Senior Project Controls Specialist

TerraPower•Bellevue, WA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Senior Project Controls Specialist at TerraPower, you will leverage your extensive experience in project management and controls to support complex, high-value projects. You will play a key role in developing, implementing, and overseeing project controls processes to ensure successful delivery of milestones and objectives. This position requires advanced skills in scheduling, cost control, risk management, and reporting, as well as the ability to lead and mentor junior team members.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in project management, Business, or a related field
15 + years of experience in project controls, planning, scheduling, and cost management, preferably in engineering or construction.
Familiarity with advanced project management methodologies and tools (e.g., Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, or similar).
Strong expertise in CPM scheduling and Primavera P6 software.
Demonstrated proficiency in preparing, monitoring, and reporting schedule information in engineering, procurement, and construction environments.
Advanced knowledge of project management tools, including Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint).
Ability to review, analyze, and present planning and scheduling products independently using professional judgment.
Legal authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Ability to pass pre-employment drug screens and background checks, including verification of employment, education, and travel history.
Strong oral and written communication skills.
This position is subject to qualification requirements in accordance with ANSI/ANS 3.1.
Candidates must meet the minimum education and experience criteria applicable to the role, including relevant nuclear industry experience where required.
Verification of data will be part of the hiring process.

Responsibilities

Providing expert analysis and oversight of detailed project schedules using Primavera P6 or other advanced scheduling tools, ensuring strategic alignment with project milestones and deliverables for large scale, multi-disciplinary projects.
Reviewing and validating schedule data, identifying potential risks and recommending mitigation strategies based on years of experience managing complex projects.
Track and analyze project performance metrics, including cost, schedule, and earned value (EV).
Prepare variance analyses and forecasts, identifying areas of risk and recommending mitigation strategies.
Support the generation of burndown charts for action item tracking and progress monitoring.
Generate regular reports and dashboards for project leadership, including KPIs, milestones, and action trackers.
Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with project controls workflows.
Facilitate project reviews, including Schedule Reviews and data reviews.
Work closely with the PMO team, project management, engineering, procurement, and construction teams to ensure seamless coordination.
Provide guidance and training to project teams on project controls processes and tools.