Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. HukariAscendent is seeking a Technical Project Manager to manage technical and operational projects. The role oversees project requirements, deliverables, budgets, schedules, cost controls, and project teams, with a focus on Primavera P6 scheduling, Cobra cost management, and EVMS processes.
Responsibilities
- The Technical Project Manager (TPM) manages and ensures the timely completion of discrete technical or operational projects; establishes technical requirements for the project; defines project deliverables, budgets, and schedules; and oversees the project team in the planning, tracking, and execution of the project from initiation to completion
- Projects are a set of related activities associated with a Line-Item Projects Project Controls program, and the candidate must be able to produce specific products or provide services to meet customer requirements
- The TPM develops or maintains processes to meet specific programmatic needs and produces the work products defined by the hiring manager
- This role is responsible for cost analysis/control and planning and scheduling activities for projects or programs with significant non-routine requirements, requiring a high degree of technical skill and experience
- The role includes identifying, analyzing, and providing innovative solutions to cost and schedule guidance for projects and programs, ensuring work is completed as scheduled, and identifying cost trends for management attention
- This is a senior-level position supporting an additional project scope, working closely with Construction Managers (CAMs), Project Managers, and Field Managers, with heavy use of Primavera P6 scheduling across multiple levels of project detail
Skills
- Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 12 years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience (years of relevant experience leading large-scale project scheduling and submittals efforts may offset the education requirement)
- Experience supporting project scheduling using Primavera P6, including data quality checks, integration tasks, and schedule analysis at both lower and higher schedule levels
- Experience supporting project cost management using Cobra and EVMS processes
- Mid- to advanced-level proficiency in Excel, with heavy use for data analytics
- Demonstrated initiative and independence — able to take a concept from idea to delivered product without heavy direction
- Strong communication skills across both technical and business contexts
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a continuous-improvement mindset
- Ability to travel occasionally (approximately 5%) for onboarding and periodic project reviews
- A-Level access required
- Candidates without demonstrated experience in the required software (P6, Cobra, Excel) will not be considered
- Four-year degree or advanced degree
- Experience in project controls within DOE/NNSA environments
- Knowledge of Project Controls procedures, policies, and processes, and DOE O 413.3B EVMS requirements
- PMP and/or EVP certification
- Familiarity with Power BI
- Familiarity with SharePoint
- Some familiarity with Asset Suite
- Work schedule: 4/10s preferred; occasional 5/8s can be accommodated
Benefits
- Remote position; on-site presence needed only occasionally (approximately 5%) for onboarding and periodic reviews
- Work schedule: 4/10s preferred; occasional 5/8s can be accommodated
- Per diem provided when traveling
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- 401(k) plan
- Paid time off
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