PROJECT CONTROLS IV

About Banda Group International

Banda Group International (BGI) is a world-class, employee-owned provider of environmental safety, security, technical, and project management support services for a diverse clientele across government and private sectors worldwide. Founded on the principles of environmental, health, and safety (EH&S), BGI is built on a culture of excellence, collaboration, and service. Our people are our greatest asset, and we are always looking for talented individuals who share our values and want to grow with us.

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Controls Specialist to support the Earned Value Management System (EVMS) and project controls activities at Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL). This position is responsible for overseeing cost engineering, cost analysis, project scheduling, performance monitoring, and financial reporting for complex projects. The ideal candidate will have extensive project controls experience, expert-level knowledge of EVMS tools and processes, and demonstrated experience working within Delta Cobra.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Support and maintain the Earned Value Management System (EVMS) and project controls systems.

• Oversee cost estimating, cost analysis, cost control, financial reporting, and project scheduling activities.

• Supervise schedule development, maintenance, monitoring, and analysis to ensure project milestones and deliverables are met.

• Identify cost and schedule trends, evaluate variances, and provide recommendations and corrective actions to project management.

• Provide technical direction and oversight for cost engineering, planning, and scheduling activities.

• Prepare, review, and present cost engineering analyses, project schedules, performance reports, and financial status updates.

• Support project organizational, administrative, and control account management activities as assigned.

• Ensure project controls activities comply with established procedures, controller instructions, and applicable EVMS requirements.

• Analyze complex project issues and develop innovative solutions to improve cost performance, schedule adherence, and project execution.

• Provide guidance, training, and supervision to technical and non-technical personnel as needed.

• Exercise independent judgment in determining appropriate methods, techniques, and approaches to achieve project objectives.

• This is a fully on-site position in Los Alamos, New Mexico.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field and a minimum of 12 years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Demonstrated experience using Delta Cobra.

• Expert-level knowledge of Earned Value Management System (EVMS) tools, processes, and requirements.

• Extensive experience with project cost estimating, cost control, cost analysis, financial reporting, and planning and scheduling.

• Experience developing, maintaining, monitoring, and analyzing project schedules.

• Knowledge of project financial reporting systems, controller account codes, earned revenue determination, and project financial status reporting.

• Experience identifying cost and schedule variances, evaluating trends, and recommending corrective actions.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Proficiency with standard computer operating systems, office software, and discipline-specific project controls applications.

• Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and resolve complex project controls challenges.

Preferred Qualifications

• Postgraduate coursework or an advanced degree in a related discipline.

• Experience serving as a Control Account Manager (CAM), including responsibility for project budgets, cost and schedule performance, corrective actions, and detailed status reporting.

• Experience supporting engineering, construction, or other technically complex projects.

• Demonstrated experience supervising, mentoring, or training project controls personnel.

What We Offer

BGI offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package for eligible full-time employees, in accordance with plan documents, including:

• Pay depending on experience
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) -- giving employees a direct stake in the company's long-term success
• 100% employer-paid Dental, Vision, Life, STD/LTD for all full-time employees; dependents can be added with payroll contributions
• Medical coverage -- PPO or HDHP plan options; dependents can be added with payroll contributions
• Abundant employer contribution for HSA enrollees
• Accident, Critical Illness, and Voluntary Life Insurance
• Robust PTO plan and 11 paid holidays per year
• Generous 401(k) with safe harbor program and up to 4% dollar-for-dollar match
• $1,500 yearly personal development reimbursement for all levels of employees
• Corporate gym membership rates at Orangetheory Fitness
• Veteran Support -- Military Leave Program
• Excellent working environment with team building and bonding events

How to Apply

If you are interested in this position and meet the qualifications, please submit your resume, cover letter, and salary expectations via the Application Portal.

Banda Group International is committed to hiring veterans and those who have sacrificed for our country. Bring your skills, forge a new path with the BGI family, and continue the bonds of service with fellow veterans.

BGI is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, sex, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. BGI believes that diversity and inclusion among our teammates are critical to our success as a global company, and we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool.