Project Controls Manager

What You'll Be Doing

Job Scope: We are seeking an experienced Capital Project Controls Manager to oversee multiple projects ranging from $500,000 to $20 million. The ideal candidate will be responsible for cost analysis and schedule development during the construction phases of 5-15 concurrent projects. This role requires a strong understanding of project controls methodologies, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure project success.

Primary responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

• Manage and oversee project controls for multiple capital projects, ensuring adherence to budget and schedule.

• Conduct thorough cost analysis, including cost estimation, forecasting, and variance analysis through the construction phase.

• Develop, maintain, and update project schedules, ensuring alignment with project milestones and deadlines.

• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and other stakeholders to establish project control processes and reporting standards.

• Monitor project performance and provide regular updates to senior management, highlighting potential risks and recommending corrective actions.

• Implement and maintain project control tools and software to track project progress and financial performance.

• Facilitate project meetings to review schedules, budgets, and performance metrics.

• Prepare and present reports on project status, including financial performance and schedule adherence.

• Ensure compliance with organizational policies and industry regulations throughout the project lifecycle.

Ideal Background

Education: High School Diploma or equivalent is required.  Bachelor or Master degree in Construction Science, Building Science or advanced coursework is highly preferred.  

Certification: No certification is required for this position.  

Experience: This position requires 5+ years of relevant industrial experience in project controls, cost management, or related roles within the engineering and construction industry.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Proven track record of managing multiple projects with budgets ranging from $500,000 to $20 million.

• Strong self-starter that will take initiative to learn and ask questions.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen attention to detail.

• Must be proficient in P6

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

• Knowledge of project management best practices, methodologies, and industry standards.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to sit, stand, or walk for long periods of time.

Hargrove Culture

We work to create an environment founded on trust, personal integrity, and a “team mentality” so that each person understands the value of their contributions both on a project and company-wide level. We know that each person on our team contributes to the success of our company by pairing expertise and passion to meet and exceed the needs of the clients we serve across the globe.  

Our safety culture protects and promotes the well-being of every person who works with us and every person touched by our work. 

As a 100% Teammate owned company, we proudly offer a comprehensive benefits package including, paid holidays, personal paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, 401(k), and other benefits to eligible Teammates.

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement

Hargrove is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex (including gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy, sexual identity, marital or family status), disability, military service or obligations, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Hargrove is a drug-free workplace.

The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.