Project Control Manager

About the role

WE ARE HIRING OWNERS Set of X is led by industry veterans who see government contracting as a good community with plenty of opportunity to go around. With a shared desire to give back, grow the community, and do great work, the Set of X team is building an elite group of engineers with a strong sense of shared responsibility and ownership Because who you work with matters. ________________________________________________________________________ This role will provide project controls, financial management, cost/schedule analysis, and programmatic support to ensure programs meet contractual, budgetary, and performance objectives. Responsibilities Manage project control activities supporting government programs and contracts. Develop and maintain budgets, funding profiles, forecasts, and financial plans. Track costs, commitments, funding, and expenditures against program budgets. Perform cost and schedule variance analysis and provide recommendations to program leadership. Develop and maintain EAC/ETC forecasts and support Earned Value Management (EVM) activities. Support Integrated Master Schedules (IMS), program milestones, and resource planning. Prepare monthly, quarterly, and ad hoc financial and programmatic reports. Monitor contract funding, deliverables, milestones, and contractual commitments. Support contract modifications, funding actions, program reviews, and audits. Coordinate with Program Management, Finance, Contracts, technical teams, and government stakeholders. Identify financial and programmatic risks and support mitigation efforts. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Program Management, or related field. 5+ years of project controls, program controls, financial management, or program management experience in government contracting. Experience with budgeting, forecasting, cost analysis, and financial reporting. Strong Microsoft Excel and data analysis skills. Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills. Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities. Preferred Qualifications TS/SCI clearance w/ polygraph Experience supporting an MPO, DoD, or Intelligence Community program. Experience with EAC/ETC, IMS, and IBRs. Experience with Costpoint, Unanet, or similar financial systems. Familiarity with FAR/DFARS and government contract requirements. PMP or other relevant certification. Clearance: TS/SCI clearance with polygraph is required.   Total Compensation Package  We offer a comprehensive compensation package designed to support your well-being and professional growth. Our competitive base salary is complemented by an extensive benefits program, including:  Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance: Comprehensive coverage to keep you and your family healthy. Life and Disability Insurance: Peace of mind with financial protection for you and your loved ones.  401(k) Plan: No personal investment required to benefit from a generous employer contribution, allowing you to maximize your take-home pay.  Paid Time Off: Enjoy time away from work to recharge.  Technology Refresh: Upgrade your devices regularly, or opt for a year-end bonus if you don’t need new tech.  Training and Professional Development: A $5,250 annual budget for ongoing education, certifications, and professional memberships.  Or use this annual benefit to repay a student loan tax-free.  For a full overview of our benefits, please visit our  benefits  tab.  Salary Range: $130,000 - $160,000 Additional Perks and Benefits  Stock Plan: Become an equity owner with a yearly stock grant—let's build the future together.  Flex Leave and Exchange Plan: Take up to 8 weeks off for a strong work-life balance or sell back unused time for double the value!  Virtual Office Compensation: Monthly reimbursement for cell phone and internet services.  Fringe Benefit Mall: Choose from perks like Uber rides, a beer of the month club, Amazon Prime, and Hello Fresh—whatever suits you best!  Profit-Sharing Cash Bonus: Share in the company’s success with an end-of-year cash bonus.  Referral Bonus: Help us grow by bringing in top talent and earn a bonus for each successful referral.