Project Control Manager

RK&K; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurances

401(k) matching

Paid holidays

Job summary

A construction management firm in Washington, DC is seeking a Project Controls Manager to lead multiple project support efforts in transportation infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of project controls experience, including 3 in leadership. Responsibilities include developing project controls plans, managing budgets, and providing updates to stakeholders. The firm offers paid time off and comprehensive insurance benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in Project Controls for transportation infrastructure.
• At least 3 years of leadership experience.
• Strong understanding of project management.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain project controls plans and procedures.
• Manage budgets, track costs, and prepare forecasts.
• Provide timely progress updates and risk registers.

Skills

Project Controls

Leadership

Communication Skills

Analytical Skills

Tools

Primavera P6

Power BI

Job description

RK&K's Project Controls and Construction Management Division is hiring a Project Controls Manager to lead and manage multiple project support efforts in transportation infrastructure development and construction. Assignments include various mega-projects, which may be supported on a part- or full-time basis.

Essential Functions

• Develop and maintain project controls plans and procedures for large programs.
• Draft and improve project management processes
• Serve as the management and administrative lead for Consultant staff resourcing.
• Coordinate and lead Subject Matter Experts (SME) to support project controls functions including:
• Scheduling: Implement and maintain cost-loaded master program schedules, typically prepared in Primavera P6.
• Cost Management: Manage budgets, track costs, prepare financial forecasts, and develop cost management strategies.
• Risk Management: Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and opportunities.
• Reporting: Provide accurate and timely progress updates, cost reports, and risk registers to stakeholders.
• Oversee cost controls, change management, risk management, earned value, and scheduling efforts.
• Work with project managers, estimators, finance, designers, and engineers to achieve project objectives.
• Coordinate activities and inputs with engineering, construction, and procurement teams.
• Review and audit cost, progress, and schedule reports.
• Establish milestones, develop dashboards, and monitor progress, implementing corrective actions as needed.
• Monitor contract task schedule and budgets.

Required Experience and Skills

• Minimum ten (10) years of relevant experience in Project Controls for transportation infrastructure development and construction.
• Minimum (3) years of leadership experience.
• Strong understanding of project controls and project management.
• Analytical and strategic with a hands‑on leadership style.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated knowledge of public policy and business practices related to transportation issues.
• Ability to manage, coordinate, and oversee multiple project support efforts.

Preferred Experience and Skills

• Relevant software expertise (Primavera P6, HeavyBid, TILOS, etc.).
• Power BI Experience/Knowledge.

Other Duties

This job description indicates the general nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities, and other essential functions (as covered under ADA). It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities and duties required by the employee. Other duties are assigned as required.

What We Offer

• Paid time off.
• Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurances.
• Matching 401(k) plan.
• Paid holidays.