Lead Business Analyst - Project Controls

Pay Range: USD $185,000.00 - USD $210,000.00 /Yr. About Us:

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Overview:

Omega Technical Services is seeking a highly motivated Lead Business Analyst - Project Controls to support ongoing operations in Aiken, SC. This position plays a vital role in advancing critical mission objectives within a highly regulated and technically demanding environment.

As a trusted partner to government agencies and national laboratories, Omega Technical Services supports some of the nation's most complex and high-impact programs. Through these strategic collaborations, Omega contributes directly to the strength, security, and sustainability of the U.S. Nuclear Security Enterprise.

Responsibilities:

DUTIES:

Responsible for leading the organization, development, implementation, maintenance and accountability of total project controls, financial analysis or estimating applications designed to provide management with the total capability of maintaining planning, scheduling, financial analysis and cost control throughout the life cycle of a very complex or unique project or program.

Responsible for performing highly complex Project Control activities and/or supervising the overall Project Controls effort for a project or assignment. Plans and executes the Project Controls requirements for a project including, but not limited to:

- Develops, implements, and directs the total Project Controls program on projects/major work scopes - Demonstrate creative ability and knowledge in the development of project baseline plans, milestone schedules, work breakdown structures and spend plans to establish optimum conditions and effective utilization of resources and facilities, including equipment, manpower, and funding.

- Innovate new project control concepts utilizing demonstrated personal expertise and leadership in the functional area of project control including the development of advanced system applications.

- Provide state-of-the-art technical project control expertise to guide subordinates in the development of highly complex multi-project integrated area project analysis and problem correction.

- Analyzes variances in cost and schedule performance against the plan, and communicates the reasons for the issuance of variance and proposed mitigation plans to Management.

- Maintains working knowledge of the functionality of Site Business systems

- Responsible for providing technical and administrative direction, coordination, evaluation, training and coaching to a team of Project Controls specialists. Perform personnel performance evaluations and counseling. Assist in personnel selection and training as directed. Initiates and/or participates in developmental activities.

- Develops and delivers training programs in Project Controls systems and methods

- Prepares and presents financial information in appropriate format to senior SRNS management.

- Leads project cost reviews / schedule

Education Requirements:

- A Master's degree in business/ construction management/ technical/ engineering or a related area and 8 years of practical experience.

- Bachelor's degree in business/ construction management I technical / engineering or a related area and 10 years of practical experience would be considered equivalent.

- An Associate's degree and 13 years of practical experience would be considered equivalent.

- A high school diploma and 17 years of relevant experience would also be considered equivalent.

Qualifications:

- Candidate must be a U.S. Citizen.

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

- Candidate must be able to obtain and maintain a DOE Security Clearance.

- Possesses strong personal computer skills.

- Requires expert proficiency in the use of automated accounting, cost management, scheduling and estimating systems as tools for performing required duties.

- Possesses considerable practical experience in the use of the Site Business systems.

Preferred Qualifications:

- Possession of an active DOE/DoD clearance within the past two (2) years is preferred.

- Previous DOE/NNSA work experience.

- Experience on DOE/NNSA/DOD Capital Projects.

- 10 years of experience utilizing P6 software to measure schedule performance against an approved project/program baseline. Experience resource loading schedules in P6 including manpower, materials and equipment to support tracking project progress, financial status and performance metrics.

- 10 years of experience tracking cost performance against an approved project/program baseline. Experience with Change Control including trends and Baseline Change Proposals (BCPs).

- Experience utilizing the following software : P6, Cobra, Empower,

- Experience with Earned Value Management System (EVMS).

- Experience with planning and forecast.

Work Schedule: A 40 hour work week is scheduled. Client utilizes various work schedules including 5/8s (8 hour/day; five days per week), 4/10’s (10 hours/day; four days per week), and 9/80’s (9 hours/day, five days on week AA and four days on week BB. Work week excludes Client holidays. Each workday has 30-minute lunch. Overtime will be expected at times to meet deliverables and will be utilized at the discretion of the Manager. Why Omega Technical Services?:

Omega Technical Services is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business and a trusted partner to the Department of Energy, Department of Defense, and other commercial clients, supporting mission-critical projects that shape national security and technological innovation. Our culture is defined by leadership, initiative, and trust. Our values drive meaningful outcomes and long-term impact.

At Omega Technical Services, you’ll work alongside elite subject matter experts who thrive on being challenged, innovation, and collaboration. We offer competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to grow your career in a mission-first, people-focused environment.

When you join Omega Technical Services, you’re not just starting a job, you’re building a career that honors the past, powers today’s progress, and accelerates the most vital missions of tomorrow.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Omega Technical Services 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.