Business Analyst - Senior Advisor
Apply NowCompany: Longenecker & Associates
Location: Aiken, SC 29803
Description:
Description
OVERVIEW
Longenecker & Associates (L&A) seeks a motivated Business Analyst - Senior Advisor to contribute to our mission supporting our work at SRNS in Aiken, SC.
L&A is a woman-owned small business and trusted partner enabling critical missions across the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) complex for more than 30 years. We contribute to DOE's nuclear security and environmental remediation enterprise by providing the highest-caliber staff and experts.
L&A is unconditionally committed to mission success and the well-being of employees, the nation and the environment. Our team members are passionate about building a healthier environment for generations to come. We are a community that interfaces and effectively communicates with all levels of management and government. If you have a passion for excellence, seek opportunities to engage in mission critical work, and consistently exceed expectations, apply now to join our professional family.
POSITION DESCRIPTION
Responsible for performing as the Senior Advisor to senior SRNS/DOE/NNSA Management for the execution, development, implementation, maintenance and accountability of total project controls, financial analysis or estimating applications. Also responsible for providing leadership and advise to management that enables the capability to maintain and improve planning, scheduling, financial analysis and cost control throughout the life cycle of a very complex or unique project or program.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
A Master's degree in business / construction management / technical / engineering or a related area and 12 years of practical experience. Bachelor's (BA or BS) degree in business / construction management /
technical / engineering or a related area and 15 years of practical experience would be considered equivalent. An Associate's degree and 17 years of practical experience would be considered equivalent. A high school diploma and 20 years of relevant experience would also be considered equivalent.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Desired Qualifications
LOCATION
Position will be on-site in Aiken, SC.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS
Successful candidates will be able to perform the essential functions of the job with reasonable accommodation. This job posting reflects management's assignment of essential functions and the descriptions listed do not restrict management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
Duration of the Contract: One (1) year with the option to extend for two (2) additional one (1) year options
Estimates Hours Per Year: 2,000ST / 300OT
Anticipated Work Schedule: 6:00am - 4:00pm.
Onsite or Remote? Local candidates or willing to relocate at the candidate's expense. 100% onsite.
SALARY AND BENEFITS
As an L&A employee, you will be eligible for a competitive salary as well as a comprehensive benefits package including healthcare (medical and dental), 401K plan, and paid time off. We believe in investing in our employees beyond compensation and as an L&A employee, you will have access to in-house training, career pathing, mentoring, award programs, tuition reimbursement and much more.
L&A 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.
OVERVIEW
Longenecker & Associates (L&A) seeks a motivated Business Analyst - Senior Advisor to contribute to our mission supporting our work at SRNS in Aiken, SC.
L&A is a woman-owned small business and trusted partner enabling critical missions across the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) complex for more than 30 years. We contribute to DOE's nuclear security and environmental remediation enterprise by providing the highest-caliber staff and experts.
L&A is unconditionally committed to mission success and the well-being of employees, the nation and the environment. Our team members are passionate about building a healthier environment for generations to come. We are a community that interfaces and effectively communicates with all levels of management and government. If you have a passion for excellence, seek opportunities to engage in mission critical work, and consistently exceed expectations, apply now to join our professional family.
POSITION DESCRIPTION
Responsible for performing as the Senior Advisor to senior SRNS/DOE/NNSA Management for the execution, development, implementation, maintenance and accountability of total project controls, financial analysis or estimating applications. Also responsible for providing leadership and advise to management that enables the capability to maintain and improve planning, scheduling, financial analysis and cost control throughout the life cycle of a very complex or unique project or program.
- Responsible for providing strategic advice as it relates to performance of highly complex Project Control/Financial/Planning & Scheduling activities and/or supervising the overall effort for a project or program.
- Under Limited direction develops, implements and directs the total financial / project /program scopes *Provides strategic advice to management towards execution of plans.
- Develop Life Cycle scope, cost and schedule estimates for projects consistent with DOE/NNSA funding guidance, project scope.
- Ensure projects/funding are managed in accordance with the DOE requirements.
- Establish and monitor productivity improvement goals and implementation plans by evaluating DOE/NNSA reviews and audit, assigning sponsors and tracking process.
- Demonstrate creative ability and knowledge in the development of project baseline plans, milestone schedules, work breakdown structures and spend plans.
- Maintains working knowledge of the functionality of Site Business systems and provides advise pertaining to potential improvements.
- Develops and delivers training programs in Project Controls/Financial Controls/P&S systems and methods.
- Leads, prepares and presents financial/project information in appropriate format to Senior/Executive SRNS management.
- Leads project cost reviews / schedule meetings
- Regularly provides functional guidance to subordinates in the development of highly complex multi-project integrated program/project analysis and problem solving
- Act as the primary SRNS interface with DOE-SR and DOE-HQ on technical and financial initiatives. Responsible for assuring award fee items are resolved within allotted time.
- Initiate and deliver concise and accurate oral and written presentations to internal and external customers on project status, changes and alternative approaches.
- Act as a business/financial advisor to assigned financial/project management teams, peers, less experienced financial/project managers and SRS senior management, as well as external customers.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
A Master's degree in business / construction management / technical / engineering or a related area and 12 years of practical experience. Bachelor's (BA or BS) degree in business / construction management /
technical / engineering or a related area and 15 years of practical experience would be considered equivalent. An Associate's degree and 17 years of practical experience would be considered equivalent. A high school diploma and 20 years of relevant experience would also be considered equivalent.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Ability to work in a diverse work environment,
- Satisfactory results of a pre-employment screening, which includes a background check and drug screening.
- Ability to fulfill and promote L&A core values.
- 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
- Possesses strong personal computer skills.
Desired Qualifications
- Possession of an active DOE clearance (L or Q) within the past two (2) years is preferred.
- Experience with government construction.
- Experience with P6.
- Experience with schedule and baseline development and variance analysis.
LOCATION
Position will be on-site in Aiken, SC.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS
Successful candidates will be able to perform the essential functions of the job with reasonable accommodation. This job posting reflects management's assignment of essential functions and the descriptions listed do not restrict management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
Duration of the Contract: One (1) year with the option to extend for two (2) additional one (1) year options
Estimates Hours Per Year: 2,000ST / 300OT
Anticipated Work Schedule: 6:00am - 4:00pm.
Onsite or Remote? Local candidates or willing to relocate at the candidate's expense. 100% onsite.
SALARY AND BENEFITS
As an L&A employee, you will be eligible for a competitive salary as well as a comprehensive benefits package including healthcare (medical and dental), 401K plan, and paid time off. We believe in investing in our employees beyond compensation and as an L&A employee, you will have access to in-house training, career pathing, mentoring, award programs, tuition reimbursement and much more.
L&A 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.