Project Controls Engineer II

X-energy LLC conducts a thorough recruiting process and will never issue offers without an interview to discuss qualifications and responsibilities. All applications are submitted via our company career page, X-energy will never ask you to provide payment information as part of the recruiting process. If anyone claiming to represent X-energy directs you otherwise, please contact us at Job Description This role provides integrated project controls and project management support to the Control Account Manager (CAM) and project leadership. The position combines expertise in scheduling, cost management, and earned value analysis with contractor coordination and engineering team management. The individual will take ownership of delegated tasks, proactively drive project progress, and serve as a key liaison between internal engineering teams, project leadership, and external contractors or subcontractors. The role focuses primarily on the pre‑construction and planning phases and requires strong communication, contractor management experience, and the ability to optimize workflows across multidisciplinary engineering teams (mechanical, civil, CAD). Tasks / Responsibilities Provide integrated project controls support to the CAM and project teams across planning, scheduling, cost management, and change control activities. Coordinate and optimize engineering team workflows by planning schedules for a small team of engineers across design disciplines, identifying patterns, and recommending process improvements to enhance team productivity. Vendor and subcontractor coordination – monitor deliverables, milestones, and schedule compliance; track and evaluate performance metrics; support contract modifications, change order development, and negotiations; coordinate schedule interfaces and resolve conflicts; manage RFI and submittal tracking processes. Develop, maintain, and analyze integrated project schedules using CPM techniques to ensure accurate timelines, resource allocation, and identify schedule risks; update schedules to reflect progress and changes. Support change‑order analysis and management by evaluating cost and schedule impacts, preparing documentation, and tracking through approval and implementation. Monitor and analyze project budgets and financial forecasts , prepare monthly cost and schedule performance reports using EVM principles, identify variances, and support corrective action planning. Proactively identify risks and performance issues and communicate concerns to the CAM to develop mitigation strategies and recovery plans. Support contract development and budget preparation activities, including scope definition, cost estimating, and basis of estimate documentation for capital project phases. Maintain risk registers, change logs, and contractor performance documentation , ensuring timely updates and accurate record‑keeping. Create and distribute project status reports and performance dashboards to program/project leadership, clearly communicating project health and recommended actions. Facilitate coordination meetings with internal engineering teams and external contractors to drive project progress and resolve issues. Maintain professional demeanor and behavior at all times in all forms of communication, demonstrating strong interpersonal and communication skills with diverse stakeholders. Support team members with the execution of the core tasks and responsibilities as listed above, under guided supervision. Perform other duties as assigned by manager to support project execution and delivery. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in engineering. At least three years of experience in project engineering, project controls, or contractor coordination roles on large‑scale capital projects or industrial/EPC projects. Strong communication and interpersonal skills to coordinate across engineering disciplines, project leadership, and external contractors. Proficiency with project scheduling tools such as Primavera P6 or equivalent; experience with EVM tools and methodologies preferred. Experience in pre‑construction and project planning phases of capital projects preferred; nuclear industry or highly regulated industry experience is a plus but not required. Location 530 Gaither Road, Rockville, MD Work Site Expectations 5 days in office. Travel Expectations 25–50% (as needed for project assignment). Hours Standard office hours: 8:00 AM ET to 5:00 PM ET, Monday‑Friday. Compensation Salary range: $91,275 – $152,125 (based on experience and location). Benefits Robust benefits package: 401(k) plan with employer match; medical/dental/vision insurance; life and disability insurance; paid time off; tuition reimbursement/professional development. Equal Opportunity Employer All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. X-energy participates in E‑Verify. Right to Work / E-Verify Right To Work Link: If you have the right to work, don't let anyone take it away (e‑verify.gov). E‑Verify Participation: Poster available in English and Spanish. #J-18808-Ljbffr X-Energy, LLC