Principal Earned Value Specialist

Sierra Nevada Corporation • Englewood, CO

11h

About The Position

If you like solving complex EVM issues using your deep analytical skills , this is the opportunity for you! As a Principal Earned Value Management Specialist, you will provide Earned Value Management implementation support to ensure compliance with all government requirements. You will develop standard formats, conduct EVM training to develop EVM skills, and provide EVM oversight to establish program management ownership of program performance data. You will lead data analytics and advise leadership on areas to improve business performance. You will also support the Program Finance leaders in fulfilling their responsibilities to ongoing cross department continuous improvement, problem solving, project implementation, training, and governance efforts. As SNC's corporate team, we provide the company and its business areas with strategic direction and business support spanning executive management, finance and accounting, operations, human resources, legal, IT, information security, facilities, marketing, and communications.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in business, or a related field and typically 14+ years of related work experience.
• Higher education may substitute for relevant experience
• Relevant experience may be considered in lieu of required education
• A proven background and competency in Earned Value Management
• Ability to develop effective EVM procedures, training, and work instructions relative to regulatory standards and internal processes
• Apply Earned Value Management concepts in working with federal government contracts, budget process, and fund management
• Capability to perform in depth earned value data analysis, inclusive of data quality checks and CDRL/SDRL (IPMR, CFSR, CSDR, etc.) review
• Advanced skills in Earned Value Management software (Deltek Cobra), and familiarity with scheduling software (MS Project) and self service analytics (PowerBI)
• To conform to U.S. Government international trade regulations, applicant must be a U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or U.S. Department of Commerce.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks leading to on time delivery while meeting quality expectations
• Ability to support tool evaluations, process integrations, and testing of system changes
• Ability to develop and recommend cost and schedule management solutions relative to contract requirements
• Ability to work across multiple software systems and comprehend system relationships
• Develop and conduct relevant stakeholder learning sessions
• EVP Certification
• Experience in Earned Value validation or re-validation
• Experience in successful completion of Program IBRs, JSRs and Internal Surveillances (to include completion of actions items), inclusive of training or coaching Control Account Managers and program teams
• Foundational understanding of Program Management processes
• Knowledge of DoD, government contracting and/or public auditing, policies, standards, and procedures
• Familiarity with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Cost Accounting Standards (CAS)
• Support the development and delivery of key employee training to include new employee onboarding, continuous education curriculum, and certification testing

Responsibilities

• Provide Earned Value Management implementation support to ensure compliance with all government requirements.
• Develop standard formats
• Conduct EVM training to develop EVM skills
• Provide EVM oversight to establish program management ownership of program performance data.
• Lead data analytics and advise leadership on areas to improve business performance.
• Support the Program Finance leaders in fulfilling their responsibilities to ongoing cross department continuous improvement, problem solving, project implementation, training, and governance efforts.

Benefits

• SNC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees