About this Role
COMPANY: Quanta Government Solutions
JOB TITLE: Senior Project Controls Manager
DEPARTMENT: Operations, Energy
LOCATION: Vancouver, WA
REPORTS TO: Program Manager
CLASSIFICATION: Exempt
POSITION OVERVIEW:
The Senior Project Controls Manager is responsible for leading the project controls function on a large program with Bonneville Power Administration, covering responsibilities across multiple projects including cost management, scheduling, earned value management, and performance reporting. This role ensures project controls processes and systems deliver accurate, timely, and actionable data to support project decision-making and regulatory compliance across the program.
The Senior Project Controls Manager will oversee Control Account Managers, Document Controls, and Schedulers; manage the integrated cost/schedule baseline; and serve as the primary project controls interface with clients, project leadership, and auditors.
What You'll Do
- Lead all project controls activities and strategy including cost engineering, scheduling, earned value analysis, forecasting, and performance reporting across assigned programs.
- Establish and maintain the integrated cost/schedule baseline; manage the change control process and ensure baseline integrity throughout project execution.
- Implement and manage EVMS processes in compliance with ANSI/EIA-748 standards and DOE requirements; support certification and surveillance activities.
- Oversee development of CPR/IPMR reporting, variance analyses, and estimate-at-completion forecasts; present performance data to project and executive leadership.
- Manage and mentor project controls staff including Control Account Managers and P6 Schedulers; ensure team capability and bench strength development.
- Coordinate with finance and accounting on revenue recognition, invoicing, cash flow, and Costpoint reporting requirements.
- Responsible for internal and external audits related to project controls, cost management, and EVMS compliance.
What You'll Bring
Required Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Finance, Business, or related field.
- 15+ years of project controls experience in EPC or heavy industrial construction, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
- Deep expertise in earned value management, cost engineering, and scheduling.
- Strong experience with Primavera P6 and project controls/EVMS tools (Cobra, EcoSys, or similar).
- Experience with federal contracting and DOE program requirements.
Preferred Education and Experience
- Experience with ANSI/EIA-748 EVMS certification processes.
- Experience with Deltek Costpoint integration and reporting.
- Experience with Oracle Primavera Unifier implementation.
LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS:
Required Licenses/Certifications
Preferred Licenses/Certifications
- PMP, EVP, CCE/A, or PSP certification preferred.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Directly supervises Control Account Managers, Schedulers, and Project Controls Analysts. Typically manages 3-8 project controls personnel.
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:
Travels: Yes
Percent of time: 30%
Overnight required: Yes
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
If one-third of the time – “seldom” or “occasionally” If one-third to two-thirds of the time or more occasionally to frequently” If more than two-thirds of the time – “constantly”]
- Stationary Position - Frequently
- Pushing/Pulling/Reaching - Seldom
- Climb - Seldom
- Kneel - Seldom
- Grab - Seldom
- Bend - Seldom
- Lift/carry over - 10 - 30 LBS
- Vision - 20/20 Corrected Vision
- Hearing - Receive detailed information if spoken to
WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Wet or Humid - Seldom
- Working near or on moving mechanical parts - Seldom
- Working near or on heavy machinery - Seldom
- Working in high places - Seldom
- Exposed to fumes or airborne particles - Seldom
- Exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals - Seldom
- Frequency of working in outdoor weather conditions - Seldom
- Work with Electricity - Seldom
- Work with explosives - N/A
- Work on or near a source of radiation - N/A
- Loud noise conditions (above 87dB)-
- Other Environmental Factors including weather conditions______________________
Note: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, working conditions, physical demands, and activities my change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.
What You'll Get
Our Benefits & Perks
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
- Company-paid life and disability insurance
- Access to mental health support and resources
- 160 hours of paid time off per calendar year, prorated in the year of hire based on the employee’s start date, along with 11 company-observed paid holidays
Growth & Development
- Ongoing training and development programs
- Career advancement opportunities to support professional growth
- Tuition reimbursement for continued education
Recognition & Financial Well-Being
- Employee recognition and rewards program
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options (based on plan selection)
Family Support
- Maternity and paternity leave programs to support growing families
Compensation
- The anticipated salary range for this position is $220,000–$250,000 annually. Actual compensation will be based on relevant experience, qualifications, skills, geographic location, and other job-related factors. This position is eligible for bonus and/or other incentive compensation.
Application Deadline
- QGS anticipates accepting applications through November 1, 2026. This posting may be extended if the position remains unfilled or closed earlier if the position is filled before the anticipated closing date.
