Project Controls Associate

Management Solutions LLCCharleston, SC

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Overview

Schedule

Full-time

Education

Engineering (PE)

Career level

Senior-level

Remote

On-site

Job Description

Job Title: Project Controls AssociateLocation: Charleston, SCEmployment Type: Full-Time Job SummaryThis 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
Create non-routine financial reports and perform complex analyses
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:

The ability to ability to pass a federal background check and drug screening
Bachelor’s degree (Engineering, Finance, Construction Management, or related field preferred)
Experience with Primavera (P6) or Microsoft Project

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. Must be able to remain in a stationary position for extended periods and operate a computer and standard office equipment. 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 (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) is the Law. Management Solutions is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants and employees with disabilities. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please contact Human Resources.

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.

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This job at Management Solutions LLC is located in Charleston, SC, according to the details provided by the employer. Some roles may also include multiple work locations depending on the requirement.

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Management Solutions LLC lists this role as a Full-time position.

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Management Solutions LLC is looking for a candidate with "Senior-level" experience level.

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The education requirement for this position is Engineering (PE). Candidates with relevant qualifications or equivalent experience may also be considered.

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