Project Control Specialist I

About the role

CompTech is seeking a Project Control Specialist – Level I to support project and program operations within a federal government environment for the Defense Health Agency (DHA) at Fort Hood, TX (on‑site). The position requires a Secret Security Clearance and involves coordinating resources, meetings, project information, staffing activities, and status reporting to keep projects organized and on schedule.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist Project and Program Managers with day‑to‑day project coordination and administrative activities.
• Track staffing, budgets, priorities, schedules, and other project or personnel‑related matters.
• Maintain project information and assist with monitoring milestones, deadlines, and deliverables.
• Prepare and distribute project status reports, updates, and supporting documentation.
• Coordinate communication between the client, Project/Program Manager, and internal teams.
• Schedule and coordinate project meetings, including establishing dates and times and communicating meeting information to participants.
• Help ensure project activities remain aligned with established schedules and priorities.
• Identify and communicate potential timeline, staffing, resource, or budget concerns to the appropriate Project or Program Manager.
• Assist with tracking action items and following up with stakeholders as needed.
• Maintain organized and accurate project records and documentation.
• Support additional project control and program coordination activities as required.

Experience Requirements

• Minimum of two (2) years of progressive experience in project coordination, project controls, program support, administrative project support, or a related discipline.
• Experience coordinating meetings, schedules, resources, project information, or status reporting.
• Ability to track multiple activities, deadlines, and priorities simultaneously.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to communicate professionally with clients, team members, and project leadership.
• Ability to identify potential scheduling or budget concerns and appropriately elevate them to project leadership.

Education

High School Diploma, G.E.D., or equivalent required.

Certifications

CompTIA Project+ or similar project management/project coordination certification.

Security Clearance

Active Secret Clearance required.

Pay

$58,000 – $63,000 plus benefits.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Additional benefits package