Project Controls Specialist

Job Title: Project Controls Specialist 
Location: Mobile, AL (On-Site) 
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. Since 2002, we have supported federal and commercial clients through expertise in project and program strategy, delivery and implementation, engineering and technical advisory services, workforce solutions, and digital solutions. 

We are distinguished by our reputation for managing mission-critical projects and helping organizations improve performance through innovative, people-centered solutions. MSLLC has been recognized as Small Business of the Year by the U.S. Small Business Administration, the Department of Energy, and Oak Ridge National Laboratory and has been named one of the Top Employers in the Greater Knoxville area. 

Job Summary: 

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. 
 

Key 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. 

Qualifications: 

• 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. 

• Government experience and PMP or similar certification preferred. 

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field preferred. 

• Minimum of 3–5 years of project controls experience. 

Working Conditions: This position is performed on-site in Mobile, AL. 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 

401(k) plan with up to a 5% match and immediate vesting 

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) 

Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays 

And more! 

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement 

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. 

Reasonable Accommodation Notice 

If you require reasonable accommodation in completing an application, interviewing, or otherwise participating in the selection process, please contact Human Resources. 

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. 

Management Solutions LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.