Job Description
Mission Support and Test Services, LLC (MSTS) manages and operates the Nevada National Security Site (NNSS) for the U.S. National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA). Our MISSION is to help ensure the security of the United States and its allies by providing high-hazard experimentation and incident response capabilities through operations, engineering, education, field, and integration services and by acting as environmental stewards to the Site’s Cold War legacy. Our VISION is to be the user site of choice for large-scale, high-hazard, national security experimentation, with premier facilities and capabilities below ground, on the ground, and in the air. (See NNSS.gov for our unique capabilities.) Our 2,750+ professional, craft, and support employees are called upon to innovate, collaborate, and deliver on some of the more difficult nuclear security challenges facing the world today.
- MSTS offers our full-time employees highly competitive salaries and benefits packages including medical, dental, and vision; both a pension and a 401k; paid time off and 96 hours of paid holidays; relocation (if located more than 75 miles from work location); tuition assistance and reimbursement; and more.
- MSTS is a limited liability company consisting of Honeywell International Inc. (Honeywell), Jacobs Engineering Group Inc. (Jacobs), and HII Nuclear Inc.
Responsibilities
MSTS is seeking a Project Controls Specialist I to support the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) and Integrated Planning (IP) efforts at the NNSS. This Project Controls position will support NNSS Mission priorities and project scope execution via integration of NNSS facility P6 schedules in the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS). Using various data visualization methods, trending, and reporting this position will support creation of key schedule information to support NNSS leadership decisions about the priorities of project execution. Tools like Primavera P6, MAXIMO, Power BI, Denodo, and SQL queries will all be utilized to find and deliver innovative solutions to mitigate potential resource and schedule conflicts.
Key Responsibilities
- Cost and schedule support as part of a centralized Project Controls organization.
- Support the development and execution of project and functional planning.
- Develop, maintain, and monitor performance baselines, including the change control process.
- Export, format, and evaluate data to support project deliverables and management needs.
- Work on large and small teams to identify issues and provide viable solutions.
- Support development and implementation of project Work Breakdown Structure (WBS).
- Ensure proper Work Authorizations are approved prior to execution of project scope.
- Support the project team in the development and maintenance of Primavera P6 schedules to include full loading of resource requirements and integration with the Cobra performance-reporting database.
- Help the Project Manager ensure Earned Value Management process compliance.
- Contribute to project estimate development and incorporation into the P6 schedule.
- Learn functionality of new or updated project controls system.
- Create and monitor use of project charge numbers.
- Work with project manager to develop and process baseline change requests (BCRs).
- Perform other duties assigned by Management.
Qualifications
Due to the nature of our work, US Citizenship is required for all positions.
- Bachelor’s degree in Science, Engineering, Math or Business-related field or equivalent training and experience.
- Preferred knowledge in the following areas: data analytics, budgeting, forecasting, scheduling, critical thinking, problem solving, creativity, inquiry skills, innovation, collaboration, communication, and adaptability.
- Basic computer skills including the use of spreadsheets, word processors, and databases.
- Advanced MS Excel skills desired.
- Ability to manipulate large amounts of data with minimal errors.
- Communication and organization skills, and ability to work in a team environment.
- Must be detail-oriented.
- Proficiency or ability to learn the following processes and tool sets:
- Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) development
- Work Authorization process
- Primavera P6 schedule development and execution process
- Develop and maintain Primavera P6 schedules to include full loading of resource requirements and integration with the Cobra performance-reporting database
- Earned Value Management (EVM) techniques
- Estimating processes and techniques
- Application System processes
- Opening and closing of charge numbers in the accounting system
- Change Control process
- Able to manage working at multiple sites – the Losee Road facility in North Las Vegas, Nevada, and the NNSS (Nevada National Security Site) located 65 miles northwest of Las Vegas, Nevada.
- Work schedule for this position will be 4/10’s, Monday – Thursday (subject to change).
- Pre-placement physical examination, which includes a drug screen, is required. MSTS maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing.
- Must possess a valid driver's license.
Ability to obtain a HSPD-12 Personal Identity Verification credential under the Department of Energy Order 206.2, ‘
Identity, Credential, and Access Management,’ and Supplemental Directive NNSA SD 206.2, ‘
Implementation of Personal Identity Verification for Uncleared Contractors.’
MSTS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. MSTS is a background screening, drug-free workplace.
The hourly range for this position is: $24.94 - $37.41.
Starting salary is determined based on the position market value, the individual candidate education and experience and internal equity.
