Project Controls Specialist

BWX Technologies, Inc.; Oak Ridge (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

BWX Technologies, Inc. in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, is seeking an Entry Level Project Controls Specialist to support project managers and engineering teams with planning, scheduling, cost tracking, and reporting for enrichment operations projects.

This role is an excellent entry point for graduates in engineering, business, finance or project management, offering exposure to regulatory compliance and continuous improvement, with a base salary range of $60,000–$90,000 plus benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Finance, Project Management, or related field.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Proficiency with Excel and other basic analytical tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain project schedules, including task sequencing and milestone tracking.
• Monitor and report cost performance and budget variances.
• Prepare routine project status reports with schedule updates and risk assessments.
• Track change requests and maintain documentation aligned with approved scopes.
• Coordinate with project teams to gather information for schedule and cost updates.
• Record action items and decisions from project meetings.
• Maintain project records per site procedures and regulatory expectations.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives within Project Controls.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Scheduling software

Cost management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Business/Finance/PM or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Primavera P6

MS Project

Job description

At BWX Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: BWXT), we are People Strong, Innovation Driven. A U.S.-based company, BWXT is a Fortune 1000 and Defense News Top 100 manufacturing and engineering innovator that provides safe and effective nuclear solutions for global security, clean energy, environmental restoration, nuclear medicine and space exploration. With more than 7,800 employees, BWXT has 14 major operating sites in the U.S., Canada and the U.K. We are the sole manufacturer of naval nuclear reactors for U.S. submarines and aircraft carriers. Our company supplies precision manufactured components, services and fuel for the commercial nuclear power industry across four continents. Our joint ventures provide environmental restoration and operations management at a dozen U.S. Department of Energy and NASA facilities. BWXT’s technology is driving advances in medical radioisotope production in North America and microreactors for various defense and space applications. For more information, visit www.bwxt.com . Follow us on LinkedIn , X , Facebook and Instagram .

Position Summary

The Project Controls Specialist (Entry Level) supports project managers and engineering teams by providing essential planning, scheduling, cost tracking, and reporting for projects within our enrichment operations facility. This role ensures project activities are monitored accurately and helps maintain compliance with internal standards and regulatory requirements. It is an excellent opportunity for individuals beginning their career in project management, finance, engineering, or business operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with developing and maintaining project schedules, including task sequencing, resource assignments, and milestone tracking.
• Support cost management activities by collecting data, updating cost reports, and monitoring budget performance.
• Prepare routine project status reports, including schedule updates, cost trends, risks, and progress summaries.
• Help track project change requests and maintain documentation ensuring alignment with approved scopes.
• Coordinate with project managers, engineering, procurement, and operations teams to gather information needed for schedule and cost updates.
• Participate in project meetings and record action items, decisions, and follow‑up requirements.
• Maintain project records, logs, and documentation in accordance with site procedures and regulatory expectations.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives within the Project Controls function.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Finance, Project Management, or related field; or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and other basic analytical tools
• Ability to learn scheduling or cost management software (e.g., Primavera P6, MS Project, or similar)

Preferred:

• Internship or co-op experience in a technical or project-related environment
• Familiarity with industrial, manufacturing, or nuclear operations settings
• Understanding of basic project management principles (scope, schedule, cost, risk)
• Detail-oriented with strong problem‑solving abilities
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and work in a fast‑paced operational environment
• Collaborative mindset with interest in learning and developing new skills
• Commitment to safety, quality, and compliance

This role operates within our enrichment operations facility and may require occasional time in technical or industrial areas. Appropriate training and protective equipment will be provided.

Pay: $60,000- $90,000

The base salary range for this position in Tennessee (US-TN) at the start of employment is expected to be between $60,000 and $90,000 per year. However, the base salary offered is based on local job market factors, and may vary further depending on factors specific to the selected job candidate, such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other objective business considerations. Subject to these considerations, the total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, such as an annual cash incentive in addition to a full range of medical, retirement, and/or other benefits. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided at such time the selected job candidate receives an offer of employment. If hired, the selected job candidate will be employed 'at-will,’ unless employed at a location and in a position subject to a collective bargaining agreement. The company further reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment, compensation or benefit program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, company or individual department/team performance, and other market factors.

As a federal government contractor, BWX Technologies, Inc. and any subsidiaries, affiliates and related entities (“BWXT” or the “Company”) complies with all federal, state, and local laws and customer requirements regarding health and safety protocols. As such, all BWXT new hires will be required to adhere to applicable Company health and safety requirements within the workplace as a condition of employment.

All candidates must be U.S. citizens. Selected applicants are required to successfully complete a pre-employment check and drug screening. In addition, the position may require the ability to obtain and maintain applicable federal eligibility requirements for access to classified/sensitive information or matter which involves an extensive criminal and financial background investigation, drug test, previous employment, and reference verifications.

BWXT is committed to the concept of Equal Employment Opportunity. We have established procedures to ensure that all personnel actions such as recruitment, compensation, career development, benefits, company-sponsored training and social recreational programs are administered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, protected veteran or other protected status.

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