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Project Controls Manager - Data Center Construction

The Weitz Company / Contrack Watts, Inc.
Houston, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 6/2/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/2/2026

The Weitz Company is currently seeking a Project Controls Manager to be located on data center projects in Boling, TX with the Mission Critical team! 


The Project Controls Manager is responsible for actively managing assigned project(s) risk while closely collaborating with project teams. This role closely monitors project cost, progress, scheduling and quality (if applicable), including scopes of work and forecast completion. The Project Controls Manager typically reports to the Senior Project Manager or Project Executive. 

The Weitz Company has been Building a Better Way since 1855. We are a full-service construction company, general contractor, design-builder, and construction manager with office locations throughout the United States. We believe our employees to be our most valuable asset, and we are committed to growing a diverse and inclusive culture that inspires, motivates, and continuously improves.


What You’ll Do Every Day:

  • Manage and monitor compliance with project scheduling, quality control (if applicable) and reporting requirements
  • Create, monitor and manage project financials and cost reporting
  • Ensure project schedule is updated weekly; identify and address long lead items; discuss with project leadership as needed
  • Review schedule updates and status, cost updates and cost projections with project teams
  • Understand contract terms and obligations to ensure work in progress is within scope; coordinate and communicate with applicable project team members
  • Collaborate with project team to implement and monitor compliance of project quality control plan and related programs, if applicable
  • Assess and monitor established workflows and/or systems to ensure maximum utilization across platforms; identify and initiate process enhancements
  • Lead regular project meetings
  • Assist with preconstruction efforts (i.e. create preliminary schedule, detect constructability issues)
  • Partner with project team to implement and execute project goals
  • Foster and maintain working relationships with all personnel involved in the construction process; initiate third party relationships when opportunities arise
  • Identify and approve value engineering and scope reduction opportunities within delegated authority
  • Some business travel is required. 


What We're Looking For:

  • Education:
    • A college degree in a construction-related field is preferred. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
  • Experience:
    • 7 years of construction project management, project scheduling, or cost controls experience is required
    • LEAN principles experience and ability to apply principles is desirable. OSHA 30 preferred, or the willingness to obtain upon hire.
    • Data center construction experience is preferred. 
  • Skills:
    • Independent judgment, ability to multi-task, decision making, organizational skills, self-starter with strong verbal and written communication skills, conflict resolution, problem-solving, effective internal and external communication, project management, team leadership, tact, adaptability and analytical abilities are all necessary skills for a Scheduler.
  • Technology:
    • Proficiency with operating systems and basic computer software programs such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Asta, P6, Procore, JDE, and Outlook.
    • Employee must have the ability to learn other specific software. Training will be provided. 


What We Offer: 

  • Competitive Pay
  • Rewarding Bonus Program
  • Comprehensive Benefits Package with Tax-Advantaged HSA and FSA offerings
  • Employer-Paid Short and Long Term Disability Programs
  • Employer-Paid Life Insurance
  • Generous Paid Time Off Provisions
  • 401K Retirement Savings Plan With Company Match
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Fully Paid Parental Leave
  • Voluntary Products including Critical Illness Insurance and Accident Insurance
  • Corporate Wellness Program with Wellness Time Off and Rewards


Visa sponsorship is not available for this position at this time. 


The Company does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or agencies. Any resume submitted to any employee of the Company without a prior written search agreement will be considered unsolicited and the property of the Company. Please, no phone calls or emails. 

 

The Weitz Company, LLC (and its U.S.-based subsidiaries and affiliates) recognizes the value of and is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and follow applicable affirmative action guidelines and policies. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment (including minorities, females, veterans, and individuals with disabilities, regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected categories in accordance with applicable ​state and federal laws). The Company is a drug and alcohol-free workplace and background checks are required if applicable. Click here to review our Privacy Notice.  


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