Control Account Manager, SRS

Control Account Manager

The Control Account Manager (CAM) is responsible for managing scope, schedule, and cost performance for assigned control accounts supporting construction and infrastructure projects at the Savannah River Site in Aiken, South Carolina. This role ensures project work is planned, authorized, and executed in accordance with project baseline requirements and federal program management standards.

The CAM serves as a key interface between project management, engineering, construction operations, and project controls teams to monitor performance, manage budgets, track schedule progress, and ensure accurate reporting of project metrics. This role plays a critical part in maintaining disciplined project controls and supporting Earned Value Management (EVM) reporting within a highly regulated federal project environment.

Success in this role requires strong analytical capabilities, project management discipline, and the ability to coordinate across multiple teams to ensure project scope, cost, and schedule objectives are achieved.

Responsibilities

• Manage assigned control accounts by overseeing scope, schedule, and budget performance while ensuring work is executed in alignment with the approved project baseline.
• Coordinate with project management, engineering, construction teams, and project controls personnel to ensure control account scope is clearly defined and executed according to plan.
• Monitor project performance through earned value management metrics, cost tracking, and schedule analysis.
• Develop and maintain detailed cost forecasts, variance analysis, and corrective action plans when project performance deviates from baseline targets.
• Support the development and maintenance of work breakdown structures (WBS), control account plans (CAPs), and project baseline schedules.
• Prepare and deliver regular project performance reports including cost, schedule, and earned value data.
• Ensure all control account activities comply with federal project management requirements and applicable project control standards.
• Support project change management processes including scope changes, baseline adjustments, and schedule revisions.
• Collaborate with project leadership to identify risks, develop mitigation strategies, and maintain alignment between project objectives and execution plans.
• Perform additional duties and responsibilities as required to support project controls and program performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business, Finance, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Minimum 8+ years of experience in project controls, cost management, or construction project management.
• Experience supporting earned value management (EVM) and cost performance tracking on complex projects.
• Strong understanding of project scheduling, cost control, and forecasting practices.
• Experience supporting large-scale construction, infrastructure, or industrial projects.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex project performance data.
• Ability to communicate project performance metrics clearly to project leadership and stakeholders.

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Experience supporting federal government projects or highly regulated environments such as nuclear, energy, or infrastructure programs.
• Familiarity with Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS) and federal project reporting requirements.
• Experience supporting projects with ANSI/EIA-748 compliant earned value systems.
• Experience working on projects at Savannah River Site or other Department of Energy facilities.
• Experience using project controls software such as Primavera P6, Deltek Cobra, or similar project control tools.

Required Licenses/Certifications:

• Valid driver's license.

Preferred Licenses/Certifications:

• Project Management Professional (PMP)
• Earned Value Management Professional (EVMP)
• Certified Cost Professional (CCP)

Supervisory Responsibilities:

This role may provide functional oversight and coordination for project controls personnel, schedulers, cost analysts, and project team members supporting assigned control accounts.

Travel Requirements:

Travels: Yes

Percent of time: 30%

Overnight required: Yes

Physical Demands:

• Stationary Position - Seldom
• Pushing/Pulling/Reaching - Seldom
• Climb - Seldom
• Kneel - Seldom
• Grab - Seldom
• Bend - Seldom
• Lift/carry over - 10 - 30 LBS
• Vision - 20/20 Corrected Vision
• Hearing - Receive detailed information if spoken to

Working Conditions:

• Wet or Humid - Seldom
• Working near or on moving mechanical parts - Seldom
• Working near or on heavy machinery - Seldom
• Working in high places - Seldom
• Exposed to fumes or airborne particles - Seldom
• Exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals - Seldom
• Frequency of working in outdoor weather conditions - Seldom
• Work with Electricity - Seldom
• Work with explosives - Seldom
• Work on or near a source of radiation - Seldom
• Loud noise conditions (above 87dB)- Seldom
• Other Environmental Factors including weather conditions______________________

Note: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, working conditions, physical demands, and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact Oscar Rodriguez at View email address on click.appcast.io.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Benefits & Perks

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
• Company-paid life and disability insurance
• Access to mental health support and resources
• Generous paid time off (PTO), Military Leave and company-observed holidays

Growth & Development

• Ongoing training and development programs
• Career advancement opportunities to support professional growth
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education

Recognition & Financial Well-Being

• Employee recognition and rewards program
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options (based on plan selection)

Family Support

• Maternity and paternity leave programs to support growing families