controls procedures and practices.
• Maintain Project Controls P6 schedule layouts.
• Provide Project Controls and EVM initial and refresher training to project managers and project supervision.
• Providing coaching and feedback to Project Controls Analysts and reinforce standards and expectations for both EN and Project Controls.
• Review variance explanations to ensure alignment with Project Controls standards and expectations.
• Coordinate and facilitate monthly Project Status Report (PSR) review meetings with supported project groups.
• Identify and propose changes and or improvements to Project Controls processes.
• Perform any special assignments and exhibit leadership qualities and demonstrate proficiencies using gained knowledge through experience and education.

REQUIRED EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE

• Requires a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university and 6-10 years of industrial level experience working with financial/accounting/budgeting/risk position, preferably within a large company or profit center
• OR an AA degree and 12 years of industrial level experience working with financial/accounting/budgeting/risk position, preferably within a large company or profit center
• OR a High school diploma or GED and 14 years of industrial level experience working with financial/accounting/budgeting/risk position, preferably within a large company or profit center.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, Power BI, and PowerPoint
• Must possess an understanding of planning, financial management, budgeting practices and risk management.
• Must maintain detailed knowledge and understanding of corporate strategies and management initiatives.
• Demonstrated focus on developing quality work products with limited oversight and effective at validating expectations.
• Strong presentation and communication skills and the ability to handle oneself professionally and credibly with audiences from department managers to senior leaders. This will require fielding questions and will often require presentations.
• Ability to work as a team member or leader.
• Ability to establish goals, set priorities, and maintain an awareness of interrelationships among activities
• Must be able to function as both a service provider and a controller
• Utility industry experience preferred
• Process Improvement experience
• Experience in nuclear power generation business processes including work management, operations, HR, finance, accounting, project management.
• Previous BWR nuclear power experience in Project Controls with EVMS applications

DESIRED EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE

• Formal training on Primavera P6 Professional
• Certification via the Project Management Institute (PMP, PBA, SP, CAPM, or RMP).
• A general understanding of nuclear plant operations, and more detailed knowledge of the mission and business requirements of supported organizations.
• Must be generally familiar with project and net billing agreements.
• A general knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles.
• Working knowledge of Earned Value Management (EMV) methodology and practices
• Knowledge and experience with Primavera P6 Professional
• Knowledge of BWR plant systems and components, system interrelationships, design basis, and regulatory requirements (FSAR, industry codes, etc.)
• Demonstrated ability to maximize performance through leadership is highly desired

CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

• Preferred CCP, PMP, or equivalent.

ANR offers full benefits including paid holidays, Paid Time Off and Medical, Dental and Vision insurance as well as 401k Match.

Applicants must be punctual, have a good work ethic, and be able to successfully complete pre-employment testing and background investigation.

ANR Group Inc is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. We recruit and hire employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran.