Senior Project Controls Engineer

Senior Project Controls Engineer

The Senior Project Controls Engineer supports large-scale engineering, procurement, construction (EPC), and nuclear energy projects, including the SMR-300 program. This role is responsible for developing, maintaining, analyzing, and reporting integrated project schedules, cost performance, and Earned Value Management (EVM) metrics to support project execution and management decision-making.

Location: Camden, NJ (On-site)

Primary Responsibilities:

• Works with the appropriate Project Director(s) in the establishment of project controls governance for projects.
• Establish and enforce disciplined scheduling standards, including work breakdown structures (WBS), coding structures, calendars, logic development, and baseline control, to maintain realistic, executable plans that reflect actual field and engineering progress
• Develop, maintain, and analyze integrated project schedules utilizing Oracle Primavera P6.
• Establish and maintain project Work Breakdown Structures (WBS) and schedule coding structures.
• Develop resource-loaded and cost-loaded schedules.
• Perform critical path analysis, float analysis, and schedule risk evaluations.
• Facilitate schedule update meetings and maintain baseline schedules.
• Implement and support Earned Value Management (EVM) reporting.
• Calculate CPI, SPI, EAC, VAC, and performance variances.
• Monitor project budgets, commitments, actual costs, and forecasts.
• Develop executive dashboards and performance reports.
• Support project audits, assessments, and customer reviews.
• Mentor junior project controls personnel and schedulers.

Requirements:

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, Business Administration, Finance, or related field

Minimum 10 years of progressive Project Controls experience

Minimum 7 years of hands-on Primavera P6 scheduling experience

Minimum 5 years of Earned Value Management (EVM) experience

Experience supporting large-scale EPC, industrial, defense, energy, or nuclear projects

Advanced proficiency in Primavera P6, Microsoft Excel, and project reporting tools

Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred

PMI-SP certification preferred

AACE PSP or CCP certification preferred

Experience supporting DOE, NRC, DOD, or nuclear projects

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Excellent communication and presentation abilities

Ability to interface effectively with executive leadership and technical teams

Strong attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy

Demonstrated leadership and mentoring capabilities

A Generation Ahead by Design™ Investing in people who power the future. We believe great work deserves great rewards. Our benefits go beyond the basics, reflecting our commitment to supporting your whole self…your health, your future, and your career growth. This includes:

Compensation: Annual compensation based on skills and experience ranging from $140,000 to $160,000

Benefits: Industry-leading medical, dental, and vision coverage with a generous employer premium contribution and Day 1 eligibility! FLEX Program – Hybrid work opportunities available for eligible roles, where business needs and role requirements allow

401(k) retirement plan with up to a 5% company match and immediate vesting to support long-term financial security

Paid time off and 11 paid holidays to support rest, balance, and recharge

Wellness program offering rewards for participation in company-supported health initiatives

Commuter benefits supporting mass transit and commuter parking options

Company-paid life and AD&D insurance for added peace of mind

Education assistance to support continued education and professional growth

Employee support and voluntary benefits, including an Employee Assistance Program and optional coverage such as disability, legal, identity theft, and insurance programs

Benefits eligibility and offerings may vary based on role, location, and employment status

If you're driven to solve meaningful challenges and make a lasting impact, we invite you to build your career at Holtec— a generation ahead by design™