Project Controls Analyst

LLNL•Livermore, CA

6d•Hybrid

About The Position

We have an opening for a Project Controls Analyst, who will review production and integrity of cost, schedule, earned value data, and coordinate baseline changes. This position is in the Project Management Office (PMO). You will Collect, validate, and compile project controls data (cost, schedule, EVM) and support routine variance and trend reporting using established methods and templates. Support project teams in preparing schedules and performance reports using integrated project controls systems (e.g., MS Project, Deltek Cobra) in accordance with established procedures. Assemble and format earned value performance data, cost trend charts, and schedule milestone tracking tools for reports and briefings following defined formats and guidance. Extract information from financial and scheduling systems, load actual cost data, and perform basic reconciliation/quality checks to support accurate reporting. Apply established change control procedures to support baseline updates, traceability, and compliance with institutional policies and configuration management standards, including maintaining documentation and logs. Perform routine cost, schedule, and risk analysis using established project controls methodologies under general direction. Support schedule integrity reviews and risk tracking activities by compiling inputs, applying standard quantitative techniques, and documenting results. Support preparation of EAC inputs and documentation and assist with forecast tracking and accuracy checks under guidance. Prepare project controls documentation and reporting narratives by summarizing integrated cost and schedule data, highlighting variances/issues, and escalating items to project leads for direction. Perform other duties as assigned. In addition at the TSS.2 level Independently analyze integrated cost, schedule, and EVM performance data across one or more projects and provide findings to support project planning and execution. Prepare more complex project controls analyses (e.g., forecasting, what-if scenarios, and cross-project trend assessments) and help identify drivers of variances for management review. Support development of Estimates at Completion (EACs) by performing deeper forecast analysis and assessing forecast accuracy using quantitative techniques. Perform quantitative risk analysis and scenario modeling (e.g., Monte Carlo) using established tools and methods and summarize results to support mitigation planning. Provide project controls input for baseline planning and change control packages, including improved traceability, completeness checks, and coordination with stakeholders. Contribute to improving project controls processes and reporting by proposing enhancements, helping document updated workflows, and providing informal guidance to less-experienced team members.

Requirements

Ability to maintain a U.S. DOE Q-level security clearance which requires U.S. citizenship.
Bachelor’s degree in a technical, engineering, business, or related discipline; or equivalent combination of education and related experience.
Knowledge of cost and schedule management principles, earned value analysis, and project controls concepts.
Experience working with project control tools such as Primavera (P6), MS Project, or Deltek Cobra, etc.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel and PowerPoint, and ability to synthesize information from multiple sources into clear technical communications.
Knowledge of project cost control, planning and scheduling, and risk tracking practices.
Strong organizational and analytical skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to collaborate with stakeholders regarding project control data.
Broader experience performing project cost, schedule, and risk analysis.
Comprehensive knowledge of project cost control, planning and scheduling, and risk tracking practices.
Demonstrated ability to independently analyze integrated cost and schedule data and provide recommendations.

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of project risk integration, including experience with Crystal Ball or similar Monte Carlo risk modeling tools.
Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) or Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
Experience with project lifecycle management, including baseline establishment, change control, and reporting against performance objectives.

Responsibilities

Collect, validate, and compile project controls data (cost, schedule, EVM) and support routine variance and trend reporting using established methods and templates.
Support project teams in preparing schedules and performance reports using integrated project controls systems (e.g., MS Project, Deltek Cobra) in accordance with established procedures.
Assemble and format earned value performance data, cost trend charts, and schedule milestone tracking tools for reports and briefings following defined formats and guidance.
Extract information from financial and scheduling systems, load actual cost data, and perform basic reconciliation/quality checks to support accurate reporting.
Apply established change control procedures to support baseline updates, traceability, and compliance with institutional policies and configuration management standards, including maintaining documentation and logs.
Perform routine cost, schedule, and risk analysis using established project controls methodologies under general direction.
Support schedule integrity reviews and risk tracking activities by compiling inputs, applying standard quantitative techniques, and documenting results.
Support preparation of EAC inputs and documentation and assist with forecast tracking and accuracy checks under guidance.
Prepare project controls documentation and reporting narratives by summarizing integrated cost and schedule data, highlighting variances/issues, and escalating items to project leads for direction.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Independently analyze integrated cost, schedule, and EVM performance data across one or more projects and provide findings to support project planning and execution.
Prepare more complex project controls analyses (e.g., forecasting, what-if scenarios, and cross-project trend assessments) and help identify drivers of variances for management review.
Support development of Estimates at Completion (EACs) by performing deeper forecast analysis and assessing forecast accuracy using quantitative techniques.
Perform quantitative risk analysis and scenario modeling (e.g., Monte Carlo) using established tools and methods and summarize results to support mitigation planning.
Provide project controls input for baseline planning and change control packages, including improved traceability, completeness checks, and coordination with stakeholders.
Contribute to improving project controls processes and reporting by proposing enhancements, helping document updated workflows, and providing informal guidance to less-experienced team members.