Project Controls Engineer, Mobile Launcher 2 (ML2)

Requisition ID: 283009 

•  Relocation Authorized: National/International - Family 
• Telework Type: Full-Time Office/Project 
• Work Location: Kennedy Space C 

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Project Overview:

The Mobile Launcher 2 (ML2) Project is to provide the design, procurement, construction, and start-up of a launch platform for the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA). The purpose of ML2, located at Kennedy Space Center (KSC), is to provide a launch platform for the Space Launch System (SLS), an advanced launch vehicle that will fill America’s need for deep space missions. ML2 includes many different subsystems that must operate and fit within the constraints of the structure and provide physical interface with KSC launch sites’ ground systems.

Job Summary:

A successful Project Controls Engineer on the Mobile Launcher 2 (ML2) project will collaborate with their lead/supervisor to perform various cost control, planning and scheduling, analysis, and project management tasks. These will include collaboration with change control team members, Control Account and Functional Managers, risk management related tasks and reporting work processes. The successful candidate will have an innovative approach to completing their work and will possess or quickly develop strong automation and data analytics skills. They will also require strong communication skills to support frequent interaction with other members of the project team to develop solutions to execution challenges. All work will be carried out within established Project Controls processes and procedures that comply with EVMS standards and Bechtel’s corporate requirements.  #LI-AM3

Major Responsibilities:

The following duties are performed with respect to Cost Analysis and Control activities:

• Assists in developing and implementing requirements for cost recording, cost coding, reporting, and analyzing standards, programs, and reports.
• Performs performance monitoring and control functions for specific applications.
• Determines scope definition requirements for a discipline or other specialty and works with Area/Functional support personnel and other sources to coordinate the production of required data to conform to the overall estimate preparation plan.
• Performs cost data analysis and development.
• Coordinates quantity estimates for trends/baseline change proposals.
• Assists in developing specific project control accounts and recommends appropriate modifications and revisions. This includes training in the proper use and definitions for the cost accounts.
   

The following duties are performed with respect to Scheduling activities:

• Identifies scope of schedule activities. Determines schedule dates for work activities within a discipline area or specialty. Determines milestones to support project schedule.
• Works with Area/Functional personnel to coordinate work sequences with the total project plan. Conforms work sequence and activity durations per project’s execution plan for a specific discipline or specialty. Determines inter-discipline constraints or interfaces that define activity sequences.
• Assists discipline groups in determining what information is required from other disciplines to support schedule activities and how to interface with the assigned discipline or specialty.
• Provides schedule knowledge on a continuous basis to assist in discipline planning and interfacing with others.
• Performs schedule monitoring, including identifying critical activities and updating functions for specific applications, disciplines, or specialties. Assists in the development of requirements for updating and monitoring the schedule.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university and at least 1 year of professional experience, or in lieu of a degree, a high school diploma or equivalent and at least 5 years of relevant work experience.
• Must be a US Citizen or Permanent Resident of the US per contract requirements.
• Must be able to complete and pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check which includes verification of employment and education.
• All employees are subject and agree to random drug and alcohol testing as a condition of employment and successfully go through a government screening process. Unescorted access approval is required.
• Candidate must successfully clear government background check.

Required Knowledge and Skills:

• Skilled in oral and written communication.
• Demonstrates intermediate level understanding of Project Controls general technical skills.
• Knowledge of engineering and construction management customarily acquired over time through specialized instruction or practical experience.
• Proficiency in PC operating systems and several basic software applications such as Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• Demonstrated ability to work with people of varied backgrounds and objectives.
• Proficiency in multiple discipline specific applications (Primavera, EcoSys, etc.)
• Previous Earned Value Management System experience on an EPC job.
• Flexibility to respond to urgent project requests and/or changing priorities.
• Ability to work under pressure and with minimal supervision.
   

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