Project Controls Manager

FlatironDragados; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive compensation package

401(k)/RRSP

Medical/Extended Health Care, Dental,

Vision and Wellness benefits

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Job summary

FlatironDragados in Los Angeles is seeking a Project Controls Manager to oversee prime contract management, scheduling, cost control and contract change management for a District or Mega Project.

You will lead and collaborate with experts and teams to drive efficiency and effectiveness, applying your 7+ years of construction project controls experience and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in construction engineering, project management or project controls.
• Experience with complex scheduling and cost control processes.
• Knowledge of construction contracts and change order processes.
• Proven written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of accounting principles, including construction accounting.

Responsibilities

• Reviews and analyzes contract management records to provide technical advice and project control guidance.
• Oversees cost controls reporting and reconciliation for one District or Mega Project, reporting to the Project Controls Director.
• Manages the scheduling process and support for District or Mega Projects, including bid phase, project schedule creation, monthly reporting, and schedule updates.
• Supports integration of company systems to track, monitor, and control costs or schedules, and training on approved systems.
• Monitors KPIs and conducts regular project reviews against job cost reports.
• Coordinates with the Division Claims/Contract Manager on change order and claims processing.
• Manages tracking of unsecured revenue and project contingencies.
• Monitors and controls project cash flow by tracking over/under billing.
• Assists with resource and cost loading to the schedule and final revenue validation at closeout.

Skills

Project controls experience

Scheduling

Contract knowledge

Leadership

Communication

Cost reduction strategies

Delegation

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Job description

Are you a strategic leader with a passion for driving project success? As a Project Controls Manager, you will oversee critical activities that ensure project success, including prime contract management, scheduling, cost control and contract change management. Collaborate with industry experts and committed teams to drive efficiency and effectiveness for one District or Mega Project.

What You Will Be Doing

• Reviews and analyzes contract management records to provide technical advice and project control guidance.
• Oversees cost controls reporting and reconciliation for one District or Mega Project, providing reports to the Project Controls Director for Division-level summaries.
• Manages the scheduling process and support for District or Mega Projects, including bid phase, project schedule creation, monthly reporting, and schedule updates.
• Supports the integration of company systems to track, monitor, and control costs or schedules, ensuring accurate training and utilization of approved systems for project document control and reporting.
• Conducts regular project reviews and monitors job cost reports against key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Coordinates with the Division Claims/Contract Manager to track and monitor change order and claims preparation and resolution.
• Manages tracking activities related to unsecured revenue and project contingencies.
• Monitors and controls project cash flow by tracking over/under billing.
• Assists with resource and cost loading to the schedule, including labor projections, equipment and material projections, and productivity trend reporting to accurately forecast project costs and financial outcomes.
• Assists with project closeout procedures by validating final revenue prior to final bill submission.

What We Are Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field required.
• 7+ years’ experience in construction engineering, project management or project controls required.
• Experience with complex scheduling and cost control processes required.
• Knowledge of construction contract agreements and change order processes required.
• Proven written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of accounting principles, including construction accounting, required.
• Proven leadership and influential skills. Able to effectively work and communicate with all levels of the company.
• Able to identify cost reduction strategies in schedule, quantities or contract specifications that align with project budget and design specification requirements.
• Delegation and communication skills required. Able to develop or refine a company-wide program and clearly communicate expectations and business value to all levels of the business.

Why work for us

Some of the benefits you may be eligible for as an employee are:

• Comprehensive compensation package and paid time off program
• Industry leading 401(k)/RRSP
• Medical/Extended Health Care, Dental, Vision and/or Provincial Medical
• Wellness benefits & Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program

We are an EEO/ADA/Veterans employer.

Salary Min

USD $150,000.00/Yr.

Salary Max

USD $170,000.00/Yr.