Director - Capital Program Controls

BAE Systems•Kingsport, TN

6d•$153,377 - $260,743•Onsite

About The Position

BAE Systems is a leading global defense, security, and aerospace company. Our Ordnance Systems business is hiring an experienced Director – Capital Program Controls to join our team. As a Director, you will play an integral role in ensuring the successful modernization of our nation’s Munitions Industrial Base. You will be leading a team of construction schedulers and cost controllers to directly plan and support Integrated Project Teams. The successful candidate will be responsible for planning, monitoring, and controlling program costs, schedules, and performance to deliver modernized capabilities in a timely and efficient manner. This is a key leadership role that requires strong analytical, communication, and project management skills.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Business, Finance, Engineering, or related field and 12 years work experience or equivalent experience
Experience in Program Controls, Program Finance, or Program Management
Proven track record of successfully managing capital program controls for large-scale business
Proficiency in Earned Value Management System (EVMS) principles and application
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex data and develop insightful recommendations
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams
Demonstrated Leadership skills, with the ability to mentor, coach, and train team to reach excellence in cost and schedule control methodologies

Nice To Haves

Masters Degree
Professional Certification
Experience in managing full EVMS programs
Experience in Construction, Chemical, or Oil & Gas industries
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics

Responsibilities

Build and lead a Program Controls team, including developing and improving processes, systems, standards, frameworks, reports, and performance metrics
Guide the team in the preparation of programmatic baselines
Perform monthly/weekly cost and schedule analyses, such as variance analysis to identify and mitigate cost and scheduling risks
Develop and track Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and supporting metrics to support Product Line Leader decision making
Manage Earned Value Management System (EVMS); provide guidance and development of new tools to drive performance efficiency
Monitor, control, and communicate performance status and prepare reports and presentation
Guide the team to conduct detailed schedule risk assessments, identifying and mitigating program scheduling risks
Collaborate with Program Management, Engineering, Construction, and other stakeholders to ensure accurate scope execution and adherence to strict budgets in a fast-paced environment
Provide insightful recommendations to program management to drive data-based decision making; become a full scale business partner
Drive innovation and change, introduce industry best practices, high-efficiency systems, and mature functional capabilities
Create a culture where everyone is valued, engaged, and invested in our success
Develop, coach, mentor, and train team to drive performance, productivity, and growth