Project Controls Manager

Conductor Power; United States; On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) with employer match

Life, AD&D insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Time Off

Weekly Cell Phone Allowance

Bonus Program

Job summary

Conductor Power is seeking a Project Controls Manager to lead controls activities across solar, substations, and transmission projects. You will manage cost reporting, forecasting, earned value, and dashboards while coordinating with accounting, procurement, and field teams.

The role requires advanced project controls expertise, strong leadership, and the ability to drive accuracy and timely reporting across multiple projects in a fast-paced energy environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Finance, or related field.
• 5+ years in project controls; 2+ years leading project controls personnel.
• Large EPC/self-perform construction and renewable energy experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead project controls activities from startup through closeout with standardized processes.
• Coach and develop Project Controls Engineers and Specialists.
• Oversee cost, forecast, schedule, productivity, earned value, and reporting.
• Coordinate with Accounting and Finance to reconcile project controls data.
• Ensure accuracy and compliance with company standards.

Skills

Project controls

Forecasting

Leadership

Data analysis

Communication

Cost control

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Construction Management/Finance/Business

Tools

NetSuite

Procore

Power BI

Primavera P6

Microsoft Project

Job description

BUILT FROM GRIT. POWERING WHAT’S NEXT.

In 2016, we launched

Brief Description

In 2016, we launched Conductor Power to compete harder, move faster, and step boldly into renewable energy. Today, under second-generation leadership, every member of our team has been intentionally chosen for their skill, dedication, and shared vision. Together, we combine proven high-voltage expertise with forward-focused Solar EPC and electrical services - setting the pace for the next era of utility innovation. And we’re just getting started.

Now, we’re building what’s next.

And we’re looking for you.

Why This Role Matters

At Conductor Power, you won’t just take a job - you’ll help power communities, strengthen infrastructure, and advance America’s renewable energy future.

From substations to solar EPC projects, our work is critical, complex, and built to last.

Why Conductor Power?

Because We’re Not Just Another Contractor

• Safety first, always - every project, every team member, every day
• Trusted high-voltage expertise - delivering precision and reliability
• Leading in Solar EPC & Electrical Services - powering the renewable energy transition
• Intentionally built team - skilled, dedicated, and forward-focused

We combine old-school integrity with next-generation opportunity.

Powering You Forward

• Medical insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Life, AD&D insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off

Extras that Make a Difference:

Weekly Cell Phone Allowance; Eligible for CP's Bonus Program

Our Core Values

• P - Performance & Accountability: We deliver our best in all we do and take responsibility for our actions.
• O - Optimization: We continuously improve our processes, skills, and knowledge.
• W - Wellbeing & Safety: We prioritize the health, safety, and well-being of our clients and team.
• E - Excellence & Quality: We strive for the highest standards and exceptional service.
• R - Relationships: We build strong, lasting connections based on trust and respect.

The Bigger Picture

We’re contributing directly to America’s renewable energy transition - without losing sight of the transmission lines, substations, and infrastructure that keep the lights on. From high-voltage utility construction to large-scale renewable projects, we understand this industry from the ground up. And the next chapter is underway.

Requirements

The Project Controls Manager leads and manages the project controls team supporting utility-scale solar, battery energy storage system, substation, and high-voltage construction projects. This position is responsible for the quality, consistency, and timely completion of project cost reporting, forecasting, earned value analysis, production tracking, change management, risk and opportunity reporting, and Project Performance Reports (PPRs).

The Project Controls Manager supervises the Project Controls Engineers, Project Controls Specialists and Project Controls Administrators. This role works closely with Project Managers, Accounting, Finance, Procurement, Preconstruction and Executive Leadership to ensure project information is accurate, current, and actionable. The Manager serves as the primary escalation point for project controls issues that cannot be resolved at the project level and supports the development of corrective actions and recovery plans.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Directly supervises, coaches, develops, and evaluates Project Controls Engineers and other assigned project controls personnel.
• Provides overall leadership and workload coordination for Project Controls personnel.
• Assigns project controls resources based on workload, project complexity, schedule, and business priorities.
• Supports recruiting, interviewing, onboarding, training, performance management, and succession planning for the Project Controls group.
• Establishes clear performance expectations, reporting deadlines, work standards, and accountability within the department.
• Accountable for accuracy of all Project Controls deliverables and deadlines.

