Senior Project Controls Manager

Verigent; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 147,000 - 193,000; Full time

Job summary

Verigent in Phoenix, AZ seeks a Senior Project Controls Manager to shape and execute the strategic vision for project controls across all business units. You will align controls with corporate goals, drive digital transformation, and lead enterprise-wide initiatives in analytics and training.

With 10+ years in project controls or construction operations and expertise in cost engineering, scheduling, and risk management, you will mentor leaders and coordinate cross-functional teams to optimize

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management or engineering is required; a Master’s is preferred.
• 10–12+ years of progressive project controls or construction operations experience, with multi-regional leadership.
• Deep expertise in cost engineering, scheduling, risk management, and performance analytics.
• Strong business acumen to align technical solutions with strategic goals.
• Advanced proficiency in Oracle, P6, Power BI, Smartsheet, Procore and emerging tech.

Responsibilities

• Lead enterprise-wide planning and implement project controls frameworks and KPIs.
• Oversee regional Managers and ensure consistent execution across geographies.
• Align project controls strategy with corporate goals and financial targets.
• Drive AI, ML, and predictive analytics for forecasting and insights.
• Set standards for WBS, cost control, scheduling, and reporting.
• Lead audits and performance reviews to identify improvements.
• Develop future leaders and foster accountability and innovation.
• Collaborate with IT, Finance, and Operations for tool integration.
• Lead enterprise training and change management for new tools.

Skills

Cost engineering

Scheduling

Risk management

Performance analytics

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Engineering

Master's preferred

Tools

Oracle

Primavera P6

Power BI

Smartsheet

Procore

Job description

Job Title: Senior Project Controls Manager

Location: Phoenix, AZ

Position Type: Full-time, Direct Hire

Salary Range: $147-193,000 + 10-15% bonus

Summary:

The Senior Project Controls Manager will be responsible for shaping and executing the strategic vision for project controls across all business units. The Senior Manager serves as a critical link between executive leadership, operations, and field teams, ensuring alignment of project controls with business objectives, risk management, and performance optimization. This role also leads enterprise-wide initiatives, including digital transformation, predictive analytics, and cross-functional training programs.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the strategic planning and enterprise-wide implementation of project controls frameworks, tools, and KPIs.
• Oversee regional Managers, Project Controls, and ensure consistency and excellence in execution across all geographies.
• Partner with executive leadership to align project controls strategies with corporate goals, financial targets, and operational risk management.
• Drive innovation in project controls through the adoption of AI, machine learning, and predictive analytics for forecasting and performance insights.
• Develop and maintain enterprise standards for WBS, cost control, scheduling, and reporting.
• Lead enterprise audits and performance reviews to assess project health and identify systemic improvements.
• Mentor and develop a pipeline of future leaders within the PCG, fostering a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous learning.
• Collaborate with IT, Finance, and Operations to ensure seamless integration of project controls systems with enterprise platforms.
• Lead enterprise training programs and change management initiatives to support new tools, processes, and cultural shifts.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field (Master's preferred).
• 10-12+ years of progressive experience in project controls or construction operations, including multi-regional leadership roles.
• Deep expertise in cost engineering, scheduling, risk management, and performance analytics.
• Strong business acumen and ability to align technical solutions with strategic goals.
• Advanced proficiency in enterprise project controls platforms (e.g., Oracle, P6, Power BI, Smartsheet, Procore) and emerging technologies.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proven ability to lead through influence and build consensus across diverse teams.