Hybrid Project Controls Manager - Cost & Forecasting Leader

Johnson Service Group, Inc.; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); Hybrid; USD 83,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short-term disability

401(k)

Job summary

Johnson Service Group, Inc. is seeking a Project Controls Manager to lead critical cost management efforts in the Philadelphia area.

This hybrid role centers on setting up projects, monitoring budgets, forecasting costs, and ensuring cash flow accuracy while maintaining vendor and contract compliance. The position emphasizes collaboration with clients and internal teams to drive project success, efficient closeouts, and solid financial oversight.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in project controls or cost management.
• Experience with budgets, forecasts, and cash flow.
• Understanding of project setup, change orders, and invoice processing.
• Experience with vendor contracts and purchase orders.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work onsite 3-4 days per week with at least 50% onsite after onboarding.
• Nice to have: scheduling experience.
• Scheduling experience and familiarity with project management software.
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, or related field.
• 5+ years of relevant experience in project controls or cost management roles.

Responsibilities

• Oversee project setup and cost control.
• Monitor and forecast costs; manage cash flow and spend projections.
• Ensure vendor and contract compliance.
• Drive efficient project closeouts and maintain financial oversight.

Skills

Budget management

Forecasting

Cash flow management

Project setup

Change order review

Invoice processing

Vendor contracts

Purchase orders

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Onsite work flexibility

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Project management software

Job description

Johnson Service Group, Inc. is seeking a Project Controls Manager to lead critical cost management efforts in the Philadelphia area.

This hybrid role centers on setting up projects, monitoring budgets, forecasting costs, and ensuring cash flow accuracy while maintaining vendor and contract compliance. The position emphasizes collaboration with clients and internal teams to drive project success, efficient closeouts, and solid financial oversight.