Sr Earned Value Specialist

Job Overview The Senior Earned Value Specialist is responsible for delivering expert EVM implementation and training solutions. The role involves establishing procedures, conducting workshops, and providing strategic oversight to ensure compliance with government requirements and industry standards. Responsibilities Provide expert implementation and management of EVM practices. Develop and deliver advanced EVM training solutions to address strategic training gaps. Establish and maintain comprehensive procedures and formats for EVM processes. Conduct advanced EVM workshops to enhance EVM skills within the program management community. Provide strategic oversight to ensure program management ownership of performance data. Prepare and maintain thorough EVM-related documentation and reports. Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to support EVM initiatives and ensure data accuracy. Troubleshoot and resolve the most complex EVM‑related issues. Mentor and guide junior and intermediate analysts on best practices and problem resolution. Participate in strategic planning and decision‑making processes. Essential Functions Ability to work in an office or hybrid environment. Ability to work on a computer for extended periods. Strong hand/finger dexterity for computer tasks. Ability to occasionally lift or move up to 20 pounds. May require occasional travel for training or meetings. Qualifications Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field. Six or more years of experience in EVM, project control, or a related field. In lieu of a degree, a minimum of ten years of related experience is required. Proven background and competency in Earned Value Management. Ability to develop effective EVM procedures, training, and work instructions relative to regulatory standards and internal processes. Capability to perform in‑depth earned value data analysis, including data quality checks and CDRL/SDRL (IPMR, CFSR, CSDR, etc.) review. Advanced skills in Earned Value Management software (Deltek Cobra) and familiarity with scheduling software (MS Project) and self‑service analytics (Power BI). Preferred Qualifications: Experience in the Aerospace and Defense industry. Advanced knowledge of EVM principles and software tools. Proficiency in MS Office applications, particularly Excel. Master’s degree in a related field. Professional certifications such as PMP, EVP, or similar. Ability to resolve advanced Cobra troubleshooting and administration requests. Comfortable working independently on assigned tasks to fulfill requested changes, enhancements, and updates to existing processes and tools. Competency documenting technical requirements and functional use of enterprise business application (Deltek Cobra). Continuous engagement to understand current and future tool capabilities relative to business needs. Ability to develop and conduct relevant stakeholder learning sessions. Foundational understanding of Program Management processes. Familiarity with DoD, government contracting, and/or public auditing, policies, standards, and procedures. Familiarity with GAAP and CAS. Knowledge of program finance processes, procedures, and tools. Compensation & Benefits Estimated starting salary range: $108,496.89 – $149,183.22, adjusted for geographic differential as applicable. Annual incentive pay based on performance. Medical, dental, and vision plans. 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%. Life insurance. Three weeks of paid time off. Tuition reimbursement. Other benefits as applicable. IMPORTANT NOTICE To conform to U.S. Government international trade regulations, applicants must be a U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or U.S. Department of Commerce. Equal Employment Opportunity SNC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an environment free of discrimination. Employment decisions are made based on merit without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Sierra Nevada Corporation