MATRIX is looking for a Project Controls Specialist to support long-range planning of nuclear projects. Develop preliminary and refined estimates to support budgeting and funding authorization. Shapes loosely defined project ideas into structured estimates for governance approval.

Hours: Standard daytime hours (e.g., 8-5). Occasional overtime may be required depending on workload.

Duration: One year

Location: Minneapolis, MN

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBLITIES

Perform primary project controls assignments to support Project Managers.
Accountable for generating reports, assisting with control activities, responding to data requests and developing/maintaining/supporting project schedules and/or detailed cost tracking.
Coordinates with Project Managers to obtain weekly and monthly cost and schedule updates.
Assist the Project Managers in providing accurate project forecasting and review of expenditures
Reviews project backlogs in Oracle Unifier and spreadsheets
Collaborates with initiators and asset owners, references historical data, and develops estimates
Heavy interfacing with internal stakeholders
Perform primarily office and non-manual work.
Perform work related to the management or general business operations of MATRIX or its customers/clients, while exercising discretion and independent judgment with respect to matters of significance to MATRIX and its customers/clients.
Interface with managers or head of a unit/department requiring the integration of multiple functional organizations.
Use lessons learned to improve quality of MATRIXs future projects; make recommendations to MATRIX as to the implementations of future policies and procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS:

REQUIRED:

Project management and estimating experience (preferably nuclear).
Familiarity with Oracle Unifier, understanding project finance and controls.
Experience with work order planning and operations, construction estimating background acceptable.
Must have advanced MS Excel skills. Experience with Primavera P6, SAP Work and Asset Management required depending on additional job details.
The ability to communicate well both verbally and written as a business necessity to ensure the safe and efficient operations of business. Clear, concise and effective fluency in the English language is essential.

PREFERRED:

8-10 years of experience in project estimating, preferably in nuclear or utility environments. No degree required.
Familiarity with data analytics reporting tools preferred.
PMP or nuclear-specific certifications are a plus.