Principal Project Control Specialist

Omega Technical Services; Aiken (SC); On-site; USD 160,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Omega Technical Services is seeking a highly motivated Principal Project Control Specialist to support operations in Aiken, SC. You will be responsible for organizing, developing, implementing and maintaining total project controls, financial analysis and cost control across complex programs.

Under limited supervision you will perform project controls activities, prepare business and financial plans, and lead cost/schedule baselines, variance analysis and mitigation planning for management.

Qualifications

• Candidate must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Pre-employment screening including drug and breath alcohol test and MVR check.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DOE Security Clearance.
• Expert proficiency in automated accounting, cost management, scheduling and estimating systems.
• Experience with Site Business systems is preferred.
• Strong project management and cost/schedule control knowledge at tactical level.

Responsibilities

• Organize, develop, implement and maintain total project controls and cost/schedule baselines.
• Perform project controls activities and prepare financial plans and reports.
• Develop and maintain cost/schedule baselines and work breakdown structures.
• Lead cost reviews, change management, and variance analysis with mitigation plans.
• Provide advanced control expertise and guide subordinates on complex analyses.
• Prepare monthly financial reports, forecasts and spend plans.
• Coordinate with clients to link planning and budgeting processes.

Skills

Project controls

Education

Master's degree in business / construction management / technical / engineering or related area

Bachelor's degree in business / construction management / technical / engineering or related area or equivalent

Associate's degree with 11 years of experience equivalent

High school diploma with 15 years of relevant experience equivalent

Tools

Primavera

COBRA

Job description

Principal Project Control Specialist

Location

US-SC-Aiken

ID

2026-1298

Position Type

Full-Time

Location Type

Onsite

Pay Range

USD $160,000.00 - USD $180,000.00 /Yr.

About Us

Join Our Mission

At Omega Technical Services, every role supports a mission that matters. Whether you're advancing national security, driving innovation in nuclear infrastructure, or supporting critical DOE and DoD operations, you're part of something bigger here.

Overview

Omega Technical Services is seeking a highly motivated Principal Project Control Specialist to support ongoing operations in Aiken, SC.

Responsible for 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.

Responsibilities

DUTIES:

Responsible for 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.

Under very limited supervision, performs project controls activities, prepares business/financial plans and reports on a periodic or ad hoc basis.

• Demonstrate proficient ability and knowledge in the development of cost and schedule baselines, milestone schedules, work breakdown structures, spend out plans to establish optimum conditions and effective utilization of resources and facilities, including equipment, manpower, and funding.


• Utilize advanced project control concepts to demonstrate personal expertise and leadership in the application of controls including the development of advanced system applications. Provide state-of-the-art technical control expertise to guide subordinates in the development of complex, multi-project integrated area project analysis and problem correction.


• Participates in routine project cost reviews/schedule meetings - Develops and implements a basic change management system for engineering and construction assigned work scope


• Analyzes variances in cost and schedule performance against the plan, and communicate the reasons for the issuance of variance and proposed mitigation plans to Management


• Understands the business environment and the operations of the area being supported.


• Provides the key linkage between the client and the planning process and actively contributes to the control of the client's business unit.


• Performs and applies financial analysis techniques including but not limited to variance analysis, statistical analysis, scenario analysis, etc., to work scopes and decisions as requested by management.


• Develop costing rates, explain costing rates for the budget process, maintain rates in PeopleSoft and analyze pool variances (Assigned Overhead and Service Pools)


• Perform extensive analysis of various business operations to ascertain funding limitations and execute appropriate cost controls; identify productivity and financial issues; design highly integrated financial controls; and create cost effective processes to enhance productivity


• Define requirements and develop models for complex business systems, develop test plans and scenarios, incorporate major system enhancements into existing financial applications, oversee implementation of project and monitor system effectiveness


• Initiate and direct special studies, develop business solutions for intricate problem areas for management and translate the conceptual ideas of higher management into operating plans.


• Prepare comprehensive monthly financial reports including analyses, forecasts, and spend plans.


• Assemble, analyze, interpret information and apply practical knowledge to create innovative solutions to resolve complex business issues.


• Provide leadership, technical direction and training to other Project Controls personnel.


• Understands CAS/FAR principles

Education Requirements

• Master's degree in business / construction management / technical / engineering or a related area and 5 years of practical experience.


• Bachelor's degree in business / construction management / technical / engineering or a related area and 7 years of practical experience would be considered equivalent.


• An Associate's degree and 11 years of practical experience would be considered equivalent.


• A high school diploma and 15 years of relevant experience would also be considered equivalent.

Qualifications

• Candidate must be a U.S. Citizen.


• Satisfactory results of a pre-employment screening, which includes a drug and breath alcohol test, along with a Motor Vehicle Record check.


• Candidate must be able to obtain and maintain a DOE Security Clearance.


• 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 practical experience in the use of the Site Business systems.


• A comprehensive knowledge and understanding of project management and cost and schedule control at the tactical level would be necessary, along with a knowledge of operations, maintenance, or project startup and construction.


• Primavera and COBRA experience required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Possession of an active DOE/DoD clearance within the past two (2) years is preferred.


• Previous DOE/NNSA work experience.

Work Schedule

A 40 hour work week is scheduled. Client utilizes various work schedules including 5/8s (8 hour/day; five days per week), 4/10's (10 hour/day; four days per week), and 9/80's (9 hour/day, five days on week AA and four days on week BB. Work week excludes Client holidays. Each workday has 30-minute lunch. Overtime will be expected at times to meet deliverables and will be utilized at the discretion of the Manager.

Why Omega Technical Services

Omega Technical Services is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business and a trusted partner to the Department of Energy, Department of Defense, and other commercial clients, supporting mission-critical projects that shape national security and technological innovation. Our culture is defined by leadership, initiative, and trust. Our values drive meaningful outcomes and long-term impact.

At Omega Technical Services, you'll work alongside elite subject matter experts who thrive on being challenged, innovation, and collaboration. We offer competitive pay, comprehensive benefits including medical, dental and vision insurance; short and long term disability insurance; 401(k) with a company match; AD&D insurance, paid time off, and holiday pay. *Based on eligibility requirements.

When you join Omega Technical Services, you're not just starting a job, you're building a career that honors the past, powers today's progress, and accelerates the most vital missions of tomorrow.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Omega Technical Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.