Project Controls Manager

Project Controls ManagerThe Project Controls Manager will support and lead project controls functions across integrated design and construction projects within our advanced facilities portfolio. This role partners closely with design, engineering, and construction leadership to provide cost, schedule, forecasting, and performance visibility throughout the full project lifecycle — from early design through construction closeout.The ideal candidate brings a strong background supporting technically complex projects, understands how project controls evolve from design into execution, and can drive predictable outcomes through data-driven insights.ResponsibilitiesLead project controls activities across both design-phase and construction-phase projects, including cost control, scheduling, forecasting, and performance reportingDevelop, manage, and maintain project budgets, cost-loaded schedules, and cash flow forecasts from early design through constructionSupport design-phase cost modeling, schedule development, and scope validation in partnership with engineering and estimating teamsOversee change management across design development and construction execution, including trend logs, change estimates, and impact analysisProvide regular project performance and forecast reporting to Project Directors, leadership, and clientsIdentify cost, schedule, and execution risks and mitigation strategies across design development and field executionEnsure alignment with CRB project controls standards, tools, and reporting templatesSupport baseline development, earned value analysis, progress measurement, and productivity trackingCollaborate with estimating, procurement, contracting, engineering, and construction teams throughout the full project lifecycleMentor and support project controls staff, cost engineers, and analysts as neededParticipate in internal and client-facing meetings representing CRB's project controls expertiseQualificationsBachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.Minimum of 10 years of experience in project controls, cost management, or project management within a construction, EPC, or design-build environmentExperience supporting GMP-regulated or highly technical Life Science design and/or constructionDemonstrated experience supporting both design and construction phases of complex projectsStrong understanding of cost control, scheduling (Primavera P6 or similar), forecasting, and earned value managementExperience working in design-build, integrated EPC, or engineer-led project delivery modelsAdvanced proficiency in Excel and project controls software/toolsStrong financial acumen and ability to translate project data into actionable insightsExcellent communication skills with the ability to work across engineering, construction, and leadership teamsAbility to operate effectively in fast-paced, technically complex project environmentsPreferred QualificationsBackground working in an engineer-led organizationPrior experience mentoring or leading a project controls or cost management team