Senior Project Controls Manager, BPA

About Us

Every moment of every day, people all over the world rely on the infrastructure work provided by Quanta Services and Quanta Government Solutions (QGS). With its highly skilled and innovative workforce, Quanta is the largest specialty contractor in North America that powers modern life. Find your future with us by being a part of something bigger – leading the energy transition in building a better world for generations to come.

Imagine what you could do here. We encourage and inspire our people to embrace opportunities within our corporate office and 200 operating companies providing solutions for the utility, renewable energy, electric power, industrial, communications and government industries worldwide.

Quanta’s culture is about creating an environment where all employees can be themselves, are valued, and have an equal opportunity to succeed. When you join our team, you join a dynamic culture in which career development is encouraged, excellence is rewarded, and diversity is valued. 

About this Role

Every moment of every day, people all over the world rely on the infrastructure work provided by Quanta Services and Quanta Government Solutions. With its highly skilled and innovative workforce, Quanta is the largest specialty contractor in North America that powers modern life. Find your future with us by being a part of something bigger – leading the energy transition in building a better world for generations to come.

Imagine what you could do here. We encourage and inspire our people to embrace opportunities within our corporate office and 200 operating companies providing solutions for the utility, renewable energy, electric power, industrial, communications and government industries worldwide.

Quanta’s culture is about creating an environment where all employees can be themselves, are valued, and have an equal opportunity to succeed. When you join our team, you join a dynamic culture in which career development is encouraged, excellence is rewarded, and diversity is valued.

COMPANY: Quanta Government Solutions

JOB TITLE: Senior Project Controls Manager

DEPARTMENT: Project Controls

LOCATION: Vancouver, WA or Portland, OR

REPORTS TO: Senior Program Manager/Project Executive

CLASSIFICATION: Exempt

POSITION OVERVIEW:

Quanta Government Solutions is seeking a Senior Project Controls Manager for dedicated support to a multi-project transmission infrastructure program in the Pacific Northwest, supporting the Bonneville Power Administration (BPA). The Senior Project Controls Manager is responsible for leading the project controls function on assigned programs, including cost management, scheduling, earned value management, and performance reporting. This role ensures project controls processes and systems deliver accurate, timely, and actionable data to support project decision-making and regulatory compliance. The Senior Project Controls Manager will oversee Cost Managers and Schedulers, manage the integrated cost/schedule baseline, and serve as the primary project controls interface with clients, project leadership, and auditors.

What You'll Do

• Lead the development and maintenance of project cost, schedule, and performance reporting systems.
• Implement earned value management, track key performance indicators, and provide forecasting and reporting to support program decision-making.
• Lead all project controls activities including cost engineering, scheduling, earned value analysis, forecasting, and performance reporting across assigned programs.
• Establish and maintain the integrated cost/schedule baseline; manage the change control process and ensure baseline integrity throughout project execution.
• Implement and manage EVMS processes in compliance with ANSI/EIA-748 standards and BPA requirements; support certification and surveillance activities.
• Oversee development of CPR/IPMR reporting, variance analyses, and estimate-at-completion forecasts; present performance data to project and executive leadership.
• Manage and mentor project controls staff including Control Account Managers and P6 Schedulers; ensure team capability and bench strength development.
• Coordinate with finance and accounting on revenue recognition, invoicing, cash flow, and Costpoint reporting requirements.
• Support internal and external audits related to project controls, cost management, and EVMS compliance.

What You'll Bring

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Finance, Business, or related field.
• Minimum of ten (10) years of project controls experience, including experience with large-scale infrastructure or utility projects, and at least two (2) years of experience managing controls on programs > $50M.
• Deep expertise in earned value management, cost engineering, and scheduling.
• Strong experience with Primavera P6 and project controls/EVMS tools (Cobra, EcoSys, or similar).
• Experience with federal contracting and DOE program requirements.

Preferred Education and Experience

• Experience with ANSI/EIA-748 EVMS certification processes.
• Experience with Deltek Costpoint integration and reporting.
• Experience with Oracle Primavera Unifier implementation.

LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS:

Required Licenses/Certifications

• None required.

Preferred Licenses/Certifications

• PMP, EVP, CCE/A, or PSP certification preferred.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Directly supervises Cost Managers, Schedulers, and Project Controls Analysts.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

Travels: Yes

Percent of time: 30%

Overnight required: Yes

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

If one-third of the time – “seldom” or “occasionally”; if one-third to two-thirds of the time or more “occasionally to frequently”; if more than two-thirds of the time – “constantly”.

• Stationary Position - Frequently
• Pushing/Pulling/Reaching - Seldom
• Climb - Seldom
• Kneel - Seldom
• Grab - Seldom
• Bend - Seldom
• Lift/carry over - 10 - 30 LBS
• Vision - 20/20 Corrected Vision
• Hearing - Receive detailed information if spoken to

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Wet or humid - Seldom
• Working near or on moving mechanical parts - Seldom
• Working near or on heavy machinery - Seldom
• Working in high places - Seldom
• Exposed to fumes or airborne particles - Seldom
• Exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals - Seldom
• Frequency of working in outdoor weather conditions - Seldom
• Work with electricity - Seldom
• Work with explosives - N/A
• Work on or near a source of radiation - N/A
• Loud noise conditions (above 87dB) - Seldom
• Other Environmental Factors including weather conditions

Note: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, working conditions, physical demands, and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

ALL QUALIFIED APPLICANTS WILL RECEIVE CONSIDERATION FOR EMPLOYMENT AND WILL NOT BE DISCRIMINATED AGAINST ON THE BASIS OF RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, NATIONAL ORIGIN OR ANCESTRY, SEX (INCLUDING GENDER, PREGNANCY, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, AND/OR GENDER IDENTITY), AGE, DISABILITY, GENETIC INFORMATION, VETERAN STATUS, AND/OR ANY OTHER BASIS PROTECTED BY APPLICABLE FEDERAL, STATE OR LOCAL LAW.WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER, INCLUDING DISABILITY AND PROTECTED VETERAN STATUS.WE PROHIBIT ALL TYPES OF DISCRIMINATION AND ARE COMMITTED TO PROVIDING ACCESS AND EQUAL OPPORTUNITY FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES. FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION OR IF REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION IS NEEDED TO PARTICIPATE IN THE JOB APPLICATION, INTERVIEW, OR HIRING PROCESSES OR TO PERFORM THE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF A POSITION, PLEASE CONTACT Oscar Rodriguez at orodriguez@quantags.com

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

What You'll Get

Our Benefits & Perks

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
• Company-paid life and disability insurance
• Access to mental health support and resources
• Generous paid time off (PTO), Military Leave and company-observed holidays

Growth & Development

• Ongoing training and development programs
• Career advancement opportunities to support professional growth
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education

Recognition & Financial Well-Being

• Employee recognition and rewards program
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options (based on plan selection)

Family Support

• Maternity and paternity leave programs to support growing families

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company’s Human Resources department.

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