Project Controls Specialist(Full-time)

Project Controls Manager

Penhall Company has been shaping the future of concrete services for over 65 years. As the nation's leader in concrete cutting, coring, scanning, and demolition, and ranked 3rd in Demolition by ENR's 2023 Top Specialty Contractors, we deliver more than just expertisewe deliver results. With safety at the core of our operations and state-of-the-art technology in our hands, we ensure every project is executed with precision, efficiency, and care.

Position Description

The Project Controls Manager is responsible for overseeing project cost controls, scheduling, financial forecasting, earned value management, and performance reporting for major construction projects. This position supports operational leadership in identifying risks, improving project performance, protecting profitability, and ensuring compliance with contractual requirements.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Oversee project budgets, cost tracking, commitments, and financial performance against established targets.
• Apply Earned Value Management (EVM) principles to measure cost and schedule performance, productivity, and project progress.
• Monitor project financial performance, including gross profit, cost variances, and Estimate at Completion (EAC) forecasts.
• Monitor change orders, scope changes, claims, and potential cost or schedule impacts.
• Develop, review, and monitor project schedules, milestones, and potential schedule impacts using Primavera P6 or MS Project.
• Support monthly financial reviews, project forecasting, and identification of corrective actions.
• Identify and evaluate commercial, contractual, financial, and schedule risks and recommend mitigation strategies.

Develop standardized project controls processes, reporting tools, and performance metrics to support Project Managers and operational leadership

Position Requirements

Required Skills and Abilities

• Experience in self-perform construction and managing multi-million-dollar projects. Heavy Civil preferred
• Experience with project cost controls, EVM, budgeting, financial forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, MS Project, and project management/reporting systems.
• Experience reviewing construction contracts, change orders, schedules, and commercial risks.
• Understanding of labor productivity, resource planning, and construction cost management.

Essential Core Competencies

• Problem Solving: Identify performance issues, evaluate root causes, and recommend actionable corrective measures.
• Financial & Project Controls: Analyze costs, earned value, forecasts, and profitability to support informed business decisions.
• Contract Administration: Evaluate contractual obligations, scope changes, schedule impacts, and commercial exposure.
• Communication Skills: Present financial performance, project risks, and recommendations clearly to operational and executive leadership.
• Team Collaboration: Work closely with Project Managers, Branch Operations, and Regional Leadership to improve project outcomes.
• Adaptability: Anticipate changing project conditions and implement proactive risk mitigation strategies.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, business, or related field.
• Minimum of seven (5) years of experience in construction project management, project controls, or related roles involving multi-million-dollar projects.
• Demonstrated experience in Earned Value Management (EVM), cost forecasting, project financial analysis, and construction scheduling.
• Strong analytical, organizational, written, and verbal communication skills.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
• Ability to walk job sites when necessary.
• May be required to travel to job sites and other locations.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Legal Disclaimer:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Penhall Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, compensation inquiries, discussions or disclosures, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. (41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a))

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees in this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications required. Penhall Company reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and to assign other responsibilities as necessary.

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The Company may use Artificial Intelligence ("AI"), machine learning technologies, and/or automated decision-making tools to assist in certain aspects of the recruitment and hiring process, including reviewing applications, resumes, assessments, and candidate qualifications. These tools are used to support the evaluation process and are not used as the sole basis for employment decisions.

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