Senior Project Controls Lead — Cost, Schedule & EV (P6)

Pmaconsultants; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) with company match

Wellness programs

Job summary

PMA is seeking a senior Project Controls professional to work with the PMT at Washington Dulles International Airport. The role leads cost management, scheduling, forecasting, and reporting across project delivery, supporting performance through analysis and stakeholder engagement.

The position requires advanced project controls expertise, strong analytics, and the ability to independently manage complex projects while collaborating with project teams and clients across industries.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in project controls, cost engineering, or scheduling.
• Experience with Primavera P6 scheduling software.
• Proficiency with cost management software and advanced Excel.
• Experience withearned value management (EVM), including CPI, SPI, EV, PV, and AC analysis.
• Experience with change management, including evaluating cost and schedule impacts of change orders, RFIs, and scope changes.
• Experience developing executive‑level dashboards and project controls reports for clients and senior leadership.
• Strong written and verbal communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Professional certifications such as PMP, PSP, or PE are preferred.
• An equivalent combination of education, experience, and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities will be considered in lieu of stated minimum qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement project cost control processes, tools, and procedures; analyze variances, trends, and forecast impacts; and provide recommendations to optimize budget performance.
• Develop, maintain, and analyze EPC project schedules using Primavera P6, applying scheduling best practices, earned value principles, baseline management, forecasting techniques, and corrective actions to achieve project milestones.
• Create and deliver clear, actionable cost and schedule reports for internal and external stakeholders, effectively communicating project status, performance trends, risks, and key insights.
• Collaborate with project managers, contractors, clients, and stakeholders to ensure alignment with budget and schedule objectives while supporting project execution and client engagements across multiple industries.
• Drive continuous improvement within project controls through process enhancements, advanced use of cost and scheduling tools, mentorship and knowledge sharing, business development support, and proactive problem-solving and decision-making.

Skills

Cost controls

Scheduling

Stakeholder engagement

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, or related field

Tools

Primavera P6 scheduling

Cost management software

Advanced Excel

Job description

PMA is seeking a senior Project Controls professional to work with the PMT at Washington Dulles International Airport. The role leads cost management, scheduling, forecasting, and reporting across project delivery, supporting performance through analysis and stakeholder engagement.

The position requires advanced project controls expertise, strong analytics, and the ability to independently manage complex projects while collaborating with project teams and clients across industries.