Project Control Clerk

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Job Title: Project Control Clerk

Job Summary:

Highly organized and detail-oriented Project Control Clerk supporting facilities operations at the U.S. Naval Observatory. Responsible for coordinating, tracking, and documenting all maintenance activities to ensure efficient workflow, contract compliance, and mission readiness. Provides administrative support-including document control, reporting, scheduling assistance, and coordination with corporate systems for billing, procurement, and personnel tracking-to strengthen operational efficiency and team performance. Serves as a critical link between facility users, supervisors, technicians, and corporate staff. Position requires a TS/SCI clearance.

Location: Washington, DC

Responsibilities:

* Receive, review, and process service requests and work orders related to facilities maintenance, repairs, and preventive maintenance tasks.

* Enter and update information in the CMMS to track labor hours, parts usage, response times, and completion status.

* Maintain detailed logs of open, in-progress, and completed work orders; escalate overdue tasks as needed.

* Prepare recurring reports on service performance, work backlog, manpower utilization, and equipment downtime.

* Assign and dispatch work orders to technicians based on priority, skillset, and availability.

* Monitor workflow compliance against Performance Work Statement (PWS) standards and contract requirements.

* Maintain records of vendor service calls, parts requisitions, and preventive maintenance schedules.

* Serve as the liaison between facility users, supervisors, and technicians to ensure clear communication and timely service.

* Perform administrative duties such as filing, document scanning, and correspondence support as needed.

Qualifications:

* Shall possess TS/SCI clearance

* Shall possess at least two (2) years of recent experience in work order processing, maintenance scheduling, or administrative support in a facilities, engineering, or service environment.

* Working knowledge of CMMS platforms and/or maintenance tracking systems.

* Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel, Outlook, and Word).

* Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

* Ability to communicate effectively and work well with maintenance teams, supervisors, and customer representatives.

* Familiarity with general building systems, maintenance terminology, or service response procedures preferred.

Additional Requirements:

* Must be a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident with work authorization.

*Contingent upon contract award.

DAWSON is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/VEVRAA federal contractor. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

DAWSON offers a best-in-class benefits program including medical, dental, and vision insurance; a 401(k) program with employer match; paid vacation and sick leave; employer-paid basic life and AD&D insurance; an Employee Assistance Program; and a flexible work environment. Additionally, employees can choose from several voluntary benefits including critical illness coverage; accident insurance; identity theft coverage; pet insurance, and more.

DAWSON gives preference to internal candidates. If no internal candidate meets our qualifications, external candidates will be given consideration.