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Project Controls Staff Member

Oak Ridge National Laboratory
life insurance, parental leave, 401(k), retirement plan, relocation assistance
United States, Tennessee, Oak Ridge
1 Bethel Valley Road (Show on map)
Feb 14, 2026

Requisition Id15918

Level: TP03

Overview

The Project Management Office (PMO) of the Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) seeks a Project Controls Staff Member for the government computing facility project. The Government Computing Facility (GCF) Project is a strategic partnership project aimed at the design and construction of a state-of-the-art classified computing facility at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) in Melton Valley. This project represents a significant investment in advancing the capabilities of government computing, providing the necessary infrastructure to support high-level classified research and development to support data analysis.

Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) is the largest US Department of Energy science and energy laboratory, conducting basic and applied research to deliver transformative solutions to compelling problems in energy and security. Our diverse capabilities span a broad range of scientific and engineering disciplines, enabling the Laboratory to explore fundamental science challenges and to carry out the research needed to accelerate the delivery of solutions to the marketplace.

Major Duties/Responsibilities

This position is for a project controls staff member who will support development of a cost and schedule baseline, tracking performance, identification and management of risks, management of baseline changes, and ensuring compliance with DOE and ORNL requirements under the supervision of a project controls manager for the program. This will include support for:

  • Development/maintenance of project work breakdown structure (WBS) and dictionary,
  • Development/maintenance of detailed, logic driven, resource loaded schedules,
  • Development/maintenance of summary and detailed cost estimates,
  • Risk identification and management, to include Monte Carlo simulations,
  • Change control management
  • Preparation of various status and Earned Value Management (EVM) based reports. Ensure all project management systems, project planning and project executions are compliant with applicable ORNL and DOE governance
  • Project management process and systems training for all applicable project staff, specifically the technical control account managers (CAMs).
  • Support for various project reviews, including project status reviews, stage gate reviews, and earned value system surveillance/compliance reviews,
  • Delivery of ORNL's mission by aligning behaviors, priorities, and interactions with our core values of Impact, Integrity, Teamwork, Safety, and Service. Promote diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility by fostering a respectful workplace - in how we treat one another, work together, and measure success.

Basic Qualifications

  • BS/BA in project or construction management, business, engineering or equivalent combination of education, experience, and specialized training will be considered.
  • Five years of experience successfully performing project controls duties as noted above.
  • Prior experience working within an EVMS environment compliant with EIA- 748; to include setting baselines, incorporating baseline changes, producing monthly reports and variance analysis.
  • Comprehensive understanding of project controls best practices regarding scope, time, cost, change management
  • Comprehensive understanding of DOE Order 413.3b and EIA-748 compliant EVM.
  • Significant hands-on experience with: Oracle Primavera, Deltek Cobra or similar cost processors, change control applications, and custom system and report development.

Desired Qualifications

  • Five years of experience successfully performing project controls duties as noted above for research-based project(s) within the DOE or Department of Defense (DOD).
  • Project Management Professional (PMP) certification, or equivalent project management certification.
  • Experience with risk management, working with risk analysis and simulation software.
  • Experience as a Project Controls Lead on a large project
  • MS in project or construction management, business, engineering or equivalent.
  • Ten years of experience successfully performing project controls duties as noted above for research-based or construction project(s) within the DOE Office of Science within a national laboratory environment.
  • Ten years of project experience working within an EVMS environment compliant with EIA-748.
  • Experience with conventional facilities construction or High Performance Computing projects.
  • Experience in training on project management principles or tools, specifically CAM training.

Special Requirement

Visa Sponsorship is not available with this position.

For employment at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL), a Real ID compliant form of identification will be required. Additionally, ORNL is subject to Department of Energy (DOE) access restrictions. All employees must also be able to obtain and maintain a federal Personal Identity Verification (PIV) card as mandated by Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12 (HSPD-12) and Department of Energy (DOE) Order 473.1A, which requires a favorable post-employment background investigation.

To obtain this credential, new employees must successfully complete and pass a Federal Tier 1 background check investigation. This investigation includes a declaration of illegal drug activities, including use, supply, possession, or manufacture within the last year. This includes marijuana and cannabis derivatives, which are still considered illegal under federal law, regardless of state laws.

For foreign national candidates:

If you have not resided in the U.S. for three consecutive years, you are not eligible for the PIV credential and instead will need to obtain a favorable Local Site Specific Only (LSSO) risk determination to maintain employment. Once you meet the three-year residency requirement, you will be required to obtain a PIV credential to maintain employment.

About ORNL

As a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Science national laboratory, ORNL has an impressive 80-year legacy of addressing the nation's most pressing challenges. Our team is made up of over 7,000 dedicated and innovative individuals! Our goal is to create an environment where a variety of perspectives and backgrounds are valued, ensuring ORNL is known as a top choice for employment. These principles are essential for supporting our broader mission to drive scientific breakthroughs and translate them into solutions for energy, environmental, and security challenges facing the nation.

ORNL offers competitive pay and benefits programs to attract and retain individuals who demonstrate exceptional work behaviors. The laboratory provides a range of employee benefits, including medical and retirement plans and flexible work hours, to support the well-being of you and your family. Employee amenities such as on-site fitness, banking, and cafeteria facilities are also available for added convenience.

Other benefits include the following: Prescription Drug Plan, Dental Plan, Vision Plan, 401(k) Retirement Plan, Contributory Pension Plan, Life Insurance, Disability Benefits, Generous Vacation and Holidays, Parental Leave, Legal Insurance with Identity Theft Protection, Employee Assistance Plan, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, Wellness Programs, Educational Assistance, Relocation Assistance, and Employee Discounts.

This position will remain open for a minimum of 5 days after which it will close when a qualified candidate is identified and/or hired.

We accept Word (.doc, .docx), Adobe (unsecured .pdf), Rich Text Format (.rtf), and HTML (.htm, .html) up to 5MB in size. Resumes from third party vendors will not be accepted; these resumes will be deleted and the candidates submitted will not be considered for employment.

If you have trouble applying for a position, please email ORNLRecruiting@ornl.gov.

ORNL is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans, are encouraged to apply. UT-Battelle is an E-Verify employer.

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