Principal Project Control Specialist - 26-00445

Principal Project Control Specialist Onsite: Aiken, SCAbout the JobDuration: 12 Months Contract Position with Possibility of extensionLocation: Onsite: Aiken, SCPay rate: HourlyJob ID: 1529 Responsibilities: 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, Client, 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 ManagementMaintains working knowledge of the functionality of Site Business systemsResponsible 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 methodsPrepares and presents financial information in appropriate format to senior anagement.Leads project cost reviews / schedule meetings. Qualifications: Education: 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 / 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.Experience/Skills: 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. OTHER REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:Area Security Access: Candidate must be able to obtain and maintain a DOE “Q” security clearance. An active DOE clearance is not initially required to perform assigned duties. After award, the selected candidate will be notified when to apply for a clearance based on specific work assignments.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:Candidates who have possessed an active DOE clearance (L or Q) within the past two (2) years are preferred. About our Company DataSoft Technologies is a highly recognized provider of professional IT Consulting services in the US. Founded in 1994, DataSoft Technologies, Inc. provides staff augmentation services for Information Technology and Automotive Services. Our team member benefits include:Paid Holidays/Paid Time Off (PTO)Medical/Dental InsuranceVision InsuranceShort Term/Long Term DisabilityLife Insurance401 (K)