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Project Controls Associate at Management Solutions in Knoxville, TN
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Job Description
Job Title: Project Controls Associate
Location: Knoxville, TN
Employment Type: Full-Time
Who We Are
Management Solutions, LLC (MSLLC) is an award-winning management consulting firm delivering solutions for our partners’ most complex challenges. Our workforce designs and delivers those solutions. and we are distinguished by our reputation for managing mission-critical projects for public and private sector clients.
Founded in 2002, MSLLC has been named Small Business of the Year by the U.S. Small Business Administration, the Department of Energy, and the Oak Ridge National Laboratory. MSLLC has also been recognized as one of the Top Employers in the Greater Knoxville area.
Why Join Our Team
At Management Solutions, we believe our people are the foundation of our success. We are committed to fostering a collaborative and caring culture where employees feel valued, supported, and empowered to grow. We seek professionals who think critically, solve complex problems, and are dedicated to building and sustaining a high-performing, people-centered organization.
Job Summary
This role is a Project Controls / Planning & Scheduling position focused on managing the financial and scheduling health of projects, in a federal contracting environment. The ideal candidate will develop and maintain critical path schedules using tools like Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project, track project progress and resource productivity, and conduct financial analysis including forecasting and variance reporting. The role sits at the intersection of finance, and project management — requiring someone who is analytical, detail-oriented, and comfortable working within the compliance requirements of government contracts.
Key Responsibilities:
Develop, maintain, and analyze integrated critical path schedules in accordance with project specifications
Document planning objectives, scope, and milestones for inclusion in scheduling processes
Collect and update project progress data from project teams and stakeholders
Monitor project metrics including schedule dates, physical percent complete, resource needs, subcontractor deliverables, and accruals
Track schedule progress and resource productivity
Generate time-phased project cost and resource forecasts and validate project cost data
Monitor actual expenditures against forecasts and project deliverables
Conduct financial variance, risk, and profit/loss analysis
Assess and document the cost and schedule impact of project changes
Raise early warning signals for project risks and delays
Recommend resource adjustments to maintain project timelines
Ensure compliance with internal processes and federal/government contract requirements
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree (Engineering, Business, Construction Management, or related field preferred)
Experience with Primavera (P6) or Microsoft Project
(3) years of experience in project controls, planning/scheduling, cost tracking, financial forecasting, or project management support.
The ability to pass a federal background check and drug screening.
Preferred Qualifications:
Analytical and detail-oriented with strong numerical aptitude
Experience with project scheduling principles and practices
Organized, detail oriented and proactive
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
Familiarity with project controls tools and methodologies in a federal contracting environment
Work Authorization:
U.S. Citizenship is required due to federal contract and/or security clearance requirements.
Working Conditions: This position is primarily performed in an office environment. Employees will be required to use a computer and other office equipment for extended periods.
What We Offer:
Management Solutions offers a comprehensive benefits package including: Medical, Rx, Dental and Vision Insurance, company paid short-term disability and life insurance, 401k plan with up to a 5% match with immediate vesting, Flexible Spending Accounts, PTO, paid holidays, and more!
Management Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences.
Disclaimer:
This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the position and is not a complete list of skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities or working conditions associated with it.