Project Controls 3 #1663JP00002987 (3548)

Navarro Research and Engineering is recruiting a Project Controls 3 #1663JP00002987 (3548) in Los Alamos, NM.

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.

*This position will support the Los Alamos National Laboratory as a Navarro employee in a staff augmentation position at TA-55.

Job Description

Title: Plutonium Facilities Engineering - Project Controls Engineer 

Summary:

The Project Controls Engineer (PCE) supports the Plutonium Facilities Engineering schedule development, maintenance, reporting, and monitoring activities. The PCE will also support cost estimating, cost analysis, and cost control activities.

Duties encompass a variety of tasks but remain within parameters established by the procedure or process being supported in the Plutonium Facilities Engineering - Project Controls Engineer (PFE-PCE) function. The role requires demonstrated experience in managing and maintaining integrated project schedules, monitoring project progress, and analyzing schedule and cost data for engineering / construction projects.

The successful candidate will work independently and as part of multidisciplinary teams, interfacing with engineering and operations to ensure consistent project controls practices that support strategic execution and mission success.

Job Duties:

• Safety and security are a primary responsibility for all Laboratory employees. Assures safety and security compliance, maintains required safety and security training, and makes safety and security an integral part of every task, including taking the necessary steps to stop work if continuing the job is unsafe or compromises security.
• Fosters a mutually respectful and inclusive work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment.

The following duties are general/common within the Plutonium Facilities Engineering Division’s Project Controls Engineer role:

• Adheres to the Plutonium Facilities Engineering Division’s policies, programs, procedures, and practices.
• Verifies the adequacy and completeness of Plutonium Facilities Engineering schedule updates.
• Performs schedule development, analysis, and maintenance using Primavera P6 or similar scheduling tools.
• Develops and maintains detailed resource-loaded schedules that align with project scope, milestones, and deliverables.
• Monitors schedule performance, identify variances, and provide actionable recovery strategies.
• Prepares and deliver comprehensive project controls reports (daily, weekly, monthly) to project engineers, engineering leads, and stakeholders.
• Ensures data integrity and compliance with internal procedures.
• Provides mentoring and guidance to junior project controls staff.

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work.
• Effective communication skills necessary to communicate, contribute, and be a part of a team.
• Advanced knowledge of project controls principles, including CPM scheduling and performance measurement.
• Proficiency in Primavera P6
• Strong skills in Microsoft Excel and data analysis.
• Familiarity with earned value management principles and application.
• Strong understanding of engineering and construction workflows.
• Effective problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Familiarity with DOE, NNSA, or nuclear facility project requirements is a plus.
• Must have a Department of Energy Q clearance.

Position requires a minimum of 5–8 years of experience in project controls, preferably supporting complex engineering and construction projects, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

PMI-SP, PMP, AACE, or similar certifications are a plus.

*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, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation & Public Holidays)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability