Project Controls Manager

Key Responsibilities

Project Controls Management

• Lead the project controls function for assigned data center construction projects.

• Manage scheduling, cost control, forecasting, progress measurement, and reporting processes.

• Ensure project performance is tracked accurately and reported consistently to leadership and clients.

• Support the Project Director and Construction leadership with data-driven decision making.

Planning & Scheduling

• Develop and maintain integrated project schedules using Primavera P6 or equivalent scheduling software.

• Coordinate with engineering, procurement, fabrication, and construction teams to develop realistic activity sequencing.

• Identify and monitor the project critical path and key milestones.

• Track schedule progress and recommend mitigation plans for delays or productivity issues.

Cost Control & Forecasting

• Manage project cost tracking systems including budgets, commitments, actual costs, and forecasts.

• Prepare and update monthly cost forecasts, and estimate-to-complete projections and cashflows.

• Identify cost variances and implement corrective actions with project leadership.

• Support change order evaluation and financial impact assessments.

Progress Measurement & Reporting

• Establish and manage progress measurement systems aligned with project scope and schedule activities.

• Prepare weekly and monthly performance reports including schedule status, cost performance, and key risks.

• Develop project dashboards and performance metrics for leadership and client reporting.

• Ensure project data integrity across project management systems.

Risk Management

• Support development and maintenance of project risk registers.

• Identify schedule and cost risks and collaborate with project teams on mitigation strategies.

• Assist with contingency tracking and scenario analysis.

Change Management

• Support the management of project changes including scope adjustments, change orders, and contract modifications.

• Evaluate schedule and cost impacts associated with changes.

• Ensure approved changes are reflected in project schedules and forecasts.

Stakeholder Coordination

• Interface with project management, engineering, procurement, and construction teams to maintain alignment on project performance.

• Participate in project planning meetings, schedule reviews, and client reporting sessions.

• Support project leadership in presenting performance updates to internal leadership and clients.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or a related field preferred.

Experience

• 8–12 years of experience in project controls, project scheduling, or cost control on large construction or EPC projects.

• Experience supporting data center, mission-critical, semiconductor, industrial, or power generation projects preferred.

• Experience with fast-paced construction environments and complex MEP systems is highly desirable.

Technical Skills

• Advanced proficiency with Primavera P6 scheduling software.

• Strong experience with cost control systems and forecasting methodologies.

• Knowledge of earned value management (EVM) principles.

• Proficiency in Excel, Power BI, or similar reporting tools.

• Familiarity with project management systems and reporting dashboards.

Core Competencies

• Analytical problem solving

• Schedule analysis and forecasting

• Cost management and financial awareness

• Cross-functional collaboration

• Strong communication and reporting skills

• Attention to detail and data accuracy