Construction Project Controls Manager - Cost Control & Planning

EPI Power; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Comprehensive Benefits

401K Company Match

Tuition Reimbursement

Parental Leave

Job summary

EPI Power is seeking a Project Controls Manager - Cost Control & Planning to actively manage project risk and monitor cost, progress, scheduling, and quality. The candidate should be open to relocating for future project needs and able to work six days a week, Monday through Saturday.

The role requires overseeing scheduling, cost reporting, and contract alignment while collaborating closely with project teams and leadership to drive successful project delivery.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in construction project management, scheduling, or cost controls.
• LEAN principles experience is a plus
• Bachelor's degree in a related field required; equivalent education/experience may be considered.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities

Responsibilities

• Manage and monitor project scheduling, quality control, and reporting requirements
• Create, monitor, and manage project financials and cost reporting
• Ensure project schedule is updated weekly; identify and address long lead items with project leadership
• Review schedule updates and cost projections with project teams
• Understand contract terms to ensure work in progress is within scope; coordinate with project team members
• Collaborate to implement and monitor project quality control programs
• Assess workflows to maximize utilization and initiate process improvements
• Attend and lead regular project meetings
• Assist with preconstruction tasks (e.g., preliminary schedule)
• Partner with project team to achieve project goals
• Maintain positive working relationships across construction teams
• Identify value engineering and scope reduction opportunities within delegated authority

Skills

Project management

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Communication skills

Organized

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Equivalent education/experience considered

Tools

Bluebeam

Procore

Microsoft Office

Job description

EPI Power is hiring a Project Controls Manager - Cost Control & Planning to join our growing team. This role will be responsible for actively managing project risk while collaborating with project teams. The Project Controls Manager closely monitors project cost, progress, scheduling, and quality including scopes of work and forecast completion. The ideal candidate is open to relocating for future project needs.

This role requires the ability to work 6 days per week, Monday – Saturday.

EPI Power, LLC (“EPI”) is a licensed electrical contractor and subsidiary of The Weitz Company that specializes in data centers. Our mission is to safely deliver industry-leading electrical construction solutions on a fast-track basis. We believe our employees to be our most valuable asset, and we are committed to growing a diverse and inclusive culture that inspires, motivates, and continuously improves.

What You’ll Do:

• Manage and monitor compliance with project scheduling, quality control, and reporting requirements
• Create, monitor, and manage project financials and cost reporting
• Ensure project schedule is updated weekly; identify and address long lead items; discuss with project leadership as needed
• Review schedule updates and status, cost updates, and cost projections with project teams
• Understand contract terms and obligations to ensure work in progress is within scope; coordinate and communicate with applicable project team members
• Collaborate with project team to implement and monitor compliance of the project quality control plan and related programs
• Assess and monitor established workflows and/or systems to ensure maximum utilization across platforms; identify and initiate process enhancements
• Attend and lead regular project meetings
• Assist with preconstruction efforts (i.e. create preliminary schedule, detect constructability issues)
• Partner with project team to implement and execute project goals
• Foster and maintain positive working relationships with all personnel involved in the construction process
• Identify and approve value engineering and scope reduction opportunities within delegated authority

What We're Looking For:

• Experience:
  • 7+ years of experience in construction project management, project scheduling, or cost controls
  • LEAN principles experience is a plus
  • An industry related bachelor's degree is required. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Skills:
  • Project management and analytical skills
  • Strong problem solving and decision-making skills
  • Desire to work in a collaborative, supportive, team environment
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Organized and a high attention to detail
  • Strong relationship building skills
• Technology:
  • Proficient in basic computer software including Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook
  • Experience with industry-related software such as Bluebeam and Procore
  • Ability to learn specific job-related software upon hire

What We Offer:

• Competitive Pay
• Comprehensive Benefits Package with Tax-Advantaged HSA and FSA offerings
• Employer-Paid Short- and Long-Term Disability Programs
• Employer-Paid Life Insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off Provisions
• 401K Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Fully Paid Parental Leave
• Voluntary Products Including: Critical Illness Insurance and Accident Insurance
• Corporate Wellness Program with Wellness Time Off and Rewards

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position at this time.

The Weitz Company, LLC (and its U.S.-based subsidiaries and affiliates) recognizes the value of and is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and follow applicable affirmative action guidelines and policies. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment (including minorities, females, veterans, and individuals with disabilities, regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected categories in accordance with applicable state and federal laws). The Company is a drug and alcohol-free workplace and background checks are required if applicable.