WTP Performance Assurance Support Consultant [PR0099B]

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ProSidian Seeks a WTP Performance Assurance Support Consultant - GSSC (Time and Materials) to support an engagement for the US Dept. of Energy (DOE) Hanford in the with relevant Government, Public Sector and Infrastructure (Nuclear and Environmental) Sector experience (functional area experience also ideal) Industry Sector - SCA Code: N/A. This service supports with relevant Government, Public Sector and Infrastructure (Nuclear and Environmental) Sector experience (functional area experience also ideal) Sector clients and ProSidian Team Members (# FTe’s: 1) work as part of the Engagement Team Cadre to to support requirements for The Department of Energy (DOE), Hanford Site, Waste Treatment and Immobilization Project (WTP) Performance Assurance (WPA) Project. WTP Performance Assurance Support Consultant - GSSC Candidates shall work to support requirements for PR0099B FY22SB02 WTP Performance Assurance Support Services Swim Lanes: Perform quality assurance consulting services in support to major WTP project & program needs, focusing on special activities, and identified problems areas. Consult and mentor line management oversight needs for WTP by direct observation and involvement in activities such as quality assurance reviews, system walk-downs, inspections, or surveys. Provide specialized knowledge & expertise for oversight and evaluation of quality assurance requirements associated with PMI, commercial-grade dedication, and upgrading WTP existing structures, systems and components from non-safety to safety-significant to support EPC completion of DFLAW, and construction of HLW. Participate in workshops and perform reviews of engineering and procurement documents to establish and improve reasonable assurance that existing SSCs can meet newly established nuclear safety functions and functional requirements from a quality assurance perspective. Assist ORP quality assurance, nuclear safety, and engineering staff with the interpretation of nuclear quality assurance requirements. Provide a qualified resource who can offer expert consulting services in support of quality assurance (QA) activities that pertain to verification of WTP DFLAW and HLW engineering, procurement, and construction activities; and . Support of engineering and quality assurance (QA) activities that pertain to WTP work scope. Provide supplementary support in performing Real-Time Field Surveillances of BNIs field activities. DELIVERABLES Attend meetings as directed in support of the WPA Manager or his delegate as an expert witness to the QA implementation process. Attend QA, Construction Turnover to Startup, and other meetings as determined by WPA if needed. Provide mentorship to WTP line management oversight of Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) turnover processes with the intent to ensure valuable time is not wasted on the loss of process or focus. Meet on a regular (usually weekly) basis with the WPA Director or his delegate to review daily performance and progress. Provide review comments for in-process and formal line management oversight of QA, CGD, CTO (or other processes as required) submitted by BNI as needed. Comments may be documented on RCR forms. Prepare, conduct and organize WPA OA’s, surveillances, and audits. Document results in accordance with ORP procedures. The WTP Performance Assurance Support Consultant - GSSC shall have consecutive employment in a position with comparable responsibilities within the past five (5) years, Must be able to use a computer to communicate via email; and proficient in Microsoft Office Products (Word/Excel/PowerPoint) and related tools and technology required for the position. QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS Education BS/BA degree in engineering, science, or business management, or alternatively, an accredited high school certificate plus 8 years of specialized experience in engineering, science, or business management, in addition to the requisite experience. MS/MA or PhD degree in a relevant field is considered to be 2 and 5 years of experience, respectively. Experience Ten (10) years of directly applicable successful experience consulting or contributing to complex projects, including providing strategic, management, technical, or business assistance to significant projects or programs in a senior capacity and/or as a consultant. Knowledge of Hanford Site mission, activities, and priorities preferred. Extensive background in verbal communication, written products, and team interactions. Effective verbal and written communication skills, customer service skills, and work relationships. Knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite of tools, including Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and other automation tools. Ability to independently perform multiple tasks with dynamic priorities. Ability to create various types of performance status reports. Must be a U.S. Citizen. U.S. Citizenship Required - You must be a United States Citizen Excellent oral and written communication skills (This employer participates in the e-Verify program) Proficient with Microsoft Office Products (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, & Adobe) All ProSidian staff must be determined eligible for a “Facility Access Authorization” (also referred to as an “Employment Authorization”) by the USG’s designated Security Office. Other Requirements and Conditions of Employment Apply May be required to complete a Financial Disclosure Statement Must be able to submit to and qualify for varying levels of background investigative requirements, up to a Top Secret or DOE "Q" clearance. TRAVEL: Occasional travel may be required to attend meetings, events, site visits, or other training requirements. Travel is coordinated with the technical point of contact and approved in writing by the Contracting Officer in advance, is allowed, in accordance with Federal Travel Regulations. LOCATION: Work shall be conducted at or in proximity to The Hanford Eastern Washington (Tri-Cities - Kennewick | Pasco | Richland) Area. As a condition of employment, all employees are required to fulfill all requirements of the roles for which they are employed; establish, manage, pursue, and fulfill annual goals and objectives with at least three (3) Goals for each of the firms Eight Prosidian Global Competencies [1 - Personal Effectiveness | 2 - Continuous Learning | 3 - Leadership | 