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External - Posting Description Project Control Specialist B - 518650 Organization: Generation Projects & Fleet Services Department: Outage Execution Work Location: Shawnee Fossil Plant Relocation: Relocation benefits are not offered for this position. Posting Open: 08/03/2026 Posting Close: 08/12/2026 at 11:59 PM EST Salary: Competitive JOB SUMMARY: This position plans and executes work with minimal supervision, independently performs assignments with instructions as to the general results expected. Monitoring/Tracking Track and update progress, variances, key performance indicators, and control changes Analyze cost and schedule trends compared to baselines; review and make recommendations to improve project performance to management Implement standard methods for project performance monitoring, reporting, analysis, trend assessment, scheduling, and estimating Implement TVA and business unit processes and procedures Communicate cross-functionally to collect and input data into PM tools and software Reporting Prepare, coordinate, review and distribute project and/or work management reports; including but not limited to progress reports, financial reports, and risk reports Project Administration Document project progress and changes, forecast project cost and schedule impacts, and communicate progress updates and projections to team members Participate in project prioritization Supports processes including change requests, lessons learned, work authorization, work management, and process improvement Helps develop project and Portfolio Business Planning Budgets Ensure effective project controls are in place to manage project cost, schedule, scope, risk, milestones, etc.

Monthly forecasting and financial submittals, including but not limited to preparing and submitting accruals to financial services monthly, journal vouchers etc. Participate in and support project meetings and reviews as required Coordinate with Fixed Assets Accounting to determine classification for project work orders Support development, implementation and monitoring of purchase agreements and expenditures Develop and update schedule and cost in appropriate project management tools Supports seasonal and long-range planning Prepare schedule scenarios and project benefit analysis Provides field support at respective sites during projects & interfaces with engineering, plant, project, contractor & partners on a continuous basis Project Initiation/Closure Assist with project planning, initiation, funding requests and closure; utilizing project management software and tools Prepare project approval packages and all associated documentation SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Supervision and guidance are provided by the first-line manager and are generally limited to overall objectives. The incumbent plans and executes the work with minimal supervision.

Independently performs assignments with instructions as to the general results expected. Receives technical or business alignment guidance on unusual or complex problems SKILLS AND PROFICIENCIES: Proficient in project control concepts, methodology, techniques, scheduling and cost engineering practices Competent at performance analysis, business planning, budgeting, economic analysis, cost control, forecasting, etc Capable of effective communication Proficient with work management software (i.e., Primavera, Maximo, PowerPlan, C55) & PC software (i.e., MS Office) Skilled in TVA business, budgetary, financial, & workforce planning processes Capable of in-depth problem solving and analysis Proficient at resource loading and allocation, cost, schedule integration, and risk management Understanding of relevant TVA SPPs, processes, and guidance documents MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education and Experience/Certificates, Licenses, and Registration Requirements/Other Requirements Basic Education Requirements: Associate's degree in Business, Engineering, Finance, Project Management, Accounting, Economics, Construction Management, Engineering Technology, Marketing or other related degree three (3) years minimum of related work experience OR high school diploma/GED and five (5) years minimum of related work experience Desired Education Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Finance, Project Management, Accounting, Economics, Construction Management, Engineering Technology, Marketing or other related degree; and three (3) years of related work experience Applicant should meet requirements above. If selected, candidate may be required to complete the TVA PCS progression plan (or a portion of).

Certification by Project Management Institute or AACE is desired. Must be able to obtain and maintain unescorted plant access and medical qualifications when applicable. If applicable, must be able and willing to assume "on call" rotational assignments which may include 24 hour-a-day, 7 day-a-week availability depending on demands.

When necessary, must be willing and medically able to work rotating shifts and maximum overtime permitted by procedures during peak periods. Likewise, must be able and willing to travel to plant/field locations as required when performing assigned tasks and, as necessary, to be temporarily assigned to a field location. Equal Employment Opportunity TVA is an Equal Opportunity employer and complies with all applicable laws and regulations regarding equal employment opportunities.

Any applicant or employee who believes s/he has a discrimination claim (including harassment or retaliation) must contact TVA's Equal Opportunity Compliance office within 45 calendar days of the event or action s/he believes to constitute discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. Drug-Free Workplace All TVA Non-Nuclear employees are covered by TVA's Federal Drug-Free Workplace Program Plan, in accordance with Executive Order 12564, Public Law 100-71 and the Mandatory Guidelines for Federal Workplace Drug Testing. Information regarding the Drug Free Workplace Program can be found at www.samhsa.gov/workplace

TVA Non-Nuclear employees in Testing Designated Positions, including those performing safety-sensitive duties are also subject to random drug testing. TVA Nuclear employees are subject to random alcohol and drug tests in accordance with 10 CFR Part 26 as mandated by the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC). How to Claim Vet Preference If you are requesting to be considered as a preference-eligible veteran as outlined in the application process, you must submit your military documents before the posting close date indicated above.

Be sure to include all supporting documentation: Form DD214 (member 2 or member 4 copy), a Veterans Disability Rating Letter from the VA (if applicable), and a completed form TVA 3595. If you will not get your DD214 until you are separated or retired, you can request a Statement of Service through your military personnel office. The Statement of Service must list your dates of military service, character of service, expected date of separation and any service-connected disability rating that you have been awarded from your branch of military service.

Please submit your military documents each time you apply for a position. How to Submit Documentation: Upload documents in Step 7 of the application process. Email documents to [email protected] More information about preference eligibility and a link to form TVA 3595, can be found at https://www.tva.gov/Careers/Claiming-Veteran-Preference

If you have a question about preference eligibility, please email [email protected].