Project Controls Specialist
About The Position
MSLLC is seeking a qualified Project Controls Specialist to support the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Mobile District. The Project Controls Specialist will assist the government in tracking and monitoring overall project costs, supporting the project management team with monthly tracking, maintenance, and reporting of project-related data. This work helps the District maintain awareness of project spending and promotes positive performance in alignment with USACE metrics and reporting requirements. This position will also perform project controls and analysis services for the Project Management Automated Information System (P2) and related systems, ensuring accurate data integration and reporting.
Requirements
- Authorized to work in the United States (U.S. citizenship may be required based on federal contract requirements).
- Previous experience in the use of some type of scheduling tool (Primavera, Microsoft Project, etc).
- Competency in both schedule and cost control.
- Intermediate understanding of project management principles.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
- Strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams.
- High emotional intelligence with the ability to build relationships and foster a continuous improvement environment.
- Minimum of 3–5 years of project controls experience.
Nice To Haves
- Government experience and PMP or similar certification preferred.
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field preferred.
Responsibilities
- Conduct project updates in Primavera Project Manager/P6 Web, ensuring data integration with the financial management systems.
- Add new projects to the project management database and maintain data in accordance with HQ, Division, and District guidance.
- Ensure project changes and updates are completed in a timely manner for Project Review Board (PRB), Command Management Review (CMR), Directorate Management Review (DMR), or other USACE-required presentations.
- Support the maintenance, validation, and reporting of project data within PROMIS and related systems.
- Develop and analyze project cost and schedule data, supporting the project manager in assessing variances, performance, and forecasting.
- Monitor progress of project deliverables and expenditures against baselines and forecasts.
- Prepare and present reports to communicate cost and schedule status.
- Ensure compliance with internal procedures, contractual specifications, and government regulations.
Benefits
- Medical, Rx, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Company-paid short-term disability and life insurance
- 401(k) plan with up to a 5% match and immediate vesting
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
