Earned Value Management Lead 04107 NWG

Location: Knoxville, Tennessee
Title: Earned Value Management Lead
Schedule (FT/PT): Regular Full Time
Travel Required: Yes (25-50%)
Government Clearance: Ability to Obtain

For over 25 years, North Wind Group (North Wind) and its subsidiary companies have been influencing the future of, and aiming to be the nationwide small business leader in, the engineering, environmental, construction, IT/cyber, facility operations, and professional service industries. North Wind allows its employees to develop creative and practical solutions to complex problems, while accomplishing its mission of delivering quality results safely, on time, and on budget, for every project. Our mission is accomplished through forward-thinking, advanced technology services, and our cultivation of a diverse and inclusive workplace.

North Wind recognizes our biggest asset is our employees. Our success is a direct result of the hard work, skills, expertise, and unique perspectives and talents that each of our employees bring to North Wind. We are looking for exceptionally talented, motivated, and dynamic individuals to join the North Wind team - not only to support our mission but be an integral part of our continued success.

POSITION PURPOSE:
Supports the Environmental Business Line (EBL) as the lead for Earned Value Management (EVM) implementation, execution, and ongoing surveillance. This position will direct report inside the Environmental Business Line Project Management Office (PMO). This position will be focused on some of our most complex projects in the EBL and will deliver actionable performance insights to project and business line leadership to support informed decision making and successful project and program outcomes.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

EVM Systems Leadership

• Lead the development, implementation, execution, and ongoing surveillance of EVMS to ensure alignment with contractual requirements, internal policies, and applicable industry standards (e.g., EIA-748).
• Establish and maintain compliant cost and schedule baselines that support environmental project objectives and customer expectations.
• Ensure EVMS integration across cost, schedule, scope, and risk management functions.

Performance Analysis & Reporting

• Review, analyze, and interpret cost and schedule performance data, including baseline changes, variances, trends, and forecasts.
• Prepare, validate, and submit Integrated Program Management Reports (IPMR) or IPMDAR deliverables, ensuring data accuracy, traceability, and audit readiness.
• Provide clear, concise performance narratives and recommendations to senior management and program leadership.

Compliance, Surveillance & Audits

• Support customer and third-party oversight activities, including Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA) surveillance, system reviews, and audits.
• Lead responses to surveillance findings, develop corrective action plans, and drive timely closure of Corrective Action Reports (CARs).
• Ensure ongoing compliance with DCMA Earned Value Compliance Metrics (DECM) and internal governance requirements.

Cross-Functional Leadership

• Partner with Project Managers, CAMs, schedulers, cost analysts, and finance teams to identify performance risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Facilitate and lead Integrated Baseline Reviews (IBRs), baseline change control processes, and performance assessment reviews.
• Promote disciplined execution and accountability across all control accounts.

Process Development & Continuous Improvement

• Develop, implement, and maintain program-specific EVM processes, tools, templates, and documentation, including:
• Work Breakdown Structures (WBS) and WBS Dictionaries
• Responsibility Assignment Matrices (RAM)
• Control Account Plans (CAPs)
• Work Authorization Documents (WADs)
• Identify opportunities to enhance EVM efficiency, automation, and data quality within the Environmental Business Line.

Training & Mentorship

• Provide formal and informal training to project teams on EVM principles, best practices, and system usage.
• Mentor Project Controls staff, CAMs, and PMs to strengthen earned value proficiency and analytic capability across the organization.
• Serve as the Environmental Business Line subject matter expert (SME) for EVM-related questions and issues.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in Earned Value Management, project controls, project finance, or cost/schedule management.
• Demonstrated experience supporting complex, multi-disciplinary programs, preferably within environmental, infrastructure, defense, energy, or government-regulated environments.
• Experience supporting customer surveillance and audits; DCMA experience strongly preferred.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, Finance, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field. Experience may be substituted in lieu of degree on a case-by-case basis.
• Advanced certifications or training (e.g., Deltek Cobra, Primavera P6) preferred.

Skills and Abilities:

• Advanced proficiency with EVM and cost management tools such as Cobra, or equivalent systems.
• Strong working knowledge of scheduling tools such as Microsoft Project and/or Primavera P6.
• Ability to integrate cost, schedule, and performance data into clear, decision-ready outputs.
• In-depth knowledge of EIA-748 Earned Value Management guidelines and implementation of best practices.
• Expertise in DCMA Earned Value Compliance Metrics (DECM) and surveillance expectations.
• Strong analytical, root cause analysis, and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional communication skills with the ability to translate complex performance data into executive-level insights.

Special Requirements:

• Must pass background check/pre-employment drug screen and nothing on record that would prohibit applicant from gaining access to military installations.
• Ability to work overtime and/or occasional evenings / weekends as needed to meet proposal or project deadlines.
• Travel required for at least 25% of the time depending on functional group training, project, or business line needs.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Deltek Cobra Training
  
• Primavera P6 Training
• Experience with Defense Contract Management Association (DCMA) Compliance Reviews.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
This position is a sedentary role. While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be sitting for long periods of time but will also be required to stand, walk, and communicate with others.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

• Indoors

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION:
North Wind offers a competitive pay and benefits package to include health, life, and disability insurance benefits, 401(k) with company match, generous paid leave and tuition reimbursement for eligible employees. As a company, we are committed to employee wellness, professional development, and work-life balance. We value safety, reliability, and commitment to our people! For more information about our benefits or hiring philosophy, visit the North Wind Career Opportunities Page.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The nature of those accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact our Helpline +1.208.528.8718 or use the Request for Reasonable Accommodation form to get assistance.

North Wind is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, religion, or other legally protected status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Proof of citizenship will be required as a condition of employment.

Candidates may be required to obtain and hold a Secret or Higher US Government Clearance.