Consultant/ SME

City: Richland

State: WA

Type of Work: Full Time Contract

January 15, 2026

Job Description

Immediate W2 contract position available in Richland, WA.
Estimated Duration: 13 Months

Job Description / Desired Qualifications:
Description:
Senior/Leading SME: Most high-level roles require 10–15 years of hands-on experience in a relevant niche.
Mid-Level SME: Often requires 5–8 years of specialized experience, with the ability to lead initiatives independently.
Expert Certification: Industry bodies like the IMC USA require 10 years for an “Experienced” level certification and 20+ years for “Management” level consultants
  • Provide expert guidance in strategic planning and project controls functions
  • Assist with defining project management and project performance measurement methodologies
  • Advise leadership to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget
  • Support decision-making through expert analysis, metrics, and recommendations
  • Collaborate with executives, partners, and key stakeholders across the organization
Principal Accountabilities:
  • Advise on, develop, and recommend project management processes aligned with industry best practices and company strategy
  • Review and assess project budgets and schedules; provide recommendations to ensure compliance with company policies and standards
  • Develop, analyze, and report key performance metrics to measure project success
  • Recommend, document, and support business administration, risk management, and change management practices
  • Provide coaching, workshops, and expert guidance on project management methodologies and earned value management as requested
Required Education and Experience:
  • Bachelor’s degree in business administration, computer science, or a related technical field OR an additional five (5) years of relevant experience in lieu of degree
  • Ten (10) years of project management or project controls experience
  • Minimum of five (5) years in a leadership or advisory role
  • Extensive knowledge of project controls and use of P6 and other project management software tools
Desired Education and Experience:
  • Experience in construction or mega-project environments
  • Experience supporting executive-level and stakeholder communications
  • Experience developing and maintaining integrated project plans
Required abilities and skills:
  • Demonstrated leadership skills to motivate and coordinate teams toward shared goals
  • Ability to influence and guide stakeholders without direct authority
  • Ability to provide expert recommendations and facilitate adoption of best practices
  • Desired Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Demonstrated ability to drive outcomes through subject-matter expertise and advisory engagement
  • Earned Value Management (EVM) certification
Work Environment:
  • Primarily office-based work environment
  • Occasional travel and site tours as required

If you already have a resume on file with The E Group and would like to be considered for this position, simply email your note of interest to The E Group at [email protected].

Why Choose The E Group? We are an award winning firm recognized for having an outstanding reputation with our clients and employees. All contractors are eligible for full group health and dental benefits, 401K with matching, and various insurances. Generous living expenses are given to help those who relocate or have duplicate housing.

For immediate consideration simply attach your resume to this posting or email your resume to [email protected]. All applicants will receive feedback once position closes.

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