Project Controls Analyst Lead

LLNL$154K — $235K *
Energy & Utilities
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • U.S. citizenship required for DOE Q-level security clearance.
  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience.
  • Proficiency with project control tools like Primavera (P6), MS Project, or Deltek Cobra.
  • Strong background in project cost control and risk analysis; advanced for TSS.4 level.
  • Demonstrated experience in developing and analyzing Estimates at Completion (EACs).
  • High proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
  • Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

  • Coordinate project controls execution, integrating cost, schedule, and earned value data.
  • Develop and maintain project performance reports, addressing data integrity issues.
  • Prepare and validate Estimates at Completion (EACs) and variance analyses.
  • Support baseline development and change control processes.
  • Conduct risk assessments using quantitative methods, recommending mitigation strategies.
  • Mentor and provide guidance for junior project controls analysts.
  • Exercise judgment in resolving complex issues and escalate significant risks.

Benefits

  • Hybrid work model offering flexibility.
  • Career indefinite position providing job security.
  • Opportunity for professional growth and development.
  • Mentoring and leadership opportunities.
Full Job Description
Job Description

We have an opening for a Project Controls Analyst Lead who will coordinate and ensure the production, integrity, and integration of cost, schedule, and earned value data, while supporting baseline change management and project controls execution across assigned projects. This position is in the Project Management Office (PMO).

This position will be filled at eitherlevel based on knowledge and related experience as assessed by the hiring team. Additional job responsibilities (outlined below) will be assigned if hired at the higher level.

You will
  • Perform and coordinate project controls execution for assigned projects, including integrating cost, schedule, and earned value data to ensure accuracy, consistency, and compliance with institutional standards.
  • Develop, maintain, and deliver project performance reporting and dashboards by synthesizing data from multiple systems; troubleshoot and resolve data integrity and traceability issues in collaboration with functional partners.
  • Prepare, validate, and explain Estimates at Completion (EACs), variance analyses, and forecasts, translating performance drivers into actionable risks, issues, and recommendations for project leadership.
  • Support baseline development, baseline maintenance, and change control/configuration management processes, ensuring documentation, traceability, and compliance.
  • Apply qualitative and quantitative risk methods (for example, Monte Carlo analysis) as needed to assess cost and schedule risk and recommend mitigation strategies.
  • Provide work guidance, mentoring, and peer review for other project controls analysts; contribute to onboarding and tool and process training.
  • Exercise independent judgment in resolving moderately complex issues, escalating significant risks/issues as appropriate
  • perform other duties as assigned.

In addition, at the TSS.4 level
  • Provide technical direction across multiple projects to drive consistent application of project controls processes, tools, and reporting practices.
  • Serve as a key advisor to project leadership on complex, high-visibility project controls issues, including interpretation of performance trends, drivers, and corrective actions.
  • Lead improvements to dashboards, reporting tools, and project control methodologies, including piloting and scaling enhancements aligned with institutional standards.
  • Facilitate cross-functional alignment and resolution of complex issues in a matrixed environment, influencing outcomes without direct authority.
  • Lead development and delivery of training content for project controls practices where needed.

Qualifications
  • Ability to maintain a U.S. DOE Q-level security clearance which requires U.S. citizenship.
  • Bachelor's degree in a technical, engineering, business, or related discipline; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Experience with project control tools such as Primavera (P6), MS Project, Deltek Cobra, or equivalent systems, at a level commensurate with the position classification.
  • Knowledge of project cost control, planning and scheduling, earned value management, and risk analysis, with advanced capability expected at the TSS.4 level.
  • Demonstrated ability to perform and coordinate complex cost, schedule, and risk analyses for assigned projects, including developing and evaluating EACs and forecasting methodologies.
  • Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel and PowerPoint.
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
  • Ability to synthesize data from multiple systems into clear and effective reports and presentations.
  • Experience collaborating with stakeholders to ensure integrity and security of project control data.

In addition at the TSS.4 level
  • Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor, or provide technical direction to analysts or project teams.
  • Highly advanced interpersonal skills with the ability to influence without direct authority and build alignment across multiple stakeholders.
  • Expert-level communication skills with the ability to translate complex data into clear, decision-ready insights for senior leadership.
  • Proven ability to facilitate discussions, resolve conflicts, and drive consensus in a matrixed environment.
  • Experience prioritizing and delegating work while maintaining accountability for team deliverables.
  • High level of professionalism and sound judgment in high-visibility or high-pressure situations.

Desired Qualifications
  • Experience with project risk integration and Monte Carlo tools (for example, Crystal Ball, ARM).
  • PMP or CAPM certification.
  • Experience across the full project lifecycle including baseline development, change control, and performance reporting.

Pay Range

$154,950 - $235,692 Annually

$154,950 - $196,476 (TSS.3) Annually

$185,850 - $235,692 (TSS.4) Annually

This is the lowest to highest salary range in good faith we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An employee's position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, specific competencies, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs.

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Position Information

This is a Career Indefinite position, open to Lab employees and external candidates.

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