WTP Commissioning and Readiness Support Consultant

Job Description

Provide oversight and technical advice for contractor efforts to startup and commission the WTP Low-Activity Waste Vitrification Facility and supporting systems/facilities.  This oversight will be though assessments, surveillance, design reviews and other oversight functions to ensure compliance with established criteria, sound engineering principles, and professional practices.

Coordinate oversight with multiple organizations and disciplines to ensure operability, quality, and safety of systems and components.

Communicate status of startup and commissioning WTP project activities and brief management on technical issues, options for resolution, and facilitate decision making.

Provide expert technical advice and consultation in the field of startup, commissioning and readiness to a multidisciplinary group of professional and technical personnel engaged in carrying out the WTP project.

Be responsible for making critical assessments and decisions as to the nature of technical problems, program requirements, and risks encountered in the startup and commissioning of the WTP.  This work requires comprehensive, professional knowledge of several disciplines of engineering.

Perform technical review of contractors engaged in startup, commissioning and readiness for adequacy and reliability; ensure compliance with established criteria and sound engineering principles; and identify omissions, discrepancies, inadequacies, and nonconformance with approved criteria.

Consult with engineers in other organization units, private firms, DOE Headquarters, regulators, and stakeholders to assist in identification and resolution of conflicts and recommend corrective action to prevent delays and facilitate completion of work.

Assessment report writing and technical writing.

WTP Commissioning and Readiness Support Consultant   - GSSC Candidates shall work to support requirements for PR0093C FY22-SB101 Waste Treatment and Immobilization Project (WTP) Commissioning and Readiness Support Constant   Swim Lanes and

DELIVERABLES

Oversight, coordination, and review of commissioning technical activities including:

• System, Structure and Component functional requirements.
• Safety, risk reduction, and reliability designs.
• Test instructions.
• Work execution in the field.
• Process and procedure compliance; and
• Fulfillment of technical test requirements.

Support the Commissioning Joint Test Group (CJTG) by:

• Performing technical reviews of startup/commissioning engineering activities for adequacy and reliability.
• Ensuring compliance with established criteria and sound engineering principles; and
• Identifying omissions, discrepancies, inadequacies, and nonconformance with approved criteria.

1. Support DOE commissioning and readiness activities.
2. Oversight of contractor commissioning and readiness activities.
3. Follow-up on issues, adverse conditions, and other areas of concern.
4. Perform physical inspections and walk downs of the facilities.
5. Document oversight and identify compliance deviations and improvement opportunities that were observed in accordance with ORP management system procedures.
6. Participate in meetings as required by the technical monitor including the preparation of meeting minutes as needed.
7. Participate in weekly coordination meetings.
8. Participate on Integrated Project Teams (IPT) as requested.
9. Deliverables shall be accomplished in accordance with ORP procedures and directions provided by the Technical Monitor. All deliverables will be processed through the COD Project Lead prior to internal and/or external publication and availability.

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Qualifications

The WTP Commissioning and Readiness 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

• Fourteen (14) years of directly applicable experience as a senior executive or consultant interfacing and working with organizational executives and senior management, or senior technical or business individuals, in government or industry on strategic, management, technical, or business issues. Professional career that demonstrates a steady progression of promotions and positions assuming greater responsibility.
• Knowledge of DOE policies and procedures, specifically DOE O 425.1D and DOE O 413.3B.
• Knowledge of DOE program and project management practices, policies, and procedures.
• Experience in commissioning a highly complex nuclear and or chemical facility.
• Knowledge of the Commissioning Plan for the WTP Project as operated under the DFLAW Program.
• Experience in oversight or performance with nuclear facility operations, maintenance, startup, commissioning, readiness, and training programs or processes.
• Expert writing skills, proven experience in supporting programs and projects with analysis, tracking, monitoring, assessment, review and coordination.
• Excellent communications skills.
• Knowledge of MS Word, MS PowerPoint, and other MS Office tools.

The ProSidian Consulting WTP Commissioning and Readiness Support Constant shall maintain proficiency in the following through periodic training:

• Hanford General Employee Training (HGET)
• WTP Site access
• WTP site qualifications
• Computerized Maintenance Management System.
• Smart Plant Foundation and Smart Plant for Operations.
• WTP site qualifications including LO/TO if necessary; and
• Roadworker training at a level to allow full facility access once it is required.
• Familiar with operations, maintenance, training programs or processes in a nuclear facility
• Experience with Startup and Commissioning testing performance in a chemical and/or nuclear facility.
• Experience with oversight of electrical system and instrumentation/control system work and/or testing.
• Knowledge of Hanford Site mission, activities and priorities is preferred.
• 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.

Additional Information

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
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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: 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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