Principal Business Analyst - Project Controls

OUTSOURCE Consulting Services, Inc.•Aiken, SC

About The Position

Seeking a Principal Business Analyst - Project Controls to support our federal government client in Aiken, SC. Application Deadline: Tuesday, 03/24/2026 at 5:00 PM EDT. Requirements: The Contractor will be responsible for the organization, development, implementation, maintenance and accountability of total project controls, financial analysis or estimating applications designed to provide management with the total capability of maintaining planning, scheduling, financial analysis and cost control throughout the life cycle of a very complex or unique project or program. Under very limited supervision, performs project controls activities, prepares business/financial plans and reports on a periodic or ad hoc basis. Demonstrate proficient ability and knowledge in the development of cost and schedule baselines, milestone schedules, work breakdown structures, spend out plans to establish optimum conditions and effective utilization of resources and facilities, including equipment, manpower, and funding Utilize advanced project control concepts to demonstrate personal expertise and leadership in the application of controls including the development of advanced system applications Provide state-of-the art technical control expertise to guide subordinates in the development of complex, multi-project integrated area project analysis and problem correction Participates in routine project cost reviews/schedule meetings Develops and implements a basic change management system for engineering and construction assigned work scope Analyzes variances in cost and schedule performance against the plan, and communicate the reasons for the issuance of variance and proposed mitigation plans to Management Understands the business environment and the operations of the area being supported Provides the key linkage between the client and the planning process and actively contributes to the control of the client’s business unit Performs and applies financial analysis techniques including but not limited to variance analysis, statistical analysis, scenario analysis, etc., to work scopes and decisions as requested by management. Develop costing rates, explain costing rates for the budget process, maintain rates in PeopleSoft and analyze pool variances (Assigned Overhead and Service Pools) Perform extensive analysis of various business operations to ascertain funding limitations and execute appropriate cost controls; identify productivity and financial issues; design highly integrated financial controls; and create cost effective processes to enhance productivity Define requirements and develop models for complex business systems, develop test plans and scenarios, incorporate major system enhancements into existing financial applications, oversee implementation of project and monitor system effectiveness Initiate and direct special studies, develop business solutions for intricate problem areas for management and translate the conceptual ideas of higher management into operating plans. Prepare comprehensive monthly financial reports including analyses, forecasts, and spend plans Assemble, analyze, interpret information and apply practical knowledge to create innovative solutions to resolve complex business issues Provide leadership, technical direction and training to other Project Controls personnel Understands CAS/FAR principles Requires expert proficiency in the use of automated accounting, cost management, scheduling and estimating systems as tools for performing required duties Possesses practical experience in the use of the Site Business systems Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of project management and cost and schedule control at the tactical level would be necessary, along with a knowledge of operations, maintenance, or project startup and construction Work Hours: A 40 hour work week is scheduled. the client utilizes various work schedules including 5/8s (8 hour/day; five days per week), 4/10’s (10 hours/day; four days per week), and 9/80’s (9 hours/day, five days on week AA and four days on week BB. Work week excludes client holidays. Each workday has 30-minute lunch. Overtime will be expected at times to meet deliverables and will be utilized at the discretion of the Manager. The Anticipated Work Schedules are from Mon-Thurs 6:30a-5:00p. Area Security Access: Candidate must be able to obtain and maintain a DOE “Q” security clearance. An active DOE clearance is not initially required to perform assigned duties. After award, the selected candidate will be notified when to apply for a clearance based on specific work assignments. Qualifications: Candidate must demonstrate the ability to perform construction work planning, job hazards analysis, and material take offs associated with civil discipline scopes Possesses strong personal computer skills Requires expert proficiency in the use of automated accounting, cost management, scheduling and estimating systems as tools for performing required duties Possesses practical experience in the use of the Site Business systems A comprehensive knowledge and understanding of project management and cost and schedule control at the tactical level would be necessary, along with a knowledge of operations, maintenance, or project startup and construction Education: Master's degree in business / construction management / technical / engineering or a related area and 5 years of practical experience Bachelor's degree in business / construction management / technical / engineering or a related area and 7 years of practical experience would be considered equivalent An Associate's degree and 11 years of practical experience would be considered equivalent A high school diploma and 15 years of relevant experience would also be considered equivalent Preferred: Candidates who have possessed an active DOE clearance (L or Q) within the past two (2) years NOTE: US Citizenship is required to perform this government contract. Additional Information: OUTSOURCE Consulting Services, Inc. (OCSI.co) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and take affirmative action to employ and advance qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans, in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and VEVRAA. OCSI.co participates in E-Verify. Learn more about applicant rights under Federal Employment Laws. OCSI.co provides great benefits to our federal contractors: Holidays, PTO, Healthcare, Dental, Vision, Short/Long Term Disability, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), 401(k) Savings Plan, Roth Elective Deferral, and Direct Deposit. To learn more about OCSI.co, please visit our corporate website at www.ocsi.co. Thank you for your interest in our jobs. We look forward to seeing your resume! Note: We are unable to sponsor H1B Visa’s and/or subcontract to Third Party Vendors. Need Assistance? 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Requirements

