US ITER Lead Cost Analyst

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Requisition Id 12226

Overview:

We are seeking a US ITER Lead Cost Analyst who will focus on all aspects of earned value reporting for the US ITER Project. This position resides in the US ITER Project Controls group in the US ITER Project.

As part of our team, you will provide leadership and support in all aspects of project management and controls to support successful planning, execution, monitoring and controlling, and closeout of the US ITER Project and associated subsystems.

US ITER is a $6.5 Billion, Department of Energy multi-laboratory project that executes the United States (US) contributions to the ITER Project in France lead by the ITER International Organization (IO). The US is a non-host partner in the world's largest and unprecedented scientific partnership as part of a seven- member international collaboration which includes the partner Domestic Agencies (DA's) China, European Union, India, Japan, Korea, and Russia to design and construct a fusion nuclear reactor aimed at establishing the scientific and technological feasibility of fusion energy and support a pathway toward a zero- carbon society. The US ITER project is hosted by Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) in Tennessee. Partner labs are Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory (PPPL) and Savannah River National Laboratory (SRNL).

Major Duties/Responsibilities:

• Responsible for all aspects of earned value reporting for the US ITER Project, including:
  • Utilizes Deltek Cobra, interfaced with Oracle Primavera, to develop data used for earned value reporting, trending, and forecasting
  • Provide guidance and interface with the appropriate management, technical or support personnel to resolve issues.
  • Provides performance information in various formats to support planning, briefings, and presentations.
  • Performs monthly analysis and advises management of potential issues.
  • Support monthly metrics reviews and reporting to DOE.
• Maintain cost baseline data. Implement baseline changes as approved, ensuring historical information is retained.
• Develop, implement, and/or maintain project management tools, systems, reports, and solutions, as needed or requested.
• Provide innovative solutions to project controls issues including activities such as estimates to complete, earned value calculations, performance metrics, baseline maintenance and “what-if” schedule and cost profiling.
• Support various project reviews, including Independent Cost Estimate/Reviews, Independent Project Reviews, Earned Value Surveillance Reviews, and peer reviews.
• Conduct special studies (such as “what if” and risk exercises), assists with project estimating, schedules, reporting systems and data formats.
• Maintain project management systems and processes consistent with applicable Federal Regulations governing DOE projects, specifically DOE Order 413.3, and ORNL policies.
• Assist in developing and presenting training on project management systems, procedures, policies and standards, and assessment practices.
• Foreign and domestic travel may be required for this role.

Basic Qualifications:

• A BS/BA in project or construction management, business, engineering or a related discipline
• A minimum of 10 years of experience in successfully performing project controls duties

Preferred Qualifications:

• Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent project management certification.
• MS in Project Management of similar field.
• Ten years of project experience working with DOE projects within the Office of Science portfolio.
• Experience managing/working with Oracle Primavera and Deltek Cobra.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Motivated self-starter with the ability to work independently and to participate creatively in collaborative teams across the laboratory
• Ability to function well in a fast-paced research environment, set priorities to accomplish multiple tasks within deadlines, and adapt to ever changing needs

Benefits at ORNL:

ORNL offers competitive pay and benefits programs to attract and retain talented people. The laboratory offers many employee benefits, including medical and retirement plans and flexible work hours, to help you and your family live happy and healthy. Employee amenities such as on-site fitness, banking, and cafeteria facilities are also provided for convenience.

Other benefits include: Prescription Drug Plan, Dental Plan, Vision Plan, 401(k) Retirement Plan, Contributory Pension Plan, Life Insurance, Pet Insurance, Disability Benefits, Generous Vacation and Holidays, Parental Leave, Legal Insurance with Identity Theft Protection, Employee Assistance Plan, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, Wellness Programs, Educational Assistance, Relocation Assistance, and Employee Discounts.

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This position will remain open for a minimum of 5 days after which it will close when a qualified candidate is identified and/or hired.

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ORNL is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans, are encouraged to apply. UT-Battelle is an E-Verify employer.