4 - Client Service | 5 - Business Management | 6 - Business Development | 7 - Technical Expertise | 8 - Innovation & Knowledge Sharing (Thought Leadership)]; and to support all business development and other efforts on behalf of ProSidian Consulting. CORE COMPETENCIES Teamwork – ability to foster teamwork collaboratively as a participant, and effectively as a team leader Leadership – ability to guide and lead colleagues on projects and initiatives Business Acumen – understanding and insight into how organizations perform, including business processes, data, systems, and people Communication – ability to effectively communicate to stakeholders of all levels orally and in writing Motivation – persistent in pursuit of quality and optimal client and company solutions Agility – ability to quickly understand and transition between different projects, concepts, initiatives, or work streams Judgment – exercises prudence and insight in decision-making process while mindful of other stakeholders and long-term ramifications Organization – ability to manage projects and activity, and prioritize tasks ----------- ------------ ------------ OTHER REQUIREMENTS Business Tools – understanding and proficiency with business tools and technology, including Microsoft Office. The ideal candidate is advanced with Excel, Access, Outlook, PowerPoint and Word, and proficient with Adobe Acrobat, data analytic tools, and Visio with the ability to quickly learn other tools as necessary. Commitment - to work with smart, interesting people with diverse backgrounds to solve the biggest challenges across private, public and social sectors Curiosity – the ideal candidate exhibits an inquisitive nature and the ability to question the status quo among a community of people they enjoy and teams that work well together Humility – exhibits grace in success and failure while doing meaningful work where skills have impact and make a difference Willingness - to constantly learn, share, and grow and to view the world as their classroom BENEFITS AND HIGHLIGHTS ProSidian Employee Benefits and Highlights: Your good health and well-being are important to ProSidian Consulting. At ProSidian, we invest in our employees to help them stay healthy and achieve work-life balance. That’s why we are also pleased to offer the Employee Benefits Program, designed to promote your health and personal welfare. Our growing list of benefits currently include the following for Full Time Employees: Competitive Compensation: Pay range begins in the competitive ranges with Group Health Benefits, Pre-tax Employee Benefits, and Performance Incentives. For medical and dental benefits, the Company contributes a fixed dollar amount each month towards the plan you elect. Contributions are deducted on a Pre-tax basis. Group Medical Health Insurance Benefits: ProSidian partners with BC/BS, to offer a range of medical plans, including high-deductible health plans or PPOs. ||| Group Dental Health Insurance Benefits: ProSidian dental carriers - Delta, Aetna, Guardian, and MetLife. Group Vision Health Insurance Benefits: ProSidian offers high/low vision plans through 2 carriers: Aetna and VSP. 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan: 401(k) Retirement Savings Plans help you save for your retirement for eligible employees. A range of investment options are available with a personal financial planner to assist you. The Plan is a pre-tax Safe Harbor 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a company match. Vacation and Paid Time-Off (PTO) Benefits: Eligible employees use PTO for vacation, a doctor’s appointment, or any number of events in your life. Currently these benefits include Vacation/Sick days – 2 weeks/3 days | Holidays - 10 ProSidian and Government Days are given. Pre-Tax Payment Programs: Pre-Tax Payment Programs currently exist in the form of a Premium Only Plan (POP). These Plans offer a full Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Plan and a tax benefit for eligible employees. Purchasing Discounts & Savings Plans: We want you to achieve financial success. We offer a Purchasing Discounts & Savings Plan through The Corporate Perks Benefit Program. This provides special discounts for eligible employees on products and services you buy on a daily basis. Security Clearance (Optional / As Required): Due to the nature of our consulting engagements there are Security Clearance requirements for Engagement Teams handling sensitive Engagements in the Federal Marketplace. A Security Clearance is a valued asset in your professional portfolio and adds to your credentials. ProSidian Employee & Contractor Referral Bonus Program: ProSidian Consulting will pay up to 5k for all referrals employed for 90 days for candidates submitted through our Referral Program. Performance Incentives: Due to the nature of our consulting engagements there are performance incentives associated with each new client that each employee works to pursue and support. Flexible Spending Account: FSAs help you pay for eligible out-of-pocket health care and dependent day care expenses on a pre-tax basis. You determine your projected expenses for the Plan Year and then elect to set aside a portion of each paycheck into your FSA. Supplemental Life/Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance: If you want extra protection for yourself and your eligible dependents, you have the option to elect supplemental life insurance. D&D covers death or dismemberment from an accident only. Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance: Disability insurance plans are designed to provide income protection while you recover from a disability. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION - See Below Instructions On The Best Way To Apply ProSidian Consulting is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, or Vietnam era, or other eligible veteran status, or any other protected factor. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. ProSidian Consulting has made a pledge to the Hiring Our Heroes Program of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation and the “I Hire Military” Initiative of The North Carolina Military Business Center (NCMBC) for the State of North Carolina. All applicants are encouraged to apply regardless of Veteran Status. Furthermore, we believe in "HONOR ABOVE ALL" - be successful while doing things the right way. The pride comes out of the challenge; the reward is excellence in the work. 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