Project Controls Manager

About Us: James Fisher Technologies (JFT) is a leading provider of remote solutions, specialty engineering, and technical services for hazardous environments. We get things done for the nuclear industry and operate at the forefront of the clean-energy transition, supporting OEMs and research partners advancing next-generation nuclear technology. Everyone at JFT has the chance to forge their career in an environment that values initiative, persistence, respect, curiosity, and passion.

Job Opportunity: JFT is looking for a Project Controls Manager to join our team in Loveland, CO. JFT offers work from home flexibility and a 9/80 work schedule with every other Friday off.

Posting

Schedule:

The anticipated closing date for this posting is 12/31/25 and applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Job Function: The Project Controls Manager is responsible for the commercial integrity and compliance of JFT's project portfolio ensuring disciplined project delivery aligned with company objectives. As a key commercial review authority, the Project Controls Manager safeguards JFT's contractual position—leading interpretation, negotiation, and application of terms and conditions, including FAR, DEAR, and related flow downs. This role manages Project Coordinators, Buyers, and Document Control staff, aligning procurement, documentation, and contract execution within JFT's ERP and PMO systems to provide transparent, data-driven reporting and compliance oversight.

Core

Duties and Responsibilities:

Contracts & Commercial Oversight:

• Lead review, redlining, and negotiation of prime and subcontract terms to protect JFT's commercial and legal position.
• Apply expert knowledge of FAR, DEAR, DOE/NRC clauses and flow downs, ensuring compliance and risk mitigation.
• Coordinate with executive leadership, legal counsel, and finance on risk allocation, indemnities, and equitable adjustments.
• Lead or support commercial negotiations, contract modifications, and change order development including pricing, cost/schedule impact analysis, and justification.
• Train PMs and support staff on contractual obligations, compliance standards, and government contracting fundamentals.

Project Controls & ERP Integration:

• Establish and maintain cost and schedule baselines using ERP-integrated project controls tools.
• Perform cost tracking, Earned Value Management, variance analysis, and forecasting.
• Develop executive-level dashboards and commercial performance reports for leadership and customer visibility.
• Integrate ERP systems for real-time cost control, materials management, and forecasting accuracy.
• Lead monthly project financial and risk reviews with PMO and executive teams.
• Direct Project Coordinators to ensure administrative controls and reporting objectives are identified and implemented across the PMO.

Procurement & Document Control:

• Direct Buyers and Document Controllers to ensure procurement and records management align with contract and regulatory requirements.
• Enforce lifecycle traceability for procurement documentation and material certifications.
• Standardize document control and procurement workflows through ERP and PMO toolsetsli>
• Support supplier qualification, performance monitoring, and compliance audits.

Proposal & Business Development Support:

• Provide commercial and cost input to proposals, ensuring alignment with customer requirements and FAR/DEAR compliance.
• Participate in bid/no-bid reviews, contract kickoffs, and clarification processes.
• Support pricing models, risk registers, and cash flow analyses for new pursuits.

• Supervise and mentor project coordinators, procurement, and document control staff, fostering a culture of commercial discipline and accountability.
• Drive continuous improvement in cost control, forecasting, and reporting processes.
• Promote a strong nuclear safety and quality culture, ensuring adherence to NQA-1 and ISO 9001 systems.

Typical

Working Conditions:

Primarily an office environment with periodic exposure to fabrication/machine shops and outdoor testing areas.

Physical Requirements: Must be able to work on a computer, standing or sitting, for most of the day and operate standard…