Commonwealth Fusion Systems

Project Controls Specialist

LocationDevens, MA
Job Typefull_time
Salary$90,000-$145,000

About This Job


About Commonwealth Fusion Systems:

Commonwealth Fusion Systems is on a mission to deliver the urgent transition to fusion energy.

Combining decades of research, top talent and new technologies, we’re designing and building commercially viable fusion power plants. And working with policymakers and suppliers to build the energy industry of the future.

We’re in the best position to make it happen. Since 2018, we’ve raised over $2 billion in capital – more than any other fusion energy company in the U.S.

Now we’re looking for more thinkers, doers, builders, and makers to join us. People who’ll bring new perspectives, solve tough problems, and thrive as part of a team.

If that’s you and this role fits, we want to hear from you.

Join the power movement as a Project Controls Specialist

The Project Controls Specialist is a critical role focused on ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget. This position involves developing and managing project controls, including scheduling cost control and risk management. The Project Controls Specialist will work directly with the technical project managers, Engineers and stakeholders to provide guidance to project teams, analyze Project Performance, and ensure adherence to established processes and standards.

This position will also support upcoming Company projects that may support the whole portfolio of the company.


What you'll do:

Planning & Scheduling
➢ Develop and maintain comprehensive project schedules using scheduling software (e.g., Primavera P6, Microsoft Project) to outline tasks, durations, and dependencies
➢ Collaborate with Technical project managers, engineers, supply chain, production and other stakeholders to gather project requirements and establish WBS, activities and set duration with realistic logic ties
➢ Analyze project scope, objectives, and constraints to identify critical path activities and potential risks
➢ Conduct schedule analysis, including critical path analysis, float analysis, and "what-if" scenarios, to identify potential delays and recommend mitigation strategies

Cost Controls
➢ Establish and maintain project cost baselines, budgets and forecasts
➢ Tracking project costs against the budget, identifying cost overruns, and implementing cost control measures
➢ Implement and manage earned value management (EVM) systems to measure project performance

Risk Management
➢ Develop and maintain risk registers
➢ Monitor and track the effectiveness of risk mitigation actions
➢ Perform quantitative risk analysis (e.g. Montecarlo simulations) to assess schedule and cost contingencies

Performance reporting
➢ Preparing regular project status reports, including earned value metrics, schedule performance, cost forecasts, and other key performance indicators
➢ Communicating project status and issues to project managers, stakeholders, and other team members
➢ Conduct regular progress meetings with project teams to review schedule updates, address concerns, and resolve conflicts
➢ Generate reports and Dashboards to communicate schedule status, performance metrics, and cost forecasts to project stakeholders

Process improvement
➢ Continuously improve Scheduling & Cost processes and methodologies to enhance project efficiency and effectiveness
➢ Experience in time impact analysis to help the stakeholders understand the time impact of any possible risk that will yield into the proper decision
➢ Experience in resource allocation, equipment availability, and manpower requirements into project schedules


What we’re looking for:

Relevant degree in engineering, construction management, or a related field
3-5 years of experience in Scheduling management & Cost Control for complex projects & programs
Hands-on experience as a project controller in infrastructure capital projects, aerospace, manufacturing, Oil & gas or other complex projects
Strong understanding of project management principles and methodologies
Proficiency in scheduling software: (e.g., Primavera P6, Microsoft Project) , other scheduling tools will be a plus
Experience with cost management and financial analysis
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Attention to detail and organizational skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Experience with earned value management (EVM)


Must-have Requirements:

Willingness to travel when required or work required nights/weekends/on-call
Perform activities such as typing, stooping or sitting for extended periods of time
Work in a facility that contains industrial hazards including heat, cold, noise, fumes, strong magnets, lead (Pb), high voltage, high current, pressure systems, and cryogenics

Salary range for this full-time position + equity + benefits. The actual salary will depend on level, location, qualifications, and experience. The range displayed on each job posting reflects new hire salaries for the position across all US locations. Benefits include:

Competitive compensation with equity
12.5 Company-wide Holidays
Flexible vacation days
10 sick days
Generous parental leave policy
Health, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with employer matching
Professional growth opportunities
Team-building activities


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At CFS, we excel in fast-paced environments, driven by our values of integrity, execution, impact, and self-critique. As we grow, we’re eager to bring on mission-driven folks who offer diverse perspectives and fresh ways to tackle challenges.

We value diversity deeply and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer by choice. We consider all qualified applicants equally, regardless of race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, protected veteran status, religion, physical or mental disability, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or any other basis protected by law.

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