Head of Project Management (Construction)

Job Title: Project Controls Manager
Business Unit/Department: Midwest
Reports to: Regional Planning & Controls Director
Employment Type: Full-Time
Loenbro is a trusted, long-term construction lifecycle partner to thousands of customers across the U.Our market spans multiple industries, including mission-critical infrastructure, oil & gas, industrial fabrication, and complex service lines. Our service offerings include Critical Electrical, Mechanical & Structural, Soft Crafts, Inspection, Underground Maintenance & Installation, and Fabrication.
We specialize in simplifying complex construction environments while building long-standing relationships with our partners. With a national footprint and a local approach, every customer benefits from both our capabilities and our commitment to excellence.
The Project Controls Manager supports the Project Controls and Project Management teams by assisting with cost tracking, reporting, and financial controls on large construction projects. This role works directly under the Regional Planning & Controls Director and plays a key role in maintaining accurate job cost data, supporting forecasting efforts, and ensuring timely project reporting.
The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, analytical, and comfortable working in fast-paced, heavy construction environments across industries such as mission-critical, oil & gas, fabrication, and industrial services.
Support job cost tracking, coding, and data entry within company systems

• Assist in maintaining accurate project cost reports, forecasts, and budgets
• Work within Vista (Viewpoint ERP) and other systems to input and validate financial data
• Support project billing, invoice tracking, and cost reconciliation
• Help monitor project budgets vs. Compile and prepare weekly and monthly project reports for internal and client use
• Coordinate with project teams to gather cost, labor, and production data
• Support project closeout activities, including cost reconciliation and final reporting
• Ensure data accuracy and compliance with company processes and procedures
• Assist with internal audits of project cost and reporting systems

3-5 years of experience in project cost control, accounting, or project coordination within construction or industrial environments

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Office Suite
• Strong understanding of Earned Value management best practices and KPI's
• Strong understanding of Change Order Management best practices
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Exposure to P6 (Primavera) or project scheduling tools
• Experience supporting large-scale or "heavy" construction projects
• Background in industries such as electrical, oil & gas, or industrial services

This role operates in both office and project site environments. Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• Paid time off (PTO) and holiday pay
• Life and disability insurance
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

(If you're ready to grow your career in project controls and be part of a high-performing team-we want to hear from you.