Project Controls Manager - Power

Job-ID: 11545Category: Operations/PreConLocation: Phoenix, AZ, United StatesWorkplace: On-siteSchedule: Full timePosted: 2026-10-13Job SummaryThe Project Controls Manager will work collaboratively with their respective business units to ensure the SMS policies and standard operating procedures are understood and implemented for all projects. In addition, the Project Controls Manager will play a key role in measuring and analyzing project performance metrics to ensure to mitigate risk and ensure relentless execution.Key Responsibilities1. Coordinate compliance auditing of project related governance required by the SMS and Project Management Plan (PMP) established by the project team and approved by the Business Unit Management.2. Drive Lean principles and practices throughout the organization as part of continuous improvement process on all projects.3. Evaluate and propose updates to SMS workflows, forms, templates and system manuals based on interaction with project teams.4. Identify areas of excellence for best practices and lessons learned that have potential for broader implementation across the organization, including training, development and support needs.5. Measure presence and functionality and value added from project use of system software in application of SMS including Prolog, JDE, Textura and others as required.6. Optimize utilization of VDC companywide to improve parametric estimating, budgeting & scheduling results.7. Participate in business unit project status reporting (MPR & ELPR), including identifying actionable measures for improvement, lessons learned and subsequent follow up.8. Participate in development of data analytics and reporting formats to streamline auditing uniform and consistent application of SMS policy and procedures.9. Perform analytical review and measurement of project performance metrics and trends to identify early warnings of project performance risk.10. Provide Business Unit support in development and implementation of recovery plans for critical project management performance deficiencies as assigned by PMO.11. Provide support and guidance to Business Units implementing consistent, uniform establishment and maintenance of Project Management Plans required by the SMS.12. Support development, training and implementation of key processes and systems. .13. Work collaboratively with business units to ensure uniform and comprehensive understanding and implementation of SMS policy and standard operating procedure.Minimum Job Requirements1. Degree in Engineering, Construction Management or Finance/Accounting preferred.2. Experience with large complex construction projects (>$50MM).3. Knowledge and experience in construction operations within Building, Transportation and/or Industrial markets.4. Knowledge and experience with scheduling using enterprise based scheduling software. P6 experience is preferred.5. Knowledge of SMS and Sundt operations procedures.6. Minimum 7-10 years relevant construction experience required, prefer 3-5 yrs. with Sundt.7. Proficiency in understanding and interpreting contract agreements, cost and revenue forecasting, risk identification and management, change identification & management as well as cost estimating.8. Proficient use of all Microsoft Office Suite programs and Prolog.9. Strong leadership, teamwork and communication skills.Note: Job Description is subject to change at any time and may include other duties as assigned.Physical Requirements1. Ability to wear personal protective equipment is required (including but not limited to; steel toed shoes, gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, hardhat, vest, etc.)2. May reach above shoulder heights and below the waist on a frequent basis3. May stoop, kneel, or bend, on an occasional basis4. May use telephone, computer system, email, or other electronic devices on a limited basis to communicate with internal and external customers or vendors5. Must be able to comply with all safety standards and procedures6. Occasionally will climb stairs, ladders, etc.7. Required to use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry or feel objects on a frequent basis8. Will interact with people frequently during a shift/work day9. Will lift, push or pull objects on an occasional basis10. Will sit, stand or walk short distances for up to the entire duration of a shift/work day.Safety LevelSafety-SensitiveNote: Jobs with the Safety-Sensitive designation are those that include tasks or duties that the employer reasonably believes could affect the safety and health of the employee performing the task or others such as operating a vehicle, operating equipment, operating machinery or power tools, repairing/maintaining the operation of any vehicle/equipment, the handling/disposal/transport of hazardous materials, or the handling/treatment/disposal of potentially flammable/combustible materials.#LI-KA1About the company As a 100% employee-owned contractor, when you work at Sundt, you’re not just hiring on at a company, you’re joining a culture. Because everyone at Sundt is part owner, you’ll join a team of people who are deeply invested in their work. From apprentices to managers, we’re passionate about the details and deliberate in everything we do. At Sundt we focus on building long-term prosperity for our clients, communities and employee-owners. We offer competitive pay, industry-leading benefits including a 401k and employee stock ownership plan, incentive programs for craft and administrative employees as well as training that focuses on your personal and professional growth. We’re driven by skill, grit and purpose. Join us as we strive to be the most skilled builder in America. Equal Opportunity Employer Statement: Sundt is committed to the equal treatment of all employees, and/or applicants for employment, and prohibits discrimination based on race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, color, age, disability, national origin, covered veteran status, genetic information; or any other classification protected by applicable Federal, state, or local laws. Benefit list:Market Competitive Salary (paid weekly)Bonus Eligibility based on company, group, and individual performanceEmployee Stock Ownership Plan & 401KIndustry Leading Health Coverage Starting Your First DayFlexible Time Off (FTO)Medical, Health Savings, and Wellness creditsFlexible Spending AccountsEmployee Assistance ProgramWorkplace Wellness ProgramsMental Health ProgramLife and Disability InsuranceEmployee-Owner PerksEducational AssistanceSundt Foundation - Charitable Employee-Owner's programNOTICE TO EXTERNAL SEARCH FIRMS Sundt Construction's Talent Acquisition team is the only authorized department to engage with and execute agreements on behalf of the company with external search firms, staffing agencies, and other third-party recruiting partners. Sundt Construction does not accept unsolicited candidate submissions. We will only consider candidates submitted by agencies that have a fully executed agreement with Sundt Construction on file prior to the candidate's submission.Any candidate submitted without an active, fully executed agreement will not be considered a qualified referral, and Sundt Construction assumes no obligation to pay any placement or recruiting fees. Additionally, any unsolicited resumes submitted to any Sundt Construction employee—including hiring managers or other personnel—will be deemed the property of Sundt Construction without any obligation to the submitting agency.