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at ALOFT AeroArchitects in Georgetown, Delaware, United States Job Description SUMMARY Earned Value Management (EVM) is a systematic approach to integrating and objectively measuring cost, schedule, and technical (scope) accomplishments for project P&L administration and control across all ALOFT revenue streams (3rd Party STCs, MRO, Completion & Manufacturing). The EVM Subject Matter Expert (SME) is responsible for leading the Program Management Office (PMO) team in developing and executing the core fundamentals of EVM planning, infrastructure, tools, implementation, training, and surveillance for ALOFT across multiple program scopes. This role requires expertise in various functional areas and disciplines, including program management, EVM implementation and compliance, scheduling, financial disciplines (pricing, program finance, planning, forecasting, budgeting), and analytical activities that support accurate project financial health prediction and administration, contract management, and a strong understanding of inter-company functional relationships. This individual will lead a team of individual contributors, program analysts, schedulers, Cost Account Managers, Program Managers, and line executives. The position provides leadership and hands-on support to Program Managers to enhance program planning and execution while ensuring compliance with contractual requirements and company policies and procedures. As the principal EVMS implementation SME, this position collaborates closely with program teams, other functions, and operational managers to establish, maintain, and administer key performance indicators to drive program execution and business growth for ALOFT. It is essential to note that ALOFT's business portfolio spans various aviation customer environments (e.g., MRO, Completion, OEM, Airline, Government, Military, and HOS) and contracting scenarios (e.g., MPDs, formal flow-down, reporting only, FFP, T&M), with different levels of external and internal understanding and buy-in. The ideal candidate will have experience handling these diverse challenges. The position also supports PMO continuous improvement efforts by developing and implementing standardized reporting templates, ERP interfaces, and PMP best practices under minimal supervision.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Support the organization's EVM talent development, performance management, and business strategy. Develop, implement, train, and maintain integrated EVM processes and tools. Advise on operational decisions and enhance the performance of the portfolio of projects within the organization. Apply comprehensive Earned Value Management (EVM) knowledge to conduct technical investigations into root causes of cost and schedule variances identified through EVM. Implement EVM policies, including cost and schedule performance measurement (CPIs & SPIs). Utilize deep management and leadership knowledge of Program Management and EVM to lead cross-functional projects or program teams and manage across multiple disciplines. Align and integrate agile software practices with traditional scheduling and EVM best practices to improve program management solutions. Use expert domain knowledge, professional principles, and theories to develop advanced concepts, techniques, solutions, and standards. Serve as a subject matter expert within the PMO, providing a thorough understanding of EVM, deliverable content, issue identification/resolution, etc. Regularly interact with senior executive leadership (internally or with clients) regarding matters of strategic importance to the organization/project. Negotiate and develop shared solutions to persuade internal and external parties to accept concepts, practices, and approaches in the area. Interface significantly with Program Managers, Contracts, Senior Management Team, and other organizations. Participate in new business proposals through EVM requirements, schedule support, and input for cost development to management. Support internal and external audits and reviews. Assist in standardizing program schedules and forecasts to ensure smooth project lifecycles. Evaluate current program reporting tools and recommend changes to improve efficiency, accuracy, and standardization. Develop weekly status reports for the Program Management Office. Analyze data to ensure Key Project Indicators (KPIs) accurately reflect project health to all stakeholders. Assist departments with decomposing work breakdown structures and work order development to provide EVM gates for effective CPIs and SPIs. Interface with cost accounting to establish standard methods for communicating program financial forecasts (ETCs & EACs). Implement or assist in implementing new software programs. Interface with all levels of company management and employees. Complete initial and recurrent training requirements in a timely manner. Perform other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Provide training, guidance, and mentorship for the PMO team. To view full details and how to apply, please login or create a Job Seeker account