Project Controls Manager - Major Projects

Miller Electric Company; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and Dental benefits

401k retirement with company matching

Paid Vacation & Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Job summary

Miller Electric Company is looking for a skilled Project Controls Manager for Data Center construction projects in Charlotte, North Carolina. The role requires overseeing cost control, scheduling, forecasting, and compliance on multiple projects.

The ideal candidate will possess at least 5 years of experience, a Bachelor's degree in a related field, and strong leadership abilities. Benefits include medical coverage, retirement plans, and vacation time.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of Construction Project Controls experience on large commercial projects.
• Demonstrated ability to establish effective relationships with customers, GCs, owners, and office personnel.
• Excellent math skills, effective scheduling, and delegation abilities.

Responsibilities

• Own the Project Controls Scope of multiple new Data Center construction sites.
• Lead action-oriented weekly and monthly meetings with team members.
• Evaluate and incorporate lessons learned from all sites.

Skills

Communication

Organizational Skills

Leadership

Conflict Resolution

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Tools

Primavera P6

Microsoft Suite

COINs

ConEst

Job description

Job Summary

Data Center Construction- Project Controls Manager

Miller Electric is seeking a Project Controls Manager to oversee project teams responsible for cost control, forecasting, change management, scheduling, reporting, and earned value management for various data center construction projects.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Essential Job Functions

• Own the Project Controls Scope of multiple new Data Center construction sites
• Lead action-oriented weekly and monthly meetings with team members
• Maintain open communication across projects
• Understand and communicate client needs to relevant teams
• Maintain a commitment to organized and accurate documentation
• Collaborate with key stakeholders by gaining feedback from clients, attending meetings, and submitting update reports
• Streamline and communicate project controls processes
• Develop innovative process improvements
• Train management staff on project control procedures
• Ensure compliance with project control requirements
• Supervise, lead, and mentor team members
• Make data‑driven decisions regarding Project Controls performance by collecting and analyzing relevant statistics
• Prepare and present reports to update upper management on Project Control activities
• Evaluate and incorporate lessons learned from all sites to help enhance current and future Data Center Construction success

Qualifications

Education & Experience (Required)

• 5+ years of Construction Project Controls experience on large commercial projects
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field (e.g., Project Management, Construction Management, Business, Engineering) paired with industry experience or an appropriate combination of certification(s), experience, and education
• Commitment to continuous improvement of communication, organization, and leadership skills
• Demonstrated ability to establish effective relationships with customers, GCs, owners, and office personnel
• Ability to budget time appropriately
• Confidence to proactively request support or deadline adjustment when completing tasks
• Ability to work calmly under deadlines and external pressure
• Knowledge of AIA billings and forms
• Excellent math skills
• Primavera P6 experience
• Strong computer skills and quick to learn new systems
• Effective scheduling and delegation to accomplish tasks on time
• Tactful conflict resolution and problem‑solving abilities

Preferred

• Mission Critical Project experience
• Project Management Professional (PMP) or PMI‑Scheduling Professional (SP)
• Experience with Microsoft Suite, COINs, Primavera P6, and ConEst

Benefits

• Medical and Dental (100% of the premium covered by Miller Electric)
• 401k retirement with company matching
• Vision plans
• Disability Insurance
• Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Travel Accident Insurance
• Paid Vacation & Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• College Coach Services

Equal Opportunity Employer

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

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