HukariAscendent is a Woman-Owned, Small Business specializing in comprehensive engineering and technical support services associated with commercial nuclear power and Department of Energy (DOE) nuclear activities.

We are seeking a Project Controls Specialist to be responsible for leading the organization, development, implementation, maintenance and accountability of total project controls, financial analysis or estimating applications designed to provide management with the total capability of maintaining planning, scheduling, financial analysis and cost control throughout the life cycle of a very complex or unique project or program.

Responsible for performing highly complex Project Control activities and/or supervising the overall Project Controls effort for a project or assignment. Plans and executes the Project Controls requirements for a project including, but not limited to:

- Develops, implements, and directs the total Project Controls program on projects/major work scopes - Demonstrate creative ability and knowledge in the development of project baseline plans, milestone schedules, work breakdown structures and spend plans to establish optimum conditions and effective utilization of resources and facilities, including equipment, manpower, and funding.
- Innovate new project control concepts utilizing demonstrated personal expertise and leadership in the functional area of project control including the development of advanced system applications.
- Provide state-of-the-art technical project control expertise to guide subordinates in the development of highly complex multi-project integrated area project analysis and problem correction.
- Analyzes variances in cost and schedule performance against the plan, and communicates the reasons for the issuance of variance and proposed mitigation plans to Management.
- Maintains working knowledge of the functionality of Site Business systems.
- Responsible for providing technical and administrative direction, coordination, evaluation, training and coaching to a team of Project Controls specialists. - - Perform personnel performance evaluations and counseling. Assist in personnel selection and training as directed. Initiates and/or participates in developmental activities.
- Develops and delivers training programs in Project Controls systems and methods.
- Prepares and presents financial information in appropriate format to senior SRNS management.
- Leads project cost reviews / schedule meetings.

Duration: One (1) year with option to extend for two (2) additional one (1) year option years.

HukariAscendent offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, 401(k) plan, and paid time off.

Opportunities with HukariAscendent change frequently. For a complete listing of our current openings, please visit our website at www.hukari.com.

HukariAscendent is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to age, disability, race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran or military status including disabled veterans and Vietnam era veterans, or other protected status.

HukariAscendent maintains a drug-free workplace.

Required Qualifications :
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

U.S. Citizenship.

Education:

- A Master's degree in business / construction management / technical / engineering or a related area and 8 years of practical experience.
- Bachelor's degree in business / construction management / technical / engineering or a related area and 10 years of practical experience would be considered equivalent.
- An Associate's degree and 13 years of practical experience would be considered equivalent.
- A high school diploma and 17 years of relevant experience would also be considered equivalent.

Experience/Skills:

- Possesses strong personal computer skills.
- Requires expert proficiency in the use of automated accounting, cost management, scheduling and estimating systems as tools for performing required duties.
- Possesses considerable practical experience in the use of the Site Business systems.

OTHER REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Area Security Access: Candidate must be able to obtain and maintain a DOE Q security clearance. An active DOE clearance is not initially required to perform assigned duties. After award, the selected candidate will be notified when to apply for a clearance based on specific work assignments.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Candidates who have possessed an active DOE clearance L or Q within the past two 2 years are preferred.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Suite Tools, Excel/ Pivot Tables, etc.

Knowledge of Change Control Management