Matrix Project Services

Manager Project Controls

Matrix Project Services Houston, Texas, United States

Construction · 51-200 employees

Sep 16
Principal (10+ yrs) Full-time United States
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About the role

The Project Controls Manager supervises cost control, scheduling, and field coordinators while overseeing the execution of change order estimating and cost reporting. They are responsible for developing systems to manage EPC projects and interfacing with clients to provide accurate cost and schedule data.

What they look for

Project controls Cost control Scheduling Change order estimating EPC project management Resource planning Cost reporting Primavera MS Word Excel Access Construction management Engineering practices Procurement Leadership Communication

Requirements

Candidates should have a Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering or Construction Management and at least 10 years of relevant experience in EPC projects. Proficiency in Primavera and Microsoft Office suite is required, along with the ability to travel to project sites.

Benefits

Medical plan Dental plan Vision plan Disability benefits Life insurance AD&D insurance Employee assistance program 401(k) plan Employee stock purchase plan Wellness program Adoption assistance Paid time off Tuition reimbursement Performance bonus Safety bonus

Full description

Job Summary

The Site Based Project Controls Manager is responsible for the development, execution, and supervision of the Cost Control, Progress and Performance (Earned Value), Project Scheduling, and assigned department personnel. The Project Controls Manager will report to Project Management and Department Functional lead.

Travel Requirements: Must be willing and able to travel to assigned project site locