Cost Controls Manager Phoenix, Arizona, United States

We’re seeking a Cost Controls Manager to support large, heavy‑civil infrastructure programs, including highways, roads, bridges, transit (both rail and bus), water, and airport projects delivered through both traditional and alternative methods. This role requires close collaboration with project teams to monitor financial performance, maintain budget discipline, and drive cost efficiency, ultimately supporting the on‑time, on‑budget delivery of complex infrastructure projects. This is a full‑time, long‑term, hybrid position (2–3 days per week on‑site) in Phoenix, AZ. Responsibilities Develop and maintain integrated cost‑management plans—budget baselines, work‑package structures, coding standards, and change‑control workflows. Produce rolling forecasts, cash‑flow curves, and earned‑value metrics; highlight variances and recommend corrective actions. Coordinate with project controls, scheduling, estimating, and legal teams to quantify impacts, ensure alignment among cost, schedule, and risk registers, and recommend commercial risk mitigation actions. Lead monthly cost reviews with owner leadership, preparing dashboards, trend analyses, and scenario models. Validate contractor cost reports, payment applications, and contingency drawdowns against contract requirements and progress data. Support reporting and external audits for local, regional, state, and federal funding agencies, ensuring that all documentation and audit trails meet applicable compliance and regulatory standards. Champion continuous improvement by standardizing templates, automating data pipelines, and mentoring project staff in cost‑control best practices. Contribute to claims defense and forensic analyses by supplying time‑phased cost data and change‑order histories. Key Attributes Sharp analytical thinker who turns raw data into concise, persuasive narratives for executive audiences. Detail‑oriented guardian of fiscal discipline who sees the "big picture" of scope, schedule, and commercial risk. Collaborative, low‑ego communicator comfortable guiding multidisciplinary teams. Adaptable mindset suited to fast‑moving, politically visible mega projects. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, finance, business, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience. 10+ years of hands‑on cost management or program control experience on large (>$500M), complex, heavy‑civil projects. Experience with alternative delivery methods (e.g., DB, CM/GC, P3, CMAR) and associated risk‑allocation mechanisms. Demonstrated success building and managing detailed budgets, change‑order logs, and cost forecasts. Proficiency in financial modeling and reporting. Experience interfacing with industry‑standard scheduling systems, cost systems, and contract platforms to ensure alignment (e.g., Primavera P6, Portfolio Planner, Cloud Schedule, Unifier, Aconex, Kahua; PMWeb, Prism, e‑Builder, etc.). Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite/Office 365 (Outlook, Teams, Word, PowerPoint). Preferred Qualifications Master’s degree in engineering, construction management, finance, or business. Active professional certifications such as CCM (CMAA), MRICS/FRICS (RICS), PMP (PMI), or CCA (AACE). Prior experience overseeing cost controls on programs exceeding $1 billion. Proficiency with Microsoft Power BI, Oracle Cloud Analytics, Oracle Construction Intelligence Cloud, or other dashboard KPI reporting software. Expected Salary: $140k–$180k/year ($67–$86/hour). Luster provides the salary range that the company, in good faith, believes it might offer for this position based on the successful candidate’s level of experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, education, certifications, licenses, geographic location, etc. Luster reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range depending on circumstances not related to any status protected by local, state, or federal law. Benefits Unlimited flexible time off Paid holidays Paid parental leave Flexible spending accounts (healthcare and dependent or eldercare) Long‑term disability insurance Short‑term disability insurance Life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment 401(k) plan with guaranteed employer contribution Formal career planning and development program $2,500 annually toward professional development Wellness program with monthly wellness stipend Company cellphone or cellphone plan reimbursement Free personalized meal planning and nutrition support with a registered dietitian Employee assistance program Employee discounts Luster is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to criminal history, race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. This employer participates in E‑Verify. The employer will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee’s I‑9 to confirm work authorization. All positions may be subject to a background check and drug test once a conditional offer of employment is made for any convictions directly related to its duties and responsibilities, in accordance with all applicable local, state, and/or federal regulations. #J-18808-Ljbffr Luster National, Inc.