Project Controls Manager (34734)

CEC Companies; Haskell (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

CEC Companies is seeking a Project Controls Manager to oversee project controls within a construction setting. You will develop and implement control processes, monitor performance, and report metrics to stakeholders for continuous improvement.

The role requires 8+ years in project controls or related fields, with strong skills in scheduling, analytics, and cross-functional collaboration. This position is based in Haskell, TX and involves field and office work.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Construction Management, Business, or related field (master’s preferred).
• 8+ years in project controls, project management, or related role within construction/engineering.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement project control strategies and best practices to ensure effective planning, monitoring, and execution.
• Define KPIs and metrics to measure progress, cost, schedule adherence, and overall performance.

Skills

Project management methodologies

Project control software

Analytical/data interpretation

Communication/leadership/teamwork

Time management

PMP/CCP certification

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering/Construction Management/Business

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Primavera P6

Microsoft Project

Other project controls tools

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Haskell - Haskell, TX 79521, Position Type: Full Time, Travel Percentage: Road Warrior, Job Category: Operations, Position Summary

The Project Controls Manager is responsible for overseeing and managing the project controls functions within a construction project environment. This role involves developing, implementing, and maintaining effective project control processes, systems, and strategies to ensure projects are completed within scope, budget, and schedule. The Project Controls Manager collaborates with cross-functional teams, stakeholders, and management to monitor, analyze, and report project performance, making data-driven recommendations for improvements.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Project Control Strategy:

• Develop and implement project control strategies, methodologies, and best practices to ensure effective project planning, monitoring, and execution.
• Define key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to measure project progress, cost, schedule adherence, and overall performance.

Schedule Management:

• Develop project schedules, including critical path analysis and resource allocation.
• Monitor project schedule performance, identify schedule risks, delays, and opportunities for acceleration, and propose mitigation strategies.

Data Analysis and Reporting:

• Gather and analyze project data to generate performance reports, dashboards, and insights.
• Present project performance metrics and trends to stakeholders and management.

Communication and Collaboration:

• Foster effective communication between project teams, stakeholders, and management regarding project controls and performance.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, planners, and other relevant stakeholders to ensure alignment of project control efforts.

Quality Assurance:

• Ensure project control processes and documentation comply with industry standards and organizational policies.
• Implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance project control processes and outcomes.

Training and Development:

• Provide guidance, training, and mentoring to project control team members.
• Stay updated on industry trends, technologies, and best practices related to project controls.

Software and Tools:

• Utilize project management and control software/tools to support project control activities, data analysis, and reporting.

Other Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs other related duties as assigned to ensure efficient and effective processes, completion of projects and smooth operation of department.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Construction Management, Business, or a related field (master’s preferred).
• Proven experience (8+ years) in project controls, project management, or a related role within the construction or engineering industry.

Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

• Strong understanding of project management methodologies, techniques, and tools.
• Proficiency in project control software, such as Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, or similar tools.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and data interpretation skills.
• Effective communication, leadership, and teamwork abilities.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Professional certifications like PMP, CCP, or similar are a plus.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This job may work inside or outside with possible exposure to extreme hot or cold temperatures and weather elements in restricted or confined spaces, and on slippery or uneven surfaces. This job may have exposure to working on ladders, scaffolds, aerial lifts, catwalks, and other exposures typical of heavy construction. This job also operates in an office setting. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and filing cabinets.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Must be able to traverse and inspect all areas of jobsite in all types of weather; this may include walking, climbing reaching, bending crawling, standing, or stretching. The employee must be able to regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, lift and /or move up to 50 pounds. Move about on the feet regulari... required;).

CEC Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity in our workforce. It is our policy to attract and retain the best-qualified people available, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, status as a military veteran, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law. Diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.