Project Management Coordinator Jobs in Knoxville, TN
Project Management Coordinator jobs in Knoxville are in steady demand, concentrated in the downtown core, West Knoxville business corridor, and the Hardin Valley area, across healthcare, construction, energy, and professional services. Employers hiring right now include Domino's, University Physicians' Association, and WSP. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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WSP is currently initiating a search for a Transportation Management Center (TMC) Operations Manager!
This position can be located out of Knoxville or Chattanooga, TN.
The TMC Operations Manager shall support the client with management and coordination of Transportation Manager Center Operations. The TMC Operations Manager shall work full-time on-site at the client site. The TMC Operations Manager shall manage the daily operations activities in accordance with the client Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), protocols, and policies.
The TMC Manager responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Day-to-day management of the Operations staff and resources, including problem resolution concerning Operations and staff scheduling for second and third shift Operations in coordination with Tennessee DOT personnel.
- Ensure that operations are conducted within the design parameters, client SOPs and policies, and industry standards.
- Participate in Incident Management meetings and ensure appropriate interagency coordination.
- Coordinate with Tennessee DOT’s motorist assist service providers, relaying incident details and supporting dispatch operations.
- Participate in statewide Traffic Incident Management meetings and training.
- Attend meetings as directed by the client.
- Prepare monthly reports of performance measures for Operators and Shift Leaders.
- Determine and use existing measures of effectiveness in terms of efficiency and effectiveness in providing transportation management, traveler information, and incident management.
- Actively collaborate in updates of the client SOPs.
- Actively collaborate in the development and update of Operator training and certification materials to conform to updates in the client SOPs.
- Modify training materials as necessary as a result of system and employee performance analysis.
- Hire, terminate, promote, and evaluate office personnel.
- Oversee Operator training and certification process.
- Ensure adequate Operator staff coverage.
- Assist with operations center public relations activities such as marketing efforts, tours, and presentations, in coordination with the client Contract Manager and Public Information Officer (PIO).
- Coordinate, develop agendas, and facilitate various meetings with operations center staff on an as needed basis. Perform all other tasks assigned by the client.
Minimum Qualifications
- Minimum of three (3) years of experience in Transportation Operations, Public Safety, Incident Management, Dispatch Operations, or similar environment
- Demonstrated ability to provide formal training to and monitor performance of subordinates.
- Skilled in the use of Windows operating system. High level knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
The TMC Operations Manager should have, at a minimum, the following:
- Good leadership and interpersonal skills.
- Good understanding of key management concepts.
- Ability to clearly communicate technical information in layman’s terms.
- Ability to work alternate work schedules and be on-call 24 hours/day.
- Ability to write technical reports, manuals, and correspondence.
- Ability to coordinate real-time activities and priorities.
- Able to always maintain a professional demeanor and appearance.
- Ability to clearly communicate technical information in layman’s terms. Ability to coordinate real-time activities and priorities.
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WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.
www.wsp.com
WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career.
At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started?
WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.
The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.
NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:
WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to WSP in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where WSP has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of WSP and WSP will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation – no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.
WSP is currently initiating a search for a Transportation Management Center (TMC) Operations Manager!
This position can be located out of Knoxville or Chattanooga, TN.
The TMC Operations Manager shall support the client with management and coordination of Transportation Manager Center Operations. The TMC Operations Manager shall work full-time on-site at the client site. The TMC Operations Manager shall manage the daily operations activities in accordance with the client Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), protocols, and policies.
The TMC Manager responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Day-to-day management of the Operations staff and resources, including problem resolution concerning Operations and staff scheduling for second and third shift Operations in coordination with Tennessee DOT personnel.
- Ensure that operations are conducted within the design parameters, client SOPs and policies, and industry standards.
- Participate in Incident Management meetings and ensure appropriate interagency coordination.
- Coordinate with Tennessee DOT’s motorist assist service providers, relaying incident details and supporting dispatch operations.
- Participate in statewide Traffic Incident Management meetings and training.
- Attend meetings as directed by the client.
- Prepare monthly reports of performance measures for Operators and Shift Leaders.
- Determine and use existing measures of effectiveness in terms of efficiency and effectiveness in providing transportation management, traveler information, and incident management.
- Actively collaborate in updates of the client SOPs.
- Actively collaborate in the development and update of Operator training and certification materials to conform to updates in the client SOPs.
- Modify training materials as necessary as a result of system and employee performance analysis.
- Hire, terminate, promote, and evaluate office personnel.
- Oversee Operator training and certification process.
- Ensure adequate Operator staff coverage.
- Assist with operations center public relations activities such as marketing efforts, tours, and presentations, in coordination with the client Contract Manager and Public Information Officer (PIO).
- Coordinate, develop agendas, and facilitate various meetings with operations center staff on an as needed basis. Perform all other tasks assigned by the client.
Minimum Qualifications
- Minimum of three (3) years of experience in Transportation Operations, Public Safety, Incident Management, Dispatch Operations, or similar environment
- Demonstrated ability to provide formal training to and monitor performance of subordinates.
- Skilled in the use of Windows operating system. High level knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
The TMC Operations Manager should have, at a minimum, the following:
- Good leadership and interpersonal skills.
- Good understanding of key management concepts.
- Ability to clearly communicate technical information in layman’s terms.
- Ability to work alternate work schedules and be on-call 24 hours/day.
- Ability to write technical reports, manuals, and correspondence.
- Ability to coordinate real-time activities and priorities.
- Able to always maintain a professional demeanor and appearance.
- Ability to clearly communicate technical information in layman’s terms. Ability to coordinate real-time activities and priorities.
#LI-MC1
WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.
www.wsp.com
WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career.
At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started?
WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.
The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.
NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:
WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to WSP in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where WSP has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of WSP and WSP will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation – no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.
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Project Management Coordinator Jobs in Knoxville: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a project management coordinator job in Knoxville?
Focus your search on Knoxville's strongest hiring sectors: healthcare systems along the Cumberland Avenue corridor, construction and engineering firms tied to regional infrastructure, and energy companies connected to the Oak Ridge National Laboratory complex. Candidates who combine scheduling or budgeting experience with familiarity in one of these industries tend to move faster through hiring. A PMP certification or CAPM credential gives a measurable edge in this market.
Which companies hire project management coordinators in Knoxville?
Employers hiring project management coordinators in Knoxville right now include Domino's, University Physicians' Association, and WSP, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Knoxville's hiring mix draws from large health systems, regional construction contractors, government-adjacent research organizations, and professional services firms concentrated in the West Knoxville and downtown areas.
Are there remote project management coordinator jobs in Knoxville?
Yes, though availability depends on the industry, since coordination roles tied to construction sites or healthcare facilities tend to require in-person presence while those supporting software, finance, or back-office operations are more remote-compatible. About 17% of project management coordinator openings tied to Knoxville are remote or hybrid as of July 2026. The most remote-friendly segments locally are roles within technology services and administrative operations.
How can I get a project management coordinator job in Knoxville with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path in Knoxville is starting in an administrative or operations support role at a healthcare system, construction firm, or regional contractor, then moving into coordination once you have documented scheduling or vendor-management experience. University of Tennessee and Pellissippi State alumni programs connect early-career candidates with Knoxville employers, and many area firms hire project administrators as a direct stepping stone into coordinator titles.
Which industries hire the most project management coordinators in Knoxville?
Knoxville project management coordinator roles concentrate in Banking & Financial Services and Investment & Asset Management, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Knoxville's mix of major health systems, active construction and infrastructure projects, and the research and energy sector tied to the Oak Ridge corridor consistently drives local demand for coordination professionals across experience levels.
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