Project Controls Manager-EPC

POSITION SUMMARY

The Project Controls Manager is responsible for providing project leadership with accurate and timely information related to quantities, earned value progress, cost, forecasts, and schedule performance to support strong decision-making. This role oversees all major project control functions—including Planning, Cost, Scheduling, and Change Management—to ensure consistent implementation of corporate processes, reports, and systems.

The Project Controls Manager analyzes key project data, develops recommendations, supports risk and opportunity evaluation, and ensures compliance with contract requirements and corporate procedures. This leader also manages project reporting deliverables and ensures clear communication and coordination with field supervision, engineering, procurement, subcontracting, and the client.

PRIMARY POSITION OBJECTIVE

• Maintain oversight of cost, schedule, change management, and quantity tracking processes.

• Ensure accuracy and timeliness of project reports, forecasts, and performance metrics.

• Lead effective implementation of corporate Responsible Business Practices (RBPs) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

• Support risk identification, evaluation, and reporting for the project.

• Ensure project teams understand and comply with contractual requirements.

• Provide coaching, mentoring, and performance management for Project Controls staff.

REQUIREMENTS

Education

• Required: Associate degree or equivalent OR 10 years relevant industry experience.
• Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business, or related field with 8 years industry experience.

Experience

• Required: Over 3–5 years of project controls leadership experience.
• Preferred: 8–10 years of project controls experience in engineering, procurement, or construction environments.

SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access; Power BI; scheduling software (e.g., Primavera P6); cost and earned value systems; document control systems.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to lead teams and work collaboratively across departments.
• Ability to conduct and present in meetings with project staff, leadership, and clients.
Strong organizational and decision-making abilities.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• General office environment with occasional exposure to construction site conditions.

• Frequent use of computers, calculators, printers, and other office equipment.

• Requires close vision, color perception, and ability to adjust focus.

• Occasional lifting up to 25 pounds.

• Fast-paced and variable work environment.
  

ZACHRY is dedicated to providing a Safe and Drug-Free work environment and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Additional Information

Relocation Requirement: Must be willing and able to relocate to a project location anywhere within the United States.

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