Project Controls Manager

Integra; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Comprehensive healthcare

Life and disability insurance

Flexible benefits

Generous paid time off

Education assistance

Job summary

Integra, a data center solutions provider, seeks a Project Controls Manager in Houston to establish and maintain project controls, including cost, scheduling, risk, and performance reporting.

You will lead planning, budgeting, risk management, and reporting, mentor staff, and collaborate with engineering, procurement, and finance to deliver projects on time and within budget.

Qualifications

• 8–12+ years of experience in project controls, project management, or related discipline.
• Experience managing large-scale capital projects (construction, infrastructure, energy, or manufacturing).
• Demonstrated leadership experience managing teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and monitor integrated project schedules using Primavera P6 or MS Project.
• Develop project budgets and cost forecasts and monitor expenditures and cost performance.
• Identify, assess, and track project risks and opportunities; support change control and claims analysis as needed.
• Prepare regular project reports, dashboards, and KPIs for leadership and stakeholders; analyze performance trends for corrective action.
• Establish and standardize project controls procedures, tools, and best practices; lead system improvements.

Skills

Scheduling tools

Cost control

Earned Value

Data analysis

Stakeholder management

Communication

Attention to detail

Leadership

Influence decisions

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/ Construction Management/ Finance

Master’s degree

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

Job description

The Opportunity

Project Controls Manager is responsible for establishing, implementing, and maintaining project controls systems and processes to ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget. This role oversees cost management, scheduling, risk management, and performance reporting while supporting project teams with data-driven insights for decision-making.

The Project Controls Manager is responsible for establishing, implementing, and maintaining project controls systems and processes to ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget. This role oversees cost management, scheduling, risk management, and performance reporting while supporting project teams with data-driven insights for decision-making.

Location: Houston, TX

Department: DEPADM

What you will do?

Project Planning & Scheduling

• Develop, maintain, and monitor integrated project schedules using tools such as Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project
• Ensure alignment of schedule milestones with project deliverables and contractual requirements
• Perform schedule analysis, including critical path identification and delay impact assessments

Cost Management & Budget Control

• Develop project budgets and cost forecasts
• Monitor project expenditures, commitments, and cost performance
• Conduct variance analysis and provide actionable recommendations to mitigate cost overruns
• Ensure proper cost coding and adherence to financial controls

Risk & Change Management

• Identify, assess, and track project risks and opportunities
• Maintain a risk register and support mitigation planning
• Manage change control processes, including tracking change orders and impacts to cost and schedule
• Support claims analysis and documentation when needed

Performance Monitoring & Reporting

• Implement Earned Value Management (EVM) practices where applicable
• Prepare regular project reports, dashboards, and KPIs for leadership and stakeholders
• Analyze project performance trends and provide insights for corrective action
• Ensure data integrity within project control systems

Systems & Process Improvement

• Establish and standardize project controls procedures, tools, and best practices
• Lead implementation and optimization of project controls systems
• Ensure compliance with company policies, contractual obligations, and industry standards

Team Leadership & Collaboration

• Lead and mentor project controls staff (planners, schedulers, cost analysts)
• Collaborate with project managers, engineering, procurement, and finance teams
• Provide training and guidance on project controls methodologies

Required Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Finance, Business Administration, or related field
• Master’s degree (preferred but not required)

Experience

• 8–12+ years of experience in project controls, project management, or related discipline
• Experience managing large-scale capital projects (e.g., construction, infrastructure, energy, or manufacturing)
• Demonstrated leadership experience managing teams

Certifications (Preferred)

• PMP (Project Management Professional)
• CCP (Certified Cost Professional)
• PSP (Planning & Scheduling Professional)

Skills & Competencies

• Strong expertise in scheduling tools (Primavera P6, MS Project)
• Proficiency in cost control systems and financial analysis
• Knowledge of Earned Value Management (EVM)
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities
• High attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to influence decision-making at senior levels

How We Support You

We believe your best work happens when you feel supported - professionally, personally, and financially. That’s why we offer a range of benefits designed to help you thrive, stay healthy, and plan for the future.

• Performance-driven rewards – Competitive pay with incentive opportunities that recognize your results and contributions.
• Comprehensive healthcare – Medical, dental, and vision coverage that supports you and your family’s total well-being.
• Security and peace of mind – Life and disability insurance programs that provide protection when it matters most.
• Flexible benefits options – A variety of voluntary benefits so you can personalize coverage to fit your needs.
• Time to recharge – Generous paid time off to relax, travel, and maintain a healthy work-life balance.
• Investing in your growth – Education assistance and tuition support to help you build skills and advance your career.
• Planning for the future – Retirement and savings programs that help you achieve long-term financial confidence.

Come build with us

At Integra, we’re driven by a vision to transform the data center industry. We specialize in delivering optimized turnkey solutions that bring together speed, quality, and reliability - helping our clients build and operate the mission-critical infrastructure that powers today’s digital world. Integra is a vertically integrated company - owning and managing every phase of the process from site selection and design to manufacturing, procurement, commissioning, and warranty. This approach allows us to move faster, solve challenges more efficiently, and deliver exceptional outcomes for our partners.

What truly sets Integra apart is our people. We are a team of problem-solvers, engineers, builders, and operators who thrive on tackling complex challenges and delivering results. Our culture values collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement - because in a rapidly evolving digital landscape, excellence and adaptability matter.

Joining Integra means being part of a company that is shaping the future of data center infrastructure. If you’re passionate about innovation, impact, and building systems the world depends on, you’ll find the opportunity to grow and make a difference here.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Integra provides equal employment opportunities for all people. No employee or applicant for employment will be discriminated against because of race, creed, origin, marital status, sexual orientation, age, otherwise qualified disabled or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. If you are a qualified applicant who requires reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact [e-mail]