Project Controls Engineer (Entry-Level)

Job Responsibilities/Duties
Washington River Protection Solutions (WRPS) seeks a Project Controls Engineer who will be responsible for junior Project Control Engineering functions in support of the execution of WRPS tank farms mission. This position prepares, maintains, reviews and revises baseline schedules and budgets for programmatic/project activities. This position is responsible for utilizing the tools and systems necessary to effectively and proactively manage and control concurrent projects throughout the organization from proposal through execution and completion. Tasks may include the preparation, monitoring and control of baseline detailed and integrated master summary schedules and milestones; preparation, monitoring and control of baseline time-phased budgets; cost control and earned value performance measurement including the Budgeted Cost for Work Scheduled (BCWS), Budgeted Cost for Work Performed (BCWP), Actual Cost of Work Performed (ACWP), and Schedule Variance (SV)/Cost Variance (CV); and associated reporting and information distribution internally and externally to key stakeholders.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Assist in Performance Measurement Baseline development and maintenance;
• Assist in the reviews required for cost control data and collects information for specific functions and disciplines;
• Perform routine assigned tasks related to the preparation and application of cost monitoring activities (direct labor, material, subcontract and indirect costs);
• Assist in the periodic (typically monthly) status/input into the integrated cost and scheduling software;
• Prepare estimates, schedule or cost engineer data to provide accurate information to be used for project planning and analysis of project status;
• Assist in the preparation of Baseline Change Requests and cost/schedule trend reports;
• Coordinate the timeliness and accuracy of the ETC/forecast relative to the scope in the development of resource loaded schedules and Activity Based Cost Estimates. The ETC development may be based on quantities, vendor estimates, vendor duration's, prior historical information;
• Ability to manage a change in priorities; and
• Review purchase requisitions and invoices for application of appropriate cost codes, budget ceilings and quantities;
• Perform other job duties as assigned.
• Under supervision, provide scheduling support to facility, department or project activities as directed;

Required Qualifications
Grade 14:

• Bachelor's Degree (BA/BS) in Business, Construction Management, Project Management or successful completion of degree by June 30, 2023, or equivalent combination of education and/or experience.

Grade 15:

• Bachelor's Degree (BA/BS) in Business, Construction Management, Project Management or related field; and
• One (1) year of related experience or equivalent combination of education and/or experience.

Desired Qualifications
* Understanding and knowledge of Project Control scope, services, deliverables, customer needs, tools/systems, and processes and requirements.

• Knowledge of P6 schedules/interfaces.
• Prior project controls experience supporting Hanford DOE projects.
• Use of both cost and schedule control tools and EVMS criteria in a DOE environment.

Depending on the nature of your employment with WRPS, you can expect the following:

• An excellent benefits package, effective day one of hire, to include a generous 401K Savings Plan, Medical/Vision/Dental Insurance options, Flexible Spending Accounts, and Holiday/Vacation Pay.
• A business casual dress work environment: jeans are permissible (restrictions may apply).
• Many positions (non-bargaining) that allow for a hybrid work environment, a combination of in-office and telework (restrictions may apply).
• Opportunity for work/life balance: a standard 4 x 10 work schedule, allowing more personal time to enjoy life outside of the office (other schedules and/or shift work may be required).

Compensation & Benefits
Grade 14:
Hiring Range Minimum: $69,413
Hiring Range Maximum: $87,538
Grade 15:
Hiring Range Minimum: $76,338
Hiring Range Maximum: $96,313
WRPS offers a comprehensive benefits package to include medical/dental/vision, short-and long-term disability, life insurance, 401(k) with employer match, and paid time off. For a full list of benefits please visit https://hmis.hanford.gov/hr/page.cfm/HEWTBenefits
In accordance with the company's philosophy on compensation for exempt and salaried non-exempt employees, WRPS takes into consideration a variety of factors when determining initial salary to include assigned job scope and responsibility, a candidate's qualifications as compared to internal comparators performing in a similar role, and the external labor market. A salary offer will be made within the targeted hiring range posted. Note a candidate's prior salary history will not be taken into consideration.