Project Controls Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Our client, a recognized leader in the construction and engineering design industry, is seeking a skilled Project Controls Manager (PCM) to join their Project Management team on a full-time basis in San Francisco, CA. Ideal candidates will have experience providing financial guidance and support to Project Managers to ensure project-level financial goals are achieved, while delivering strategic Project Controls leadership across the broader program. The salary range is $135,000 - $165,000.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead program-level Project Controls strategy and execution.

• Track and report execution progress and identified when actual performance differs from established plans.

• Monitor and report resource loading and utilization, highlighting resource constraints that may affect project schedules.

• Develop scenarios and quantify the potential impact of corrective actions to support decision-making by Project Managers and leadership.

• Provide objective performance data to support Project Managers in client discussions and present performance reports when requested.

• Train and mentor Project Managers and key discipline-level contributors on project financial management and Earned Value Management (EVM) methodologies and execution.

• Manage and lead a Project Controls team as needed and appropriate.

• Assist Project Managers (PMs) with preparing resource plans for proposals, Additional Service Requests (ASRs) and Change Orders (COs).

• Collaborate with Project Managers and the Accounting Team to establish and maintain project budgets, billing, schedules and progress analysis

• Support contract modifications, including ASRs and COs, track project costs against plans, prepare monthly cost and schedule reports and review billing reports for incorrect time entries.

• Coordinate with the Accounting Team to review consultant invoices and maintain updated project financial reports for Project Manager and leadership review.

• Work with Project Managers and Accounting to support timely payment of subconsultants, accurate allocation of costs to appropriate projects and oversight of related financial processes.

• Compile revenue projections and accruals for all billable codes, including subconsultants and distribute them to appropriate parties.

• Support Project Teams and Project Managers with daily project-specific financial activities.

• Track work in progress (WIP), percent complete, backlog and project profitability.

• Monitor and analyze project costs against established budgets, providing financial documentation and updates to Project Managers.

• Track and prepare 85% spent notifications, develop Estimate to Complete analyses and execute project plan re-baselining as required.

• Maintain and distribute project reports to Project Team members.

• Conduct regular follow-up with clients regarding the status of ASRs under review.

• Provide training and mentoring to PMs and key discipline-level contributors on Earned Value Management methodologies and execution.

• Assist with the rollout of financial change initiatives, including related training and tool development.

• Manage Project Controller direct reports as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field required.

• Minimum of 10 years of Project Controls experience.

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a program-wide or firm-wide leadership role.

• Proficiency in MS Project and Deltek Vantagepoint.

• Familiarity with KPI dashboards.

• Familiarity with the design and construction industry.

• Strong financial acumen and accounting knowledge.

• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, communication, and interpersonal skills.

• Proficiency in project management methodologies and tools.

• Proficiency in financial analysis and forecasting, project financial controls, and financial tracking software.

• Strong organizational and time-management skills.

• Ability to work effectively under pressure while managing multiple projects simultaneously.

• Proficiency in MS Word and PowerPoint.

• Advanced MS Excel skills.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• May be tasked with lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling up to 10-25 lbs., if able to do so.

• Must be able to sit for prolonged periods of time and walk/stand for moderate periods of time.

• Must be able to bend at the knees and waist frequently

• Must be able to repetitively use a telephone and a computer mouse and keyboard.

All employment is contingent on candidates providing at least two positive professional references from prior managers.

We are looking for local candidates only. U.S. Citizens and those authorized to work in the U.S. are encouraged to apply. We are unable to sponsor at this time.

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Thank you for your interest. Please understand that only qualified candidates will receive a response.

PsiNapse Technology, a national, workforce augmentation and solutions firm, offers competitive compensation, professional service, and customized benefits to qualified temporary and career professionals looking for employment.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, gender, sexual-orientation, age, national origin, citizenship, disability, or any other protected category.