Project Controls Engineer

Title Project Controls Engineer

Position Number 41480

Company Hanford Tank Waste Operations

City/State Richland, WA

Location RCHN/2435

Posted 09/09/2026

Closes 09/23/2026

Regular/Temporary Regular

Full/Part-Time Full-Time

Job Responsibilities/Duties

Hanford Tank Waste Operations & Closure (H2C) delivers exceptional performance in safely removing, treating, and disposing of tank waste. H2C leads the nation's largest and most complex radioactive waste cleanup, including closure of the legacy waste tanks at Hanford containing 56 million gallons of radioactive and chemical waste.

Joining H2C means becoming part of a team dedicated to creating "The Solution Today for a Better Tomorrow." At H2C, our culture is deeply rooted in our Vision, Mission, Values, and Behaviors, which guide our efforts on the Hanford Site and within our communities. Our vision to tackle the Department of Energy's largest environmental challenge reflects our commitment to leaving a positive legacy for future generations. We strive to deliver exceptional performance in safely removing, treating, and disposing of tank waste. Our values emphasize living safely, acting with integrity, and working collaboratively as a team. We encourage innovation, personal accountability, and continuous improvement, fostering an environment where everyone is empowered to contribute to our mission and celebrate our achievements. By embracing these principles, you will be part of a forward-thinking organization dedicated to making a meaningful impact today and for the future.

H2C is seeking a Project Controls Engineer Associate to support the Functional Project Controls Organization.

Key responsibilities include:

• Under direct supervision, responsible for preparing estimating, scheduling or cost engineering data to provide accurate information to be used for project planning and analysis of project status .

• Performs routine assigned tasks related to the preparation and application of schedule updates and cost monitoring activities (direct labor, material, subcontract and indirect costs).

• Assists in the reviews required for cost control data and collects information for specific functions and disciplines. Coordinates the timeliness and accuracy of the ETC/forecast relative to the scope in the development of resource loaded schedules and Activity Based Cost Estimates. The ETC development may be based on quantities, vendor estimates, vendor durations, prior historical information, subject matter expert input or industry standards such as Means.

• Assists in the periodic (typically monthly) status/input into the integrated cost and scheduling software (i.e. COBRA/P6). Assists in Performance Measurement Baseline development and maintenance.

• Assists in the preparation, logging, and tracking of Baseline Change Proposals and cost/schedule trend reports.

• Provides scheduling support to facility, department or project activities as directed.

• Reviews purchase requisitions and invoices for application of appropriate cost codes, budget ceilings and quantities.

• Other duties as assigned.

• Comply with H2C policies and procedures.

• Ensure ISMS principles are incorporated into organization's activities.

• Ability to manage a change in priorities.

Required Qualifications

• Grade 14:

Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) in project management, construction management, engineering, business or other related discipline, or equivalent combination of education and/or experience

• Grade 15:

Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) in project management, construction management, engineering, business or other related discipline and 1 year of related experience, or equivalent combination of education and/or experience.

Note the essential duties for this grade level are like that of the previous grade level, however the scope of responsibility is larger, and the expected level of performance is increased.

• Grade 16:

Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) in project management, construction management, engineering, business or other related discipline and 2 years related experience, or equivalent combination of education and/or experience.

Note the essential duties for this grade level are like that of the previous grade level, however the scope of responsibility is significantly larger, and the expected level of performance is greatly increased.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience with earned value systems utilized at H2C, including but not limited to cost analysis, EAC development, schedule development and maintenance, earned value reporting systems, subcontract management, estimating, and Primavera P6 knowledge.

• Good interpersonal and communications skills needed to be able to communicate with personnel, management, and support organizations.

• Frequent use and general knowledge of Project Controls practices, techniques, and standards.

• General application of concepts and principles.

Compensation & Benefits

In accordance with the company's philosophy on compensation for exempt and salaried non-exempt employees, H2C takes into consideration a variety of factors when determining initial grade and salary to include assigned job scope and responsibility, a candidate's qualifications as compared to internal comparators performing in a similar role, and the external labor market. A salary offer will be made at the appropriate grade level and within the targeted hiring range posted according to these factors. Note a candidate's prior salary history will not be taken into consideration.

Hiring Range Minimum: $74,538

Hiring Range Maximum: $113,550

H2C offers a comprehensive benefits package to include medical/dental/vision, short-and long-term disability, life insurance, 401(k) with employer match, and paid time off. For a full list of benefits please visithttps://hmis.hanford.gov/hr/page.cfm/HEWTBenefits

Relocation Funding Provided Yes

U.S. Citizenship Required Yes

Clearance Required No

Job Classification Exempt

Shift Work Required No

As an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, H2C abides by federal statutory requirements of 41 CFR § 60-300.5 VEVRAA Protected Veterans, 41 CFR § 60-741.5 Workers with Disabilities, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and state and local requirements.

These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, age, sex, and national origin. This applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Applicants and employees have rights under Federal and State Employment Laws and are protected against discrimination. To view information regarding these rights, please click on these links:

• Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster)

• Family Medical Leave Act

• Employee Polygraph Protection Act (https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/WHD/legacy/files/eppac.pdf)

• WA State Paid Family Medical Leave