Project Controls Director

AECOM is seeking a Project Controls Director for one of our offices in Sacramento CA . The Project Controls Director provides strategic leadership and oversight of project controls functions including cost schedule risk change management and performance management. The Director establishes project controls standards and processes leads cross-functional teams and provides executive leadership with data-driven analysis and recommendations to support successful delivery of large-scale projects on schedule within budget and in accordance with established scope and requirements.

Summary of Responsibilities: 

• Support project controls activities across cost schedule risk change management and performance reporting
• Assist with the development and implementation of project controls processes procedures standards and reporting requirements
• Support the development and monitoring of project budgets cost estimates forecasts and financial performance
• Review cost and schedule performance identify variances and support the development of corrective actions
• Monitor project schedules including milestones dependencies critical path activities and potential delays
• Support the identification assessment and tracking of project risks and mitigation strategies
• Assist with change control activities and evaluate potential impacts to project cost schedule scope and risk
• Prepare and support project performance reports dashboards and presentations for leadership and key stakeholders
• Provide data-driven analysis and recommendations to support project decision-making and performance
• Coordinate with project management engineering construction contracts finance and other project teams on project controls matters
• Monitor project performance metrics and assist in identifying trends issues and areas requiring attention
• Provide technical guidance and support to project controls staff and project teams
• Support the maintenance of accurate and timely project controls documentation records and reporting
• Assist with continuous improvement efforts to enhance project controls processes systems and reporting
• Support leadership with ad hoc analysis reporting and project controls activities as needed

Qualifications :

Minimum requirements:

• BA/BS 12 years of relative experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education including 4 years of leadership

Preferred Requirements:

• Masters degree in Engineering Construction Management Business Administration Finance or a related discipline
• Minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible experience in project controls cost management scheduling or related functions preferably on large-scale construction engineering transportation or infrastructure projects
• Experience providing project controls support on complex projects or programs
• Strong knowledge of project cost schedule risk change and performance management principles
• Proficiency with project controls scheduling cost management and reporting software
• Strong analytical organizational communication and problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate with multidisciplinary project teams and support project leadership
• PMP AACE PSP EVP or equivalent project controls certification.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license
• Experience with Primavera P6 ArcGIS FME or similar project management and analytical platforms
• Experience supporting major transportation rail public works or large-scale infrastructure programs
• LEED certification or equivalent sustainability credential

Additional Information :

At AECOM we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

About AECOM  

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status AECOM benefits may include medical dental vision life AD&D disability benefits paid time off leaves of absences voluntary benefits perks flexible work options well-being resources employee assistance program business travel insurance service recognition awards retirement savings plan and employee stock purchase plan. 

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities we solve our clients complex challenges in water environment energy transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle from advisory planning design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at . 

What makes AECOM a great place to work  

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts youll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills helping you build the career youve always envisioned. Here youll find a welcoming workplace built on respect collaboration and communitywhere you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. 

As an Equal Opportunity Employer we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. 

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time