Project Control Manager

D'Leon Consulting Engineers; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

D'Leon Consulting Engineers in Los Angeles, CA seeks a Project Controls Manager to lead scheduling, cost management, budgeting, forecasting, risk management, and performance reporting for major projects.

The role collaborates with project managers, engineers, construction managers, contractors, and LA Metro stakeholders to monitor performance, manage baselines, and implement robust project controls strategies including EVM and KPI tracking.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 10+ years in project controls, scheduling, cost management, or construction project management.
• Minimum of 5 years supporting large-scale transportation, rail, transit, or heavy civil infrastructure projects.
• Demonstrated experience managing project controls functions on complex, multimillion-dollar capital programs.
• Strong knowledge of scheduling, cost control, budgeting, forecasting, risk management, and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage project controls activities, including cost control, scheduling, budgeting, forecasting, change management, and reporting.
• Develop, maintain, and monitor integrated master schedules using Primavera P6, ensuring alignment with milestones and contractual requirements.
• Oversee project budgets, cost estimates, expenditure tracking, cash flow projections, and cost-to-complete forecasts.
• Monitor progress against baselines, identify delays, variances, and risks; implement corrective actions.
• Prepare and present project controls reports, dashboards, and executive updates to leadership and LA Metro stakeholders.
• Participate in schedule reviews, critical path analysis, and recovery planning to support delivery.
• Evaluate contractor schedules, progress updates, changes, and cost/schedule impacts.
• Support change management processes and maintain change logs and documentation.
• Establish and maintain project controls procedures, reporting standards, and KPIs.
• Coordinate with project managers and contractors to ensure accurate data and timely reporting.
• Develop risk registers, track mitigation strategies, and provide recommendations to minimize impacts.
• Support earned value management (EVM) and KPI tracking.
• Review project documentation to ensure compliance with LA Metro requirements.
• Mentor and guide project controls staff including schedulers and cost engineers.

Skills

Project scheduling

Cost control

Budgeting

Forecasting

Risk management

Reporting & dashboards

Team mentoring

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Construction Management/Business Administration

Tools

Primavera P6

Microsoft Excel

Job description

D'Leon Consulting Engineers is seeking a Project Controls Manager in Los Angeles, CA

The Project Controls Manager will oversee project scheduling, cost management, budgeting, forecasting, risk management, and performance reporting to ensure successful project delivery. This individual will work closely with project managers, engineers, construction managers, contractors, and agency stakeholders to monitor project performance, identify potential risks, and implement effective project controls strategies.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage project controls activities, including cost control, scheduling, budgeting, forecasting, change management, and project performance reporting.


• Develop, maintain, and monitor integrated master schedules using Primavera P6, ensuring alignment with project milestones, deliverables, and contractual requirements.


• Oversee project budgets, cost estimates, expenditure tracking, cash flow projections, and cost-to-complete forecasts.


• Monitor project progress against established baselines and identify schedule delays, cost variances, and potential project risks.


• Prepare and present project controls reports, dashboards, and executive-level updates to project leadership and LA Metro stakeholders.


• Conduct schedule reviews, critical path analysis, schedule impact assessments, and recovery planning to support project delivery.


• Evaluate contractor schedules, progress updates, change orders, and associated cost and schedule impacts.


• Support change management processes, including reviewing proposed changes, evaluating impacts, and maintaining change logs and documentation.


• Establish and maintain project controls procedures, reporting standards, and performance measurement systems.


• Coordinate with project managers, construction managers, engineers, and contractors to ensure accurate project data and timely reporting.


• Develop and maintain risk registers, track mitigation strategies, and provide recommendations to minimize impacts to project budgets and schedules.


• Support earned value management (EVM), trend analysis, and key performance indicator (KPI) tracking.


• Review project documentation, contracts, and project controls deliverables to ensure compliance with LA Metro requirements and established project procedures.


• Participate in project meetings and provide recommendations to address schedule, budget, and performance concerns.


• Mentor and provide technical guidance to project controls staff, including schedulers, cost engineers, and project controls analysts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration, or a related field.


• Minimum of 10 years of experience in project controls, scheduling, cost management, or construction project management.


• Minimum of 5 years of experience supporting large-scale transportation, rail, transit, or heavy civil infrastructure projects.


• Demonstrated experience managing project controls functions on complex, multimillion-dollar capital improvement programs.


• Strong knowledge of project scheduling, cost control, budgeting, forecasting, change management, and risk management.


• Advanced proficiency in Primavera P6 and Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.


• Experience reviewing contractor schedules, analyzing cost and schedule variances, and preparing executive-level project reports.


• Strong understanding of construction project delivery methods, contract administration, and project controls best practices.


• Excellent communication, analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.


• Ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams, contractors, consultants, and public agency representatives.