Project Management Support Specialist (PL)

Canvas; Tullahoma (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Wages

Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance

Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)

401(k) retirement plan with company match

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Canvas is seeking a Project Management Support Specialist at Arnold AFB in Tullahoma, TN. The ideal candidate will assist in documenting project scope and managing complex projects while ensuring all documentation is stored properly.

Applicants should have a Bachelor's Degree in Business and may be required to maintain a Secret clearance. The role emphasizes organization and communication skills, along with proficiency in Microsoft Office. A rewards package including competitive wages and various insurances is offered.

Qualifications

• PMP certification desirable.
• Must be able to acquire and maintain a Secret clearance.
• 5-10% travel may be required.

Responsibilities

• Documenting project scope, objectives, KPPs, and KSAs.
• Monthly project review briefings to our Air Force customer.
• Working with finance to develop project spend plans.
• Foster and maintain strong working relationships with stakeholders.

Skills

Highly organized

Excellent communication skills

Critical thinking

Problem-solving skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Business or related field

Job description

Job Title: Project Management Support Specialist

Location: Arnold AFB-Tullahoma, TN

Duties

• Documenting project scope, objectives, KPPs, and KSAs.
• Working knowledge of project phases (Initiation, Planning, Design, Execution, and Closeout).
• Monthly project review briefings to our Air Force customer.
• Working with finance to develop project spend plans.
• Holding weekly/bi-weekly meetings for project updates.
• Advise the Air Force of any project disconnects, risks, opportunities, and overall progress.
• Define and document project requirements and deliverables through direct stakeholder engagement.
• Managing complex projects of all sizes.
• Knowledge/Familiarity of project acquisition strategy and key program events such as decision points, reviews, contract award, Contract Line-Item Number (CLIN) structure.
• Follow a structured system engineering approach that facilitates project milestone reviews including but not limited to; Integrated Baseline Review (IBR), Preliminary Design Review (PDR), Critical Design Review (CDR), Verification Readiness Review (VRR), Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT), Functional Configuration Audit (FCA), and Physical Configuration Audit (PCA).
• Assess contractor documentation against project requirements.
• Ensuring all documentation is in place and stored in proper repository.
• Proactively identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and issues.
• Developing contingency plans to minimize risks and keep projects on track.
• Foster and maintain strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders to ensure seamless project execution across all locations.

Requirements

PMP certification desirable

Minimum Education

• PM1 - Bachelor’s Degree in Business or related field OR substitution as described below.
• PM2 - Bachelor’s Degree in Business or related field OR substitution as described below.
• PM3 - Bachelor’s Degree in Business or related field OR substitution as described below.

Minimum Experience

• PM1- 0 years of experience
• PM2- 0-3 years of experience
• PM3 -3-10 year of experience

Security Clearance

Must be able to acquire and maintain a Secret clearance.

Other Essential Job Functions

• Highly organized with excellent communication skills
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams)
• 5-10% travel may be required

Benefits

To reflect our company culture, Canvas offers an exciting array of benefits that makes up our employees' total rewards package. Those benefits may include:

• Competitive Wages*
• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Generous company-funded Basic Life Insurance
• Company-funded Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• 11 Paid Federal Holidays
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Dependent Care and Medical Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match and 100% immediate vesting
• Tuition Reimbursement for ongoing training, continuing education, or advanced degree programs
• Robust Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
• Spot Awards for exemplary individual performance
• Discretionary performance-based bonuses
• And many more!
• Final compensation for this position is determined by a variety of factors, such as a candidate's relevant work experience, skills, certifications, and geographic location.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Canvas is an equal opportunity employer and a VEVRAA federal contractor who affords equal employment opportunity to protected veterans and people with disabilities. Canvas has equal employment opportunities that are based upon a candidate's qualifications and capabilities to perform the essential functions of a particular job and are free from discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. For our complete EEO/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit our Careers page. U.S. citizenship is required for most positions.

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