Andrea St. Clair
Blackfoot
Summary
Accomplished manager and project controls expert with over 15 years of experience leading complex Department of Energy (DOE) and nuclear projects. Demonstrated expertise in business development, project setup and execution. Supported all project lifecycle phases (CD-0 to CD-4) with a strong focus on planning, scheduling, budget management and analysis, risk mitigation, Earned Value (EV) utilization, and cost estimating, and financial budgeting and analysis. In-depth knowledge of DOE Order 413.3B, ANSI/EIA 748-B Earned Value Management Systems, and the NDIA Planning and Scheduling Excellence Guide, along with proficiency in tools such as Primavera (P6), Cobra, Oracle Financials, Acumen Risk, Acumen Fuse, Microsoft applications, and Power BI. Currently holds an active DOE Q clearance.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Program Manager
Vector Resource Inc
01.2024 - Current
- Managed project controls and risk management support services for DOE/NNSA Los Alamos Office of Acquisition and Project Management, overseeing a $10+ billion portfolio. Provided expert technical guidance in scope review, scheduling, project reporting, cost management, earned value analysis, risk management, and cost estimate reviews, collaborating with multiple subcontractors.
- Served as responsible manager and subject matter expert in DOE Order 413.3B, LANL EVMS System Description, and associated administrative procedures, ensuring compliance and successful project execution within a $10+ billion portfolio.
- Reported analytical review findings, proposed corrective actions, and coordinated content for Federal Project Directors and management.
- Collaborated with key stakeholders to optimize NNSA processes.
- Conducted independent monthly and annual analysis for projects within the portfolio.
- Created enhanced reporting and dashboards for detailed project and portfolio analysis.
- Supported projects through critical decisions, OTS/OTB, and major replans.
- Mentored junior staff, fostering skill development and enhancing team dynamics.
Control Account Manager
SMSI
01.2020 - 01.2024
- Managed Control Accounts for Detectors and Global Controls on the $1.9B+ ASD/Scorpius project, integrating four National Laboratories developing a linear accelerator at the Nevada National Security Site. Directed subcontract and employee oversight, ensuring work scope completion. Promoted to this role for outstanding management acumen within one year as a Lead Project Controls Specialist.
- Oversaw subcontractors and purchases totaling over $85M.
- Provided technical and management guidance for over 20 staff members, ensuring scope execution.
- Developed and delivered key and routine communications and reports to senior project leadership and the NNSA.
- Managed the development of estimates, schedules, and execution for two systems, coordinating with vendors and directing engineers, schedulers, and execution teams.
- Cultivated and maintained relationships with key stakeholders and vendors.
Lead Project Controls Engineer
SMSI
01.2020 - 01.2023
- Held a dual role as Control Account Manager and Project Controls Engineer, guiding the ASD/Scorpius project through the CD2/3 approval process (2018-2023).
- Created a resource-loaded integrated master schedule for key subsystems within LANL’s ASD project.
- Collaborated with vendors and subject matter experts to integrate resource and material requirements into detailed cost estimates.
- Managed and communicated reporting with EV metrics, analysis, and ETC/EAC updates using P6, Cobra, and other project controls software.
Principal Project Controls Engineer
Parsons
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Supported the National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) through the Enterprise Construction Management Services (ECMS) contract, applying earned value management, risk, scheduling, and cost practices in accordance with DOE/NNSA and industry best practices for Capital Line Item Projects.
- Assisted with documentation across project lifecycle phases (CD0 to CD4), including planning, execution, acquisition strategy analysis, basis of estimates, integrated master schedules, and risk.
- Provided detailed analysis and recommendations for projects within Acquisition and Project Management (APM) to Federal Project Directors across the complex, assessing project health, risk, and EV metrics.
- Supported and audited projects for Independent Cost Estimates/Reviews, Independent Project Reviews, and Annual Project Reviews.
- Collaborated with subject matter experts to develop management and project controls tools, including the Integrated Analysis Tool and the FPD Tool.
- Provided ad hoc support in scheduling, cost analysis, EV implementation and analysis, risk analysis, and project setup.
Project Controls Engineer
Capstone
01.2013 - 01.2018
- Served as Lead Project Controls Engineer within the Operations and Infrastructure Directorate and Deputy Project Manager for a 413.3B Capital Line Item construction project.
