Mgr - Project Controls

DPR Construction; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 134,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

DPR Construction is seeking a seasoned Project Controls Manager in Palo Alto, CA to lead planning, scheduling, cost control, and change management across multiple projects.

You will implement project controls methodologies, develop budgets and forecasts, monitor performance metrics, and deliver Monthly Status Reports to executives and clients. Eight to ten years in project controls in construction plus CCP/PSP certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversees setup and implementation of project controls processes, tools, and reports on assigned projects by developing a Project Controls Plan.
• Develops and manages project budgets, forecasts, schedules, progress measurement, cost databases, benchmarking tools, and risk analyses.
• Monitors performance metrics and variance analyses, providing insight to project and client stakeholders.
• Leads development and presentation of Monthly Status Reports (MSRs) and performance reviews.
• Coordinates data aggregation and reporting across multiple systems to provide consolidated project views.
• Manages project Controls Specialists and project team members on DPR standards and best practices.
• Partners with scheduling, estimating, accounting and finance to ensure cost, invoicing and schedule alignment throughout project execution, and collaborates with project executives and owners to support consistent performance reporting and risk assessment on assigned projects.

Job description

Job Description At DPR, roles and responsibilities are more than describing a job title—they are a commitment to building great things together. The job description(s) below defines core responsibilities and the scope of the role and is a starting point. Every employee is expected to lead from where they are, take ownership of outcomes, and always act in the best interest of the team, customer, project and organization. As a purpose‑driven organization on a journey to be most admired, we rely on trust, shared leadership, open communication, disciplined action and a deep respect for the individual to drive exceptional performance. Success is not just about what we build, but who we build and how we build it: with integrity, enjoyment, uniqueness and an ever‑forward mindset.

Job Summary

Manages project controls disciplines on multiple projects or large single projects, overseeing planning, scheduling, cost control, and change management. Implements DPR’s project controls methodologies and advises project teams on cost and schedule performance. Supports project executives and project managers with timely and accurate data to inform decision‑making.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversees setup and implementation of project controls processes, tools, and reports on assigned projects by developing a Project Controls Plan.
• Develops and manages project budgets, forecasts, schedules, progress measurement, cost databases, benchmarking tools, and risk analyses.
• Monitors performance metrics and variance analyses, providing insight to project and client stakeholders.
• Leads development and presentation of Monthly Status Reports (MSRs) and performance reviews.
• Coordinates data aggregation and reporting across multiple systems to provide consolidated project views.
• Manages project Controls Specialists and project team members on DPR standards and best practices.
• Partners with scheduling, estimating, accounting and finance to ensure cost, invoicing and schedule alignment throughout project execution, and collaborates with project executives and owners to support consistent performance reporting and risk assessment on assigned projects.

Education Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience required.

Work Experience

8–10 years of experience in project controls, cost management, or scheduling in the construction industry required.

Certifications and Licenses

• Certified Cost Professional (CCP), Planning and Scheduling Professional (PSP), or equivalent preferred.

Anticipated starting pay range

$134,000.00- $180,000.00

Benefits

Nothing is more important than your health and wellness. DPR offers a variety of medical, dental, vision and wellness benefits to keep you healthy.

About DPR

DPR Construction is a forward‑thinking, self‑performing general contractor specializing in technically complex and sustainable projects for the advanced technology, life sciences, healthcare, higher education and commercial markets. Founded in 1990, DPR is a great story of entrepreneurial success as a private, employee‑owned company that has grown into a multi‑billion‑dollar family of companies with offices around the world. Working at DPR, you'll have the chance to try new things, explore unique paths and shape your future. Here, we build opportunity together—by harnessing our talents, enabling curiosity and pursuing our collective ambition to make the best ideas happen. We are proud to be recognized as a great place to work by our talented teammates and leading news organizations like U.S. News and World Report, Forbes, Fast Company and Newsweek. The DPR family of companies is closing the gap between design and construction with an integrated collection of products and services to build smarter, move faster and achieve strong results. Our approximately 11,000 employees share a commitment to growth, innovation and building great things—great teams, great careers and great projects that change the world.

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