Project Controls Specialist III (4004)

Navarro Research and Engineering, Inc.; Idaho Falls (ID); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Care Plan

Retirement Plan (401k)

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Disability Insurance

Equal Opportunity Employer

Job summary

Navarro Research and Engineering in Idaho Falls, ID, is seeking a Project Controls Specialist (III 4004) to monitor schedule, cost, risk, and change management for DOE-related projects. You will analyze controls data, prepare management reports, and support timely decision-making.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree and at least 10 years of DOE project experience, with proven ability to deliver actionable insights and robust forecasts. This is a full-time on-site position at Idaho Falls.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum 10 years of experience on Department of Energy related projects.
• Experience on at least one capitol project.
• Knowledge of project controls, earned value management, scheduling, cost analysis, risk assessment, and change management.

Responsibilities

• Independently assess and monitor project performance across schedule, cost, risk, and cash flow.
• Analyze controls data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Prepare management reports summarizing status, issues, risks, and actions.
• Support performance reviews with analyses and decision-support information.
• Recommend corrective actions for schedule, cost, risk, or execution concerns.
• Coordinate with stakeholders to support informed management decisions.
• Maintain accuracy and integrity of project controls data for reporting.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication

Problem solving

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field

Tools

Earned value management

Scheduling

Cost analysis

Job description

Navarro Research and Engineering is recruiting a Project Controls Specialist (III 4004) in Idaho Falls, ID.

Navarro Research & Engineering is an award-winning federal contractor dedicated to partnering with clients to advance clean energy and deliver effective solutions for complex challenges in the nuclear and environmental fields. Joining Navarro means being a part of an exceptional team committed to quality and safety while also looking for innovative strategies to create value for the client’s success. Headquartered in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, Navarro has active programs in place across the nation for DOE/NNSA, NASA, and the Department of Defense.

Position Summary

The Project Controls Specialist provides independent assessment and monitoring of project performance across schedule, cost, risk, change management, cash flow forecasting, and project execution metrics. This position analyzes project information, identifies risks and opportunities, supports performance reviews, and recommends corrective actions to improve project outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Independently assess and monitor project performance, including schedule, cost, risk, change management, cash flow forecasts, and execution metrics.

• Analyze project controls data to identify performance trends, emerging risks, and opportunities for improved project outcomes.

• Prepare clear, accurate management reports that summarize project status, performance issues, risks, opportunities, and recommended actions.

• Support project performance reviews by developing analyses, metrics, and other decision-support information.

• Recommend corrective actions in response to schedule, cost, risk, change, cash flow, or execution performance concerns.

• Coordinate with project stakeholders to evaluate project information and support timely, informed management decisions.

• Maintain the accuracy, consistency, and integrity of project controls information used for reporting and forecasting.

• Demonstrated experience supporting project controls activities, project performance assessment, or project monitoring.

• Working knowledge of schedule, cost, risk, change management, cash flow forecasting, and project execution metrics.

• Ability to analyze project data, identify risks and opportunities, and translate findings into practical recommendations.

• Ability to prepare management-level reports and support project performance reviews.

• Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to work independently while coordinating effectively with project and management stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with project controls and earned value management.

• Experience with project scheduling and cost analysis.

• Experience supporting large construction or infrastructure projects.

• Experience developing project forecasts, performance metrics, risk assessments, and corrective-action recommendations.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum 10 years experience on Department of Energy related projects.
• Experience on at least one capitol project.
• Relevant education and experience that demonstrate the knowledge and ability to perform project controls, earned value management, scheduling, cost analysis, risk assessment, change management, cash flow forecasting, and project performance reporting responsibilities. Experience supporting large construction or infrastructure projects is highly desirable.

Due to the nature of the government contract requirements and/or clearances requirements, US citizenship is required.

Navarro is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran’s status, or any classification protected by applicable state or local law..

EEO Employer/Vet/Disabled

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation & Public Holidays)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability