Project Controls Engineer

Project Controls EngineerDo you enjoy solving complex problems, uncovering trends in data, and keeping critical projects moving forward? As a Project Controls Engineer at Centrus Energy, you'll help power the future by providing the insights, planning, and controls that keep major energy projects on schedule and within budget. You'll collaborate closely with Project Managers and Control Account Managers (CAMs), turning numbers into strategy and helping teams make informed decisions every step of the way.What You Will Do:Architect Project Baselines: Develop comprehensive, integrated baseline schedules and cost estimates in collaboration with the project teamDrive Performance: Monitor and update schedule/cost performance weekly/monthly, ensuring accuracy and timelinessManage the Critical Path: Actively analyze and maintain the critical path, identifying bottlenecks before they impact the projectProvide Actionable Insights: Perform in-depth cost/schedule analysis, presenting clear, proactive reporting to CAMs and project leadershipMitigate Risk: Collaborate with teams to identify risks early, developing mitigation strategies to keep projects on trackTrend Analysis & Forecasting: Perform trend analysis to identify positive/negative outcomes, offering feasible recommendationsControl Changes: Lead the change control process to ensure scope changes are accurately capturedWe'd Love to Hear from People With:Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field5+ years of project controls experience supporting engineering, construction, or similar projects3+ years of experience using Primavera P6 scheduling software3+ years of experience with Project Management Cost Processors (PMCP), Cobra, or similar cost management systemsIntermediate to advanced knowledge of Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS)Strong proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPointA Successful Candidate Brings:PMI Project Management Professional (PMP) or Scheduling Professional (PMI-SP) certification, or AACE certificationExperience supporting Department of Energy (DOE) or Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) projectsExperience working in highly regulated industries with complex project environmentsPay:Estimated Starting Base Salary Range: $76,010 - $126,683. Centrus considers several factors when extending job offers, including but not limited to candidates' key skills, relevant work experience, and education/training/certifications. While the posted range reflects the anticipated hiring range for this position, compensation above the range may be considered for candidates with exceptional qualifications and directly relevant experience.In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.This position will require a pre­-employment background check and a pre-employment drug test.Centrus Energy and all subsidiaries shall abide by the applicable legal requirements. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin.This position requires the successful candidate to obtain and maintain a Q security clearance. Candidates for positions requiring a security clearance are required to be tested for the absence of any illegal drug as defined in 10 CFR 707.4 prior to an offer of employment being made. In addition, once employed, employees will become part of a random drug testing program and may also be tested in the event of any incident causing injury or causing damage to property, or if it is determined that there is a reasonable suspicion the employee is under the influence of drugs or alcohol. This position will require preemployment background check on the part of the Company and in order to receive a Q security clearance, a background investigation by the Federal government. Subsequent Federal government reinvestigations may be required.Centrus Energy Corp. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.Job Identification 750Locations 400 Centrifuge Way, Oak Ridge, TN, 37830, US