Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. BAE Systems is an international defense, aerospace, and security company seeking an EVMS Control Account Manager to join their team. The role involves leading project execution within the Earned Value Management Systems framework and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure project success and quality initiatives.
Responsibilities
- Plan, manage and deliver the scope of work within allocated Control Accounts to established quality standards
- Establish and maintain the Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) Dictionary, ensuring a clear definition of the Statement of Work (SOW), inputs/dependencies, deliverables, and milestones
- Deconstruct the CWBS into discrete, manageable packages of work for each assigned Control Account
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define and manage work scope, schedule, and budget
- Select and assign the most appropriate Earned Value measurement technique for each Work Package
- Execute time-phasing of budget assignments for both labor and non-labor resources
- Proactively plan for long-lead time work and identify necessary baseline changes to maintain integrity
- Identification and management of risks and opportunities
- Maintain up-to-date reporting on progress against the Master Schedule and Estimate to Completion (ETC), including the reporting of Earned Value data
- Perform variance and performance analysis on EV data and develop corrective action plans and supporting narratives for major issues
- Implement and maintain EVMS processes and procedures to measure performance and identify variances
- Track progress and actual costs while providing regular status updates to project stakeholders
- Serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) on EVMS principles, fostering a culture of continuous improvement
- Develop technical and cost Basis of Estimates (BOEs) during the proposal phase for future program scope
- Partner with bidding teams to define WBS and SOW elements, ensuring a sustainable and executable program baseline
- Bridge the gap between proposal estimates and program execution to ensure continuity in resource and cost management
Skills
- Typically requires a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field, with four years of applicable experience, OR an Associate's degree with six years of applicable experience, OR the overall equivalent
- Professional experience in project/program control or a leadership role, preferably in a defense or aerospace industry
- Proven experience managing large-scale programs or projects, including budgeting, scheduling, resource allocation, and risk management
- Knowledge of Earned Value Management (EVM) principles and practices, including the ability to interpret and analyze EVM data
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively interact with stakeholders at all levels
- Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate and direct cross-functional teams
- Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and mitigate risks
- Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams, including program management, engineering, procurement, and finance
- Ability to adapt to changing program requirements and priorities
- Strong time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines
- Must be located within commuting distance of our York, PA or Sterling Heights, MI offices. Relocation assistance is not available
- Certifications such as PMP (Project Management Professional), EVMP (Earned Value Management Professional), or CAM (Control Account Manager) are highly desirable
- Strong analytical skills, with the ability to analyze complex data and make informed decisions
- Direct experience in proposal estimating or the development of Basis of Estimates (BOE's)
- Advanced Microsoft M365 skillset, including optimizing SharePoint Online and Teams, as well as developing and automating workflows using Power Automate, Power Apps, and advanced Excel capabilities
- Proficiency in EVMS tools and software, such as Deltek's Open Plan and Cobra, Primavera, and/or PM Compass
Benefits
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Health savings accounts
- A 401(k) savings plan
- Disability coverage
- Life and accident insurance
- Employee assistance program
- A legal plan
- Discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance
- Paid time off
- Paid holidays
- Paid parental leave
- Paid military leave
- Paid bereavement leave
- Any applicable federal and state sick leave
- Company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards
- Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics
- Temporary employees working 20+ hours per week are eligible for medical benefits, the employee assistance program, and business travel accident insurance
- Temporary employees can elect to participate in the 401(k) savings plan
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