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Paradigm Technology

Project Control Specialist (Nuclear Power)

Remote

Chattanooga, United states

Freelance

03-11-2025

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Skills

Monitoring Test Goal Setting Architecture benchmarking Process Improvement Project Management

Job Specifications

Position: Project Control Specialist (Nuclear Power)

Location: Chattanooga, TN (REMOTE)

Summary:

Looking for a Cost Project Control Specialist with experience in managing the cost portion of projects; preferably Nuclear or Construction projects
As the subject matter expert, the Project Control Specialist develops and implements methods for performance monitoring, reporting, analysis, and trend assessment
The Project Control Specialist facilitates programs to ensure the establishment and analysis of specific operational and process improvement plans used for goal setting, estimating project plans, performance indicators/targets, benchmarking, baselining, and trending
This position is Remote, with occasional travel to Chattanooga, TN

Responsibilities:

Coordinates architecture and engineering (A-E) contracts, monitors contract expenditures for usage trends, assists in the process of issuing new contracts, amending existing contracts, and resolves questions, issues, etc.
Leads/manages the process ensuring the integrity of the process, resolving pending/outstanding requests, and reconciling encumbrances and pending tasks with IBS as required
Serves as a nuclear/industry subject matter expert and may be called upon by others to provide technical direction and oversight
Analyzes cost data to find methods of reducing costs and/or increasing efficiency and coordinates a corrective action plan
Develops a cost-benefit analysis
Develops project budgets and reporting structures for actual expenditures and monitors performance
Assists in developing budgets and reporting structures for actual expenditures and monitoring performance as requested
Monitors and forecasts performance in comparison to business plan objectives
Establishes ADP support requirements and develops and institutes plans to accomplish them
Assists in developing workload projections (equivalents)
Conducts special studies, for example: project forecasting, O&M projects, CCO, etc.

Qualifications:

3-5+ years of experience with Utility Cost Control, Project Control, or Project Management
Experience with managing the cost portion of projects; preferably Nuclear or Construction projects
Knowledge of Project Controls techniques to ensure a project stays within its approved scope, budget, and schedule by monitoring progress, forecasting potential issues, and taking corrective actions
Must have experience with using MS Excel for analysis and graphing
Experience with Primavera P6 is preferred
Utilities/Energy/Government industry experience is preferred
Bachelor’s Degree is preferred; equivalent real-world work experience will be considered

Why Join Paradigm

At Paradigm, integrity drives innovation. You'll collaborate with curious, dedicated teammates, solving complex problems and unlocking immense data value for leading organizations. If you seek a place where your voice is heard, growth is supported, and your work creates lasting business value, you belong at Paradigm.

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Policy Disclosure:

Paradigm maintains a strict drug-free workplace policy. All offers of employment are contingent upon successfully passing a standard 5-panel drug screen. Please note that a positive test result for any prohibited substance, including marijuana, will result in disqualification from employment, regardless of state laws permitting its use. This policy applies consistently across all positions and locations.

About the Company

Paradigm is a strategic consulting firm that turns vision into tangible results. For over 30 years, Paradigm has helped Fortune 500 and high-growth organizations design and deliver high-impact solutions across data, cloud, and AI with an unwavering focus on quantifiable outcomes. Paradigm's work spans strategy through execution, empowering clients to make smarter decisions, move faster, and maximize return on their technology investments. By amplifying the intelligence of its clients - their insights, capabilities, and resul... Know more