Project Controls Engineer III

Longenecker & Associates (L&A), a woman owned small business, has provided technical and management support to the Nuclear Energy Industry for over 30+ years. We have the immediate need for aProject Controls Engineer III to contribute to the mission of Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL). LANL is a multidisciplinary research institution dedicated to enhancing national security by ensuring the safety and reliability of the U.S. nuclear stockpile, developing technologies to reduce threats from weapons of mass destruction, and solving problems related to energy, environment, infrastructure, health, and global security concerns.

L&A is a woman-owned small business and trusted partner enabling critical missions across the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) complex for more than 30 years. We contribute to DOEs nuclear security and environmental remediation enterprise by providing the highest-caliber staff and experts.

What You Will Do

Project Controls III

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 Divisions Project Controls Engineer role:

Adheres to the Plutonium Facilities Engineering Divisions 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.

Minimum Job Requirements:

Ability to work in a diverse work environment,

Satisfactory results of a pre-employment screening, which includes a background check and drug screening.

Ability to fulfill and promote L&A core values.

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.

Experience with Microsoft Suite, P6, Data Analytics, Microstrategy, Spotfire, and/or Tableau is desired.

Project Controls III

Position requires a minimum of 58 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.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

Successful candidates will be able to perform the essential functions of the job with reasonable accommodation. This job posting reflects managements assignment of essential functions and the descriptions listed do not restrict managements right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

2 Year Assignment Duration with possible conversion after

On-site support - 5/8 schedule but flexible

PFE - PE in TA50 across from TA 55

Per-Diem is possible

Ability to obtain a Q is required

SALARY AND BENEFITS

As an L&A employee, you will be eligible for a competitive salary as well as a comprehensive benefits package including healthcare (medical and dental), 401K plan, and paid time off. We believe in investing in our employees beyond compensation and as an L&A employee, you will have access to in-house training, career pathing, mentoring, award programs, tuition reimbursement and much more.

L&A is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, or status as a qualified individual with a disability or protected veteran. #J-18808-Ljbffr