Project Controls Specialist, GS-0301-12, Detail or 120-Day Temp Promotion (77544)

This is an internal announcement for a Project Controls Specialist, GS-0301-12, in the South Atlantic Division, Charleston District, Programs, Planning, and Project Management Division.

Position Title: Project Controls Specialist

Who May Apply: This position is only open to CURRENT, PERMANENT USACE EMPLOYEES. You must be a GS-11 or GS-12 to qualify.

Open Period: 18-30 November 2025

Start Date: On or about 15 December 2025

Duty Location: Charleston, SC (other SAC offices may be considered).

• Interested candidates should provide their resume in TMP, and be prepared to provide current SF-50, one page statement of interest, and first and second level supervisor endorsement upon request.
• Current permanent USACE GS-12 will be considered for detail (up to 120 days).
• Current permanent USACE GS-11 will be considered for temporary promotions not to exceed 120 days.

Position Overview:

This is a Project Controls Specialist position within the Programs, Planning & Project Management Division (PPPMD), Civil Works Programs Management Section, located in Charleston, SC. The role supports a complex, regional multi-million-dollar program portfolio covering Civil Works projects across South Carolina. The core of this position is to perform substantive technical analysis and hands-on management of project data within the P2 Primavera Scheduling system. The purpose of the work is to provide analysis and guidance on creating, modifying, and updating project scheduling and financial data. This work directly supports Project and Program Managers in tracking performance, ensuring funds are effectively utilized, and maintaining accurate reporting for the entire Charleston District.

Duties:

• Serve as a Project Controls Specialist with responsibility for execution, tracking, and monitoring of the Charleston District's Civil Works Program, which includes Operation and Maintenance, Construction, and Environmental Infrastructure projects.
• Support the administration and application of the P2 P3e Primavera Scheduling system, helping to ensure its effective use within the Charleston District.
• Work with Project Managers and technical teams to ensure all projects are accurately entered and maintained in the P2 Primavera Scheduling system, including defining the Work Breakdown Structure (WBS), developing schedule logic, and applying district resources.
• Assist in interfacing the P2 system with the Corps of Engineers Financial Management System (CEFMS) to ensure the proper and accurate transfer of project schedule and financial data.
• Review project progress by collecting execution data, measuring performance against cost and schedule baselines, and assisting Project Delivery Teams (PDTs) in understanding and resolving variances using earned value reports and techniques.
• Monitor the execution of the approved program to identify potential scheduling issues and assist in preparing for change management process as needed.

This job opportunity is open to CURRENT, PERMANENT USACE EMPLOYEES ONLY

This opportunity is being announced through the USACE Voluntary Internal Opportunities Program (VIOP). Current, permanent USACE employees with noncompetitive eligibility to be placed in this position are eligible to apply. This Program may only be utilized for non-competitive placements; to include voluntary reassignments, promotions not-to-exceed 120 days, voluntary changes to lower grade, details, and deployment opportunities. Employees interested in permanent or temporary promotions of longer than 120 days must apply through USAJOBS, or other approved merit procedures or hiring authorities. Temporary or term employees and Department of Army Fellows assigned to USACE will not be considered for positions or assignments through VIOP.

Other Requirements:

• Applications must be submitted after 12:01 AM (EST) of the posted Job Posting Open Date and before 11:59 PM (EST) of the posted Job Posting Close Date to receive consideration.
• All positions require the applicant to be a citizen of the United States.
• Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, are required to register for Selective Service prior to appointment.
• Direct deposit of pay is required.
• This position is subject to a pre-employment drug screening, and random testing thereafter, to include testing based on reasonable suspicion and testing due to direct involvement with an on-duty accident.
• This position has a Temporary Duty (TDY) or business travel requirement of 10% of the time.
• Multiple positions may be filled by this announcement.
• This position requires that the incumbent possess or obtain and maintain a valid state Driver's License in one of the 50 U.S. states or its possessions to operate vehicles.
• This position may be eligible for situational telework.