What You'll Do

• Lead project controls activities from project startup through closeout, ensuring standardized processes, reporting, and controls are consistently followed.
• Manage, mentor, and develop Project Controls Engineers while providing technical oversight to Project Controls Specialists and Administrators.
• Oversee project cost, forecast, schedule, productivity, earned value, and performance reporting, including weekly/monthly PPRs, executive dashboards, and portfolio-level reporting.
• Review project forecasts and challenge assumptions using actual costs, commitments, production, labor productivity, schedule status, procurement, change orders, risks, and other performance indicators.
• Ensure budgets, commitments, purchase orders, subcontracts, invoices, accruals, actual costs, forecasts, and cost classifications are accurate and aligned across NetSuite and other company systems.
• Identify and elevate unfavorable cost, schedule, productivity, cash flow, margin, and execution trends; provide leadership with analysis, corrective actions, recovery plans, and what‑if scenarios.
• Facilitate project cost, forecast, and performance reviews with Project Management, Construction, Accounting, Finance, Procurement, and other stakeholders to ensure alignment across cost, schedule, production, and forecast data.
• Oversee project risk and opportunity management, change management, procurement/buyout tracking, and financial exposure, ensuring approved changes and identified risks are accurately reflected in project budgets, forecasts, schedules, and reporting.
• Coordinate with Accounting and Finance to reconcile project controls data with NetSuite and resolve discrepancies related to commitments, actual costs, accruals, invoices, receiving, billing, and cost classifications.
• Develop, maintain, and improve project controls procedures, reporting tools, dashboards, templates, calendars, checklists, and standard work practices, while supporting system integrations, automation, testing, and data‑quality initiatives.
• Conduct periodic reviews of project controls processes and documentation to ensure accuracy, consistency, compliance, audit readiness, and alignment with company standards.
• Support project kickoff, turnover, client billing, recovery planning, lessons learned, and closeout activities while maintaining accurate documentation and confidentiality of company, project, employee, vendor, and client information.
• Comply with all company policies and perform other duties as assigned or deemed appropriate.

What You Bring

• Advanced knowledge of construction project controls, including job cost reporting, forecasting, cost-to-complete/EAC analysis, earned value, productivity, scheduling, risk, change management, commitments, and accruals.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience with ERP, construction management, scheduling, reporting, and business intelligence systems such as NetSuite, Procore, UKG, Power BI, SharePoint, Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, or similar platforms.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with the ability to evaluate complex financial and operational data, identify trends and discrepancies, challenge forecasts, and recommend corrective actions.
• Proven leadership and team‑development skills, with the ability to coach, delegate, manage performance, and oversee multiple projects and competing priorities in a fast‑paced construction environment.
• Excellent communication, organization, and collaboration skills, with the ability to present complex project information to project teams, senior leadership, and executive stakeholders while working effectively across Construction, Project Management, Finance, Accounting, Procurement, Scheduling, and field teams.
• Ability to develop standardized processes, improve reporting efficiency, maintain data accuracy and documentation, exercise sound judgment, and maintain confidentiality of sensitive financial, commercial, payroll, vendor, and employee information.
• Strong attention to detail, accountability, and follow‑through, with the ability to establish and maintain consistent project controls standards across multiple projects.

Education/Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field preferred; 5+ years of progressive project controls or related construction experience and 2+ years leading or supervising project controls personnel required. Large EPC/self‑perform construction experience required; renewable energy, utility‑scale solar, BESS, substations, transmission, or high‑voltage experience preferred. Relevant professional certifications preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Primarily sedentary office work with occasional lifting, carrying, walking, and standing; ability to safely navigate active construction sites, including uneven terrain, stairs, and ladders while wearing required PPE. Valid driver’s license required.

Travel

• Approximately 15–30% travel to project sites and company offices, as required by project assignments and business needs.

Ready to Build What’s Next?

If you’re driven, dependable, and ready to power something bigger than yourself – we want to hear from you.

Summary

Conductor Power provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.