Senior Project Controls Lead - Cost, Schedule & Risk

PMA Consultants LLC; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 126,000 - 179,000; Full time

Job summary

PMA is seeking a Project Controls Manager to lead cost management, scheduling, forecasting, risk analysis, and reporting for engineering, construction, infrastructure, and capital projects. Final placement will reflect experience and needs across multiple levels.

The role includes directing project controls teams, ensuring data integrity, and delivering data-driven insights for executive stakeholders, with a focus on continuous improvement and adherence to standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field preferred.
• 10+ years in project controls, cost engineering, scheduling, or PM support.
• Strong knowledge of EVM, CPM, forecasting, risk analysis, change management.

Responsibilities

• Lead project controls activities including cost control, scheduling, forecasting, EVM, risk, and change management.
• Develop and maintain project controls procedures, systems, and standards.
• Provide strategic support to project managers and leadership throughout delivery.
• Mentor and develop project controls staff and foster continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Construction Management

Tools

Primavera P6

Excel

Project controls tools

Job description

PMA is seeking a Project Controls Manager to lead cost management, scheduling, forecasting, risk analysis, and reporting for engineering, construction, infrastructure, and capital projects. Final placement will reflect experience and needs across multiple levels.

The role includes directing project controls teams, ensuring data integrity, and delivering data-driven insights for executive stakeholders, with a focus on continuous improvement and adherence to standards.