Project Controls Manager

Techno; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 96,432 - 137,760; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)-retirement savings plan with employer match

Health, dental, life, and vision insurance

Flexible paid time off

Professional growth opportunities

Potential profit-sharing opportunities

Job summary

Techno is seeking a Project Controls Manager to oversee project controls for major transportation infrastructure in New Jersey. This role involves managing project controls systems across large-scale capital initiatives, ensuring accurate reporting and coordination with multiple stakeholders.

The ideal candidate has at least 10 years of experience in project controls, PMIS administration, and a strong background in managing infrastructure projects. Benefits include a 401(k) plan, health insurance, and professional growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in project controls or related management.
• Strong experience with large-scale infrastructure projects.
• Familiarity with PMIS platforms and project controls tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead project controls activities across infrastructure projects.
• Oversee PMIS and project controls workflows.
• Coordinate with various stakeholders to ensure accurate reporting.
• Monitor project performance metrics and develop reports.

Skills

Project controls expertise

Leadership capabilities

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Cost management

Scheduling

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

Primavera P6

e-Builder

Procore

Power BI

Job description

Techno is expanding its Program Controls team and is looking for an experienced Project Controls Manager to support a major transportation infrastructure program in New Jersey. This role will focus on overseeing project controls systems, reporting processes, scheduling coordination, cost tracking, and PMIS administration across large‑scale capital improvement initiatives.

The ideal candidate brings a strong combination of technical project controls expertise, leadership capabilities, and experience working within complex multi‑stakeholder infrastructure environments. This position will play a key role in supporting program delivery, improving reporting visibility, and maintaining consistency across project controls operations.

What You’ll Do

• Lead project controls activities across major infrastructure and transportation projects from planning through construction delivery.
• Oversee PMIS and project controls workflows related to scheduling, cost management, reporting, forecasting, and document integration.
• Support implementation, administration, and continuous improvement of project controls systems and reporting tools.
• Coordinate with project managers, engineering teams, consultants, contractors, and client stakeholders to ensure accurate and timely project reporting.
• Monitor project performance metrics including budget status, schedule progress, risk items, forecasting, and resource tracking.
• Develop and maintain dashboards, executive reports, presentations, and program‑level controls documentation.
• Review project schedules and cost reports to identify trends, delays, risks, and potential impacts to program delivery.
• Ensure consistency in project controls procedures, standards, and data management practices across multiple active projects.
• Support leadership with program reporting, controls strategy, and operational planning initiatives.
• Provide mentorship and coordination support to junior project controls and PMIS staff as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, Business, or related field preferred.
• 10+ years of experience in project controls, PMIS administration, program controls, or construction controls management.
• Strong experience supporting large‑scale transportation, tunnel, transit, rail, or public infrastructure programs preferred.
• Familiarity with PMIS platforms and project controls tools such as Primavera P6, e‑Builder, Procore, Oracle, Unifier, Power BI, or similar systems.
• Strong understanding of scheduling, cost controls, forecasting, reporting, and capital program management processes.
• Experience working within public‑sector or agency‑driven infrastructure environments highly preferred.
• Excellent communication, coordination, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in fast‑paced, highly visible project environments.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and reporting tools.

The expected salary range for this role in the New Jersey area is $70 - $100 per hour. Total compensation, including salary and bonuses, is determined during the interview process.

Benefits

• 401(k)-retirement savings plan with employer match
• Health, dental, life, and vision insurance
• Flexible paid time off
• Professional growth opportunities
• Potential profit‑sharing opportunities

Techno ensures that all applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.