Lead Business Analyst – Project Controls

Lead Business Analyst – Project Controls (EVMS SME)

Number of Positions: 1
Location: Savannah River Site (SRS) – Aiken, SC (100% Onsite)
Citizenship: U.S. Citizenship Required
Clearance: Ability to obtain DOE Q clearance (Active L/Q strongly preferred)
Work Schedule: 4x10s (Mon–Thurs, 6:00am–4:30pm)
Pay Rate: $80/hr – $90/hr

Impact

This is not a standard Project Controls role. We are seeking a senior-level EVMS Subject Matter Expert who can lead project controls strategy on complex DOE capital projects. You will directly influence cost, schedule, and execution performance across high-visibility programs, partnering with senior leadership to drive data-informed decisions and corrective actions.

What Sets This Role Apart

• High visibility with senior DOE and site leadership

• Ownership of full lifecycle project controls execution

• Leadership across complex, multi-project EVMS environments

• Requires a true dual-expert in Primavera P6 and Cobra

Core Responsibilities

• Lead and own the Project Controls function for major project scopes

• Develop and maintain fully resource-loaded, logic-driven schedules in Primavera P6

• Drive EVMS performance including CPI/SPI analysis, variance reporting, and corrective actions

• Utilize Cobra for cost processing, earned value, and financial reporting

• Perform deep-dive variance analysis and present insights to executive stakeholders

• Establish and maintain project baselines (scope, cost, schedule)

• Lead forecasting, risk analysis, and change control (BCPs, trends)

• Facilitate cost and schedule reviews with senior leadership

• Mentor project controls teams and enforce best practices

• Integrate cost, schedule, and technical data across multiple systems

Required Qualifications (Strict Requirements)

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience)

• 10–15 years of progressive Project Controls experience on large, complex projects

• Demonstrated experience supporting DOE, NNSA, or comparable nuclear / federal programs

• Proven ability to operate as a lead or SME in EVMS environments

Critical Must-Have Expertise (Non-Negotiable)

Primavera P6 (Advanced / Expert)

• 10 years hands-on experience

• Expert in resource loading, baseline development, and critical path analysis

• Experience managing large, integrated schedules

Cobra (Advanced / Expert)

• 8–10 years experience

• Deep expertise in cost processing, EVMS reporting, and variance analysis

• Experience integrating Cobra with scheduling systems

EVMS (Expert Level)

• Extensive experience with ANSI/EIA-748 compliant EVMS

• Proven performance managing cost/schedule metrics at scale

• Strong experience with BCPs, change control, and forecasting

Project Controls Systems Mastery

• Advanced knowledge of cost, scheduling, and financial systems integration

• Expertise in forecasting, performance tracking, and reporting

Highly Preferred (Strong Differentiators)

• Active DOE L or Q Clearance

• DOE 413.3 capital project experience

• Experience with enterprise tools (e.g., Empower, Success)

• Background in nuclear, EPC, or large-scale construction environments

Top Candidate Profile

• Recognized EVMS and Project Controls SME

• Strong in both scheduling (P6) AND cost (Cobra)

• Comfortable presenting to executive leadership

• Experienced in highly regulated environments (DOE/NNSA)

• Proactive in identifying issues and driving corrective action

Top 10 Attributes (Condensed)

1. Primavera P6 (Expert)

2. Cobra (Expert)

3. EVMS SME (ANSI/EIA-748)

4. DOE / NNSA Experience

5. Resource-Loaded Scheduling

6. Cost & Schedule Variance Analysis

7. Forecasting & Planning

8. Change Control (BCPs)

9. Leadership & Mentorship

10. Executive Communication

Additional Information

• No C2C (Corp-to-Corp) engagements

• No third-party recruiting agencies or submissions

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)

COMPA Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

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