Program Controls Manager

Kitchell; San Diego (CA); In loco; USD 190.000 - 215.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Kitchell seeks an experienced Program Manager to join our Southern California region in San Diego and build a long-term career at a leading Construction Services company. You will collaborate with internal and external clients to deliver intelligent solutions and ensure quality program delivery.

The role demands deep knowledge of cost and schedule management, senior leadership involvement, and the ability to guide PM teams through complex projects with a focus on measurable outcomes.

Competenze

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or related discipline highly desired.
• 15+ years in the construction and/or design industry.
• Strong cost and schedule management expertise.
• Proficient with MS Office 365 and the full Microsoft Suite; advanced Excel, Power BI, and Power Pivot preferred.
• Ability to work independently and proactively with others.

Mansioni

• Develop and implement project controls processes to achieve program goals (budget, schedule, change, document controls, quality).
• Serve as a member of the Program Leadership team and support milestones.
• Provide technical resources and guidance to the PM team for cost and schedule tasks.
• Produce metrics for monitoring performance for owners, program, and construction teams.
• Manage program and project schedules with a Scheduler, defining milestones and constraints.
• Lead program reporting for monthly owner meetings and invoicing.
• Collaborate across teams to ensure efficient execution of all Project Controls disciplines.

Conoscenze

Cost & schedule mgmt

Stakeholder mgmt

Independent worker

Excellent communication

Formazione

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering/Architecture/Construction Management

Strumenti

MS Office 365

Excel

Power BI

Power Pivot

Descrizione del lavoro

Brief Description

Kitchell is seeking an experienced and dedicated

Brief Description

Kitchell is seeking an experienced and dedicated Program Manager to join our Southern California region in San Diego and build a long-term career at one of the most innovative and growth-oriented Construction Services companies in the United States.

Overview

Work collaboratively with internal and external clients to deliver intelligent solutions to ensure quality program delivery.

Investigate current processes and understanding needs/requirements and then creating customized streamlined solutions at any/all levels of complexity. Manage stakeholders' expectations as well as any other Project Controls disciplines including scheduling and cost controls.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Develop and implement project controls processes to achieve program goals and objectives; including but not limited to, budget management, schedule management, change management, document controls, quality management and field processes
• Serve as a member of the Program Leadership team
• Support the Program Management team with technical resources and guidance to achieve program milestones
• Support the Project Management teams for each individual project the technical resources to complete project management tasks associated with cost and schedule management
• Produce metrics for monitoring performance as needed by the owner, Program team and Construction team
• Manage program schedules and project schedules, with the support of a Project Scheduler, identifying appropriate project phasing, milestones, and constraints for various projects
• Monitor and actively participate on project and program issues related to cost and schedule
• Monitor and perform Time and Risk analysis on Program projects
• Collaborate with the project teams to identify constraints and mitigation strategies to achieve contract requirements
• Perform needed QA on program schedules to conform with program and construction project goals
• With the support of a Project Scheduler, perform status updates on Program and Project Master Schedules
• Lead Program reporting needs for the monthly report and owner meeting presentations
• Manage Program invoicing and subconsultant contracts
• Proactive and competent in relaying information and instructing users on how best to interact with new and updated processes or software for which they are unfamiliar
• Manage projects to ensure all Project Controls disciplines involved in the project are efficient and executed with an exceptional level of accuracy, timeliness, and cost effectiveness
• Direct, lead, and be accountable for all Project Controls needs on a project/program
• Create customized solutions for a varied range of issues using all tools available and independently researching additional solutions when needed
• Monitor the use of the final product and confirm relevancy to the current needs and pivot the approach if utilization is lower than expected
• Confer with the KCEM Project Controls team on lessons learned and new ways to improve our methods and methodologies
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or related discipline highly desired
• 15 or more years in the Construction and/or Design Industry is required

Knowledge And Skills

• Strong understanding of cost and schedule management
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office 365, and full Microsoft Suite are required
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Power BI, Power Pivot are preferred
• Ability to work independently and proactively with others is required
• Excellent verbal, written and facilitation skills; including the ability to influence, negotiate and explain complex processes to clients and staff is required

License and Certifications

• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable motor vehicle record, free from suspensions or restrictions, is required
• DBIA Associate certification preferred

Travel Requirement

This position is in person and performed on site at the project location in Grater San Diego, CA.

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently inspects the project and may be exposed to ongoing construction and various weather conditions, while wearing personal protective equipment. The noise level in the work environment may range from moderate to loud. The worker is subject to both environmental conditions due to work activities occurring both inside and outside.

Physical Requirements

This position primarily operates in a professional office environment. The role requires remaining in a stationary position and working at a computer for extended periods, as well as occasionally moving throughout the workplace to attend meetings, access files, and use office equipment. The employee must be able to communicate and exchange information effectively with colleagues, customers, and other stakeholders. The essential functions of this position must be performed with or without reasonable accommodation.

Summary

ABOUT OUR COMPANY

Founded in 1950, Kitchell began as a commercial contracting business and over the years developed new talents and enterprises, acquiring complementary businesses and expertise to remain competitive. Today, Kitchell Corporation serves as the holding entity for several companies that are integral to Kitchell's core business, as well as those that operate independently. We provide a wide range of services within the built environment, including general contracting, construction management, development, facilities management, engineering, architecture, and myriad other services. Our employees manage projects from our main offices located in Arizona, California, and Texas. We offer an entrepreneurial environment that fosters personal and professional growth through in-house education programs, formal and informal mentoring, and cross-training opportunities. At Kitchell, we prioritize internal growth and building careers from within. We consistently rank among the top places to work, thanks to our tenured staff and outstanding benefits that are designed to enrich our employees’ physical, mental, emotional, and financial well-being. These benefits include company performance bonuses, discretionary stock options, incentive bonuses, health, and life insurance, health savings accounts (HSA) with wellness incentives, flexible spending accounts (FSA), 401(k) plans with a 4% company match, tuition reimbursement, weight loss programs, discounted auto insurance, identity theft protection, rewards programs, and much more.

Kitchell is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

The annual base salary range for this role is currently $190,000 - $215,000. The Company's salary ranges are determined by role, level, location, and alignment with market data. Individual pay is determined through interviews and an assessment of various factors, including job-related skills, relevant education and experience, abilities of the applicant and equity with other team members. The annual base salary range listed here is subject to change at any time, in the Company's discretion, and does not alter in any way the at-will nature of the employment relationship.