Overview
Job Title: Project Controls Manager
Location: Apache Junction, AZ
Job Type: Full-time, In-person only
Job Summary: The Project Controls Manager will work under the Director of Project Controls to manage and oversee the project controls for construction projects. Establishes controls and operating policies that identify, monitor, and mitigate risk factors that could impact the success of a project. Additionally, you will ensure that project schedules, budgets, and scope are effectively managed and that the project team is aligned to meet project objectives.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Visualize, fulfill, and implement the vision and core values.
- Work closely with Project Teams and Stakeholders to ensure that project control standards and processes are followed and that risks are identified and mitigated.
- Develop and maintain project control plans as it relates to schedules, budgets, and scope of work.
- Lead the development and implementation of project reporting tools and processes. Including, progress reports, budget reports, and risk reports.
- Collaborate with project teams to identify and implement process improvements and best practices.
- Assist in developing processes and procedures for project controls assigned programs/projects.
- Analyze accuracy of month end project reporting.
- Analyze, evaluate, and forecast current estimate status against an established baseline schedule.
- Oversee new project setup and project closings processes.
- Analyze financial reports/forecasts and fit them to known trends.
- Create data analytics to determine if projects are staying within their intended scope.
- Oversee timetables for project deadlines.
Education and/or Experience:
- Bachelor's degree in construction management, accounting, finance, or other associated degree.
- At least 5 years of relevant experience.
- Detailed knowledge of spreadsheets, smartsheets (a plus!), ERP, Project Management and construction software proficiency.
- Strong knowledge of construction processes.
- Ability to work under pressure with minimal supervision.
Individual Development (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities):
- Training and Facilitation Skills - Ability to effectively train, coach, and develop employees on company processes, procedures, and technology systems.
- Systems Troubleshooting and Support - Ability to diagnose user, process, and system issues, identify root causes, and work with team for practical solutions.
- Change Management - Ability to lead operational change initiatives and drive adoption of new processes and systems.
- Collaborative Leadership - Ability to work closely with fellow Project Controls Managers and department leadership to maintain consistency in processes, training, system support, and operational guidance across all regions. Demonstrates a team-first mentality, actively shares knowledge, and contributes to department-wide solutions that support organizational success.
Disclaimer: This job description is not intended to contain a comprehensive listing of duties and responsibilities required of the employee. It reflects management's assignment of key functions; it does not prescribe or limit the tasks that may be assigned. Job descriptions are subject to change at any time.
