Site Project Controls Manager

Arcadis U.S.Inc.; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 185,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Arcadis U.S. Inc. is seeking a Site Project Controls Manager for a major North America advanced manufacturing program in Clay, NY (On-site).

You will lead the on-site Owner's Representative Project Controls Leader function, guiding governance across cost, schedule, risk, and reporting, and coordinate with EPC/A&E partners and prime contractors. The role requires 15+ years in project controls for large capital programs, including 10+ years in mega projects and 7+ years leading diverse teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, or a related field.
• 15+ years of progressive project controls experience supporting major capital projects.
• 10+ years supporting multi‑billion‑dollar industrial or infrastructure mega‑projects, including Semiconductor, Advanced Manufacturing, Data Center, or similar large‑scale programs.
• 7+ years leading multidisciplinary project controls teams in complex matrix organizations.
• Demonstrated experience representing Owner organizations and managing, auditing, or overseeing Tier‑1 EPC contractors.

Responsibilities

• Lead project controls governance across cost, schedule, progress measurement, change management, forecasting, risk, and reporting.
• Establish and maintain a single source of truth for project performance reporting.
• Lead and mentor a multidisciplinary project controls organization consisting of planners, cost engineers, progress specialists, reporting analysts, and change management professionals.
• Serve as the primary integration authority between the Owner, EPC contractors, A&E partners, and construction delivery teams.
• Ensure cost, schedule, forecasting, progress measurement, and contractor billing activities are governed by Earned Value Management (EVM) and tied to objective physical progress.

Skills

EVM

Cost & Schedule Control

Forecasting

Change Management

Risk Management

AWP

Leadership

Owner Representation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Construction Management/Quantity Surveying

Tools

Primavera P6

EcoSys

Procore

Aconex

Power BI

Job description

Site Project Controls Manager Advanced Manufacturing Client | Industrial Mega-Project Program

Location: Clay, NY (On-site)

Arcadis is the world's leading company delivering sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets.

We are more than 34,000 people, in over 30 countries, dedicated to improving quality of life. Everyone has an important role to play. With the power of many curious minds, together we can solve the world's most complex challenges and deliver more impact together.

The Opportunity

This is a rare opportunity to help deliver one of the largest advanced manufacturing investments in North America.

As the Site Project Controls Manager, you will serve as the on-site Owner's Representative Project Controls Leader and the trusted source of truth for a multi-billion-dollar semiconductor manufacturing program. In this highly visible role, you will lead project controls governance across cost, schedule, progress measurement, change management, risk, and performance reporting while influencing executive decision‑making on a landmark project that will have lasting economic and technological impact.

You will lead the site-based project controls organization and serve as the primary integration authority between the Owner, EPC contractors, A&E partners, and multiple prime contractors. Your leadership will ensure that project performance, forecasting, contractor billing, and change management are driven by objective, measurable physical progress and aligned with Earned Value Management (EVM) principles.

This role is ideal for a strategic project controls leader who thrives in complex mega‑project environments and is passionate about bringing structure, transparency, and accountability to project delivery.

Operating Model (Dual Reporting Structure) Functional Reporting (Governance)

Reports to the U.S. Construction Strategic Programs Project Controls Lead, ensuring consistency and adherence to enterprise project controls standards across all program sites.

Operational Reporting (Delivery)

Partners closely with site leadership, including the Director of Construction (DoC), providing validated reporting, schedule forensics, forecasting, and risk insights that support informed execution decisions.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead project controls governance across cost, schedule, progress measurement, change management, forecasting, risk, and reporting.
• Establish and maintain a single source of truth for project performance reporting.
• Lead and mentor a multidisciplinary project controls organization consisting of planners, cost engineers, progress specialists, reporting analysts, and change management professionals.
• Serve as the primary integration authority between the Owner, EPC contractors, A&E partners, and construction delivery teams.
• Ensure cost, schedule, forecasting, progress measurement, and contractor billing activities are governed by Earned Value Management (EVM) and tied to objective physical progress.
• Maintain baseline integrity and forecasting accuracy while driving proactive performance management.
• Develop executive‑level dashboards, performance metrics, and reporting packages that communicate complex project data in a clear and actionable manner.
• Provide schedule forensics, risk assessments, and performance analysis to support strategic decision‑making.
• Drive corrective action plans and continuous improvement initiatives across project teams.
• Foster a culture of accountability, transparency, and data integrity across the project controls function.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, or a related field.
• 15+ years of progressive project controls experience supporting major capital projects.
• 10+ years supporting multi‑billion‑dollar industrial or infrastructure mega‑projects, including Semiconductor, Advanced Manufacturing, Data Center, or similar large‑scale programs.
• 7+ years leading multidisciplinary project controls teams in complex matrix organizations.
• Demonstrated experience representing Owner organizations and managing, auditing, or overseeing Tier‑1 EPC contractors.
• Deep expertise in:
  • Earned Value Management (EVM)
  • Cost and Schedule Control
  • Forecasting and Performance Analysis
  • Change Management
  • Risk Management
  • Advanced Work Packaging (AWP)
• Experience supporting system‑based commissioning and project turnover processes.
• Demonstrated ability to translate complex project analytics into concise executive‑level insights and recommendations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional certifications such as:
  • AACE Certified Cost Professional (CCP)
  • AACE Certified Estimating Professional (CEP)
  • PMI Project Management Professional (PMP)
  • PMI Scheduling Professional (PMI‑SP)
• Experience supporting Owner organizations in multi‑prime delivery environments.
• Advanced knowledge of project controls technologies and enterprise PMIS platforms, including:
  • Primavera P6
  • EcoSys
  • Procore
  • Aconex
  • Power BI
  • Similar project controls and data analytics platforms

Why Arcadis?

At Arcadis, we believe every contribution matters. Through our skills‑based approach, you’ll have the opportunity to grow your career while making a meaningful impact on some of the world's most complex and transformative projects.

As part of our team, you will:

• Help deliver one of North America's most significant advanced manufacturing programs.
• Work alongside industry‑leading experts and project delivery professionals.
• Influence executive decisions on a high‑profile mega‑project.
• Lead the development and execution of best‑in‑class project controls practices.
• Create lasting impact for communities, clients, and future generations.

You’ll do meaningful work, and no matter what role, you will be helping to deliver sustainable solutions for a more prosperous planet.

Join Arcadis. Create a Legacy.

Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging

We want you to be able to bring your best self to work every day. Our ambition is to be an employer of choice and provide a great place to work for all our people. We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.

Compensation & Benefits

Arcadis offers a comprehensive benefits package for both full‑time and part‑time employees, including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401(k) with Company Programs
• Short‑Term and Long‑Term Disability
• AD&D and Life Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Reward & Recognition Programs
• Wellbeing Benefits
• Adoption Assistance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Nine Paid Holidays
• 20 Days of Accrued PTO Per Year
• Relocation assistance is available for highly qualified candidates.

Salary Range: $185,000 - $225,000

Actual compensation will vary based on experience, education, geographic location, internal equity, project assignment, and budget considerations.

We encourage candidates to apply even if they do not meet every preferred qualification. We recognize that exceptional candidates often bring diverse experiences, perspectives, and transferable expertise that can contribute to success in this role.