Requires expert proficiency in the use of automated accounting, cost management, scheduling and estimating systems as tools for performing required duties
Possesses practical experience in the use of the Site Business systems
A comprehensive knowledge and understanding of project management and cost and schedule control at the tactical level would be necessary, along with a knowledge of operations, maintenance, or project startup and construction
Master's degree in business / construction management / technical / engineering or a related area and 5 years of practical experience
Bachelor's degree in business / construction management / technical / engineering or a related area and 7 years of practical experience would be considered equivalent
An Associate's degree and 11 years of practical experience would be considered equivalent
A high school diploma and 15 years of relevant experience would also be considered equivalent
US Citizenship is required to perform this government contract.
Candidate must be able to obtain and maintain a DOE “Q” security clearance.

Nice To Haves

Candidates who have possessed an active DOE clearance (L or Q) within the past two (2) years

Responsibilities

The Contractor will be responsible for the organization, development, implementation, maintenance and accountability of total project controls, financial analysis or estimating applications designed to provide management with the total capability of maintaining planning, scheduling, financial analysis and cost control throughout the life cycle of a very complex or unique project or program.
Under very limited supervision, performs project controls activities, prepares business/financial plans and reports on a periodic or ad hoc basis.
Demonstrate proficient ability and knowledge in the development of cost and schedule baselines, milestone schedules, work breakdown structures, spend out plans to establish optimum conditions and effective utilization of resources and facilities, including equipment, manpower, and funding
Utilize advanced project control concepts to demonstrate personal expertise and leadership in the application of controls including the development of advanced system applications
Provide state-of-the art technical control expertise to guide subordinates in the development of complex, multi-project integrated area project analysis and problem correction
Participates in routine project cost reviews/schedule meetings
Develops and implements a basic change management system for engineering and construction assigned work scope
Analyzes variances in cost and schedule performance against the plan, and communicate the reasons for the issuance of variance and proposed mitigation plans to Management
Understands the business environment and the operations of the area being supported
Provides the key linkage between the client and the planning process and actively contributes to the control of the client’s business unit
Performs and applies financial analysis techniques including but not limited to variance analysis, statistical analysis, scenario analysis, etc., to work scopes and decisions as requested by management.
Develop costing rates, explain costing rates for the budget process, maintain rates in PeopleSoft and analyze pool variances (Assigned Overhead and Service Pools)
Perform extensive analysis of various business operations to ascertain funding limitations and execute appropriate cost controls; identify productivity and financial issues; design highly integrated financial controls; and create cost effective processes to enhance productivity
Define requirements and develop models for complex business systems, develop test plans and scenarios, incorporate major system enhancements into existing financial applications, oversee implementation of project and monitor system effectiveness
Initiate and direct special studies, develop business solutions for intricate problem areas for management and translate the conceptual ideas of higher management into operating plans.
Prepare comprehensive monthly financial reports including analyses, forecasts, and spend plans
Assemble, analyze, interpret information and apply practical knowledge to create innovative solutions to resolve complex business issues
Provide leadership, technical direction and training to other Project Controls personnel
Understands CAS/FAR principles
Requires expert proficiency in the use of automated accounting, cost management, scheduling and estimating systems as tools for performing required duties
Possesses practical experience in the use of the Site Business systems
Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of project management and cost and schedule control at the tactical level would be necessary, along with a knowledge of operations, maintenance, or project startup and construction
Candidate must demonstrate the ability to perform construction work planning, job hazards analysis, and material take offs associated with civil discipline scopes