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Navarro Research and Engineering

Project Controls 3 #3109 (3715)

Navarro Research and Engineering, Los Alamos, New Mexico, us, 87545

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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.

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 delivers 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

Requirements

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

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.

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

Benefits

Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)

Paid Time Off (Vacation & Public Holidays)

Short Term & Long Term Disability

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Project Management

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