- Managed stakeholder relationships and cross-functional technical organizations to ensure project milestones and deliverables were met.
- Maintained communication on EV metrics, scheduling, planning, cost analysis, and technical scope with key stakeholders.
- Provided expertise in interpreting weekly status to determine cost and schedule analysis, performed Estimate To/At Complete (ETC/EAC), and developed strategies for cost, schedule, and scope impacts.
- Analyzed critical path, resource constraints, and management to determine effective corrective action plans and project efficiency.
- Assisted in establishing scope for detailed cost estimates, coordinating with supporting organizations to provide resource and material quantities.
- Assisted with budget and funding profiles, annual work and out-year plans, and business development.
- Mentored and provided training sessions for project controls staff on EVMS, scheduling, cost estimating, budget and funding profiles, and compliance with 413.3B, ANSI-EIA 748-B, NDIA Planning and Scheduling Excellence Guide, and other project management theories.
- Provided project controls and management support for Capital Line Item Construction Projects (LICP), General Plant Projects (GPP), and operating funded projects (OFP).
Planning and Financial Controls Specialist
Battelle Energy Alliance
01.2009 - 01.2013
- Provided cost and schedule project control support for the Fuel Cycle and Nuclear Materials and Fuels Divisions.
- Developed, implemented, and maintained integrated program schedules, providing weekly status updates for programs utilizing the Materials & Fuels Complex.
- Developed, implemented, and maintained project baselines and schedules with appropriate earned value techniques.
- Coordinated budget requests and funding profiles for external customers.
- Prepared and analyzed performance reports, cost estimates, schedule status, and estimates at completion.
- Supported Account Managers and Work Package Managers with guidance on project control processes and procedures.
Financial Specialist
Northwest Farm Credit Services
01.2007 - 01.2009
- Supported the Senior Credit Officer in processing loans, gathering applicant/customer information, and preparing required documentation.
- Independently prepared and monitored specialized loan documentation, including agreements, presentations, commitment letters, and participation documentation.
- Demonstrated strong working knowledge of title commitments, resolving requirements and issues for agricultural properties.
- Performed advanced queries, financial spreadsheets, and analysis of financial information for budgets and loan funding.
- Maintained existing and established new customer relationships through strategic plans and community events, utilizing enterprise resource management systems.
Education
Bachelors of Business Administration - Finance
Idaho State University
Pocatello, ID05.2009
Masters of Science - Technical Management
University of Idaho
Moscow, IDSkills
- Project Management and Project Controls
- Team leadership and direction
- Stakeholder management and communication
- Budget, cost, schedule, and risk management
- Earned Value Management and analysis
- Change management
- Data analysis and reporting
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with various stakeholders to streamline NNSA processes, enhancing reporting, reviews, and critical project decision-making.
- Contributed to the successful attainment of CD2/3 approval for the ASD/Scorpius project in 2023, awarded $85 million in service contracts for detector and controls scope and executed on schedule and budget.
- Spearheaded the development and delivery of a site-wide integrated resource availability schedule, optimizing craft resource utilization through strategic prioritization and cross-directorate communication.
- Provided instrumental support in qualifying a Management & Operating Contractor's (M&O) earned value system, enabling the advancement of several line-item projects and co-authoring the EVMS System Description.
- Developed and maintained a comprehensive integrated master baseline and forecast resource-loaded schedule, ensuring horizontal and vertical traceability across M&O contractors, supporting labs, and external partners.
Clearance
DOE Q, active
Timeline
Program Manager
Vector Resource Inc
01.2024 - Current
Control Account Manager
SMSI
01.2020 - 01.2024
Lead Project Controls Engineer
SMSI
01.2020 - 01.2023
Principal Project Controls Engineer
Parsons
01.2018 - 01.2020
Project Controls Engineer
Capstone
01.2013 - 01.2018
Planning and Financial Controls Specialist
Battelle Energy Alliance
01.2009 - 01.2013
Financial Specialist
Northwest Farm Credit Services
01.2007 - 01.2009
Bachelors of Business Administration - Finance
Idaho State University
Masters of Science - Technical Management
University of Idaho