Project Controls Specialist

Standard Nuclear•Oak Ridge, TN

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Standard Nuclear is fueling America’s nuclear renaissance at industrial scale. Our mission is to deliver the essential building blocks of nuclear power—enabling cost-effective, safe, and secure energy for the world. The Project Controls Specialist supports project managers and project teams by maintaining project schedules, tracking costs, and organizing project data across engineering, manufacturing, and operational projects. This role focuses on ensuring that project information is accurate, up to date, and clearly communicated to support execution. This is an entry-level, hands-on role designed for someone early in their career who is interested in project execution, operations, and data-driven decision-making. The position works closely with project managers and cross-functional teams to track progress, identify issues, and support coordination across projects.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Finance, Construction Management, or a related field
Internship or academic project experience related to project management, operations, or data analysis preferred
Strong Excel skills and comfort working with data
Highly organized with strong attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple tasks and follow through on deliverables
Strong communication skills and willingness to work across teams
Interest in manufacturing, operations, or project-based environments

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with scheduling tools (Microsoft Project or similar) is a plus
Experience with ERP systems or data tools is a plus

Responsibilities

Schedule Tracking & Coordination
Maintain and update project schedules based on input from project managers and technical teams
Track progress against planned schedules and highlight delays or risks
Coordinate with engineering, operations, and supply chain teams to gather schedule updates
Support schedule revisions as project conditions change
Cost Tracking & Reporting
Track project costs including labor, materials, and external spend
Maintain cost tracking tools and ensure data is accurate and up to date
Support variance tracking between planned and actual costs
Assist in identifying cost overruns and communicating impacts
Project Reporting & Documentation
Prepare regular project status updates, including schedule, cost, and key risks
Maintain project documentation, logs, and tracking tools
Ensure project data is organized, consistent, and accessible
Cross-Functional Support
Work with project managers to support planning and execution of project activities
Coordinate with engineering, manufacturing, and procurement teams to gather updates
Assist in tracking action items, deliverables, and project milestones
Systems & Process Support
Support use and improvement of project tracking tools, scheduling systems, and reporting templates
Help standardize project tracking processes across projects
Learn and apply project controls best practices in a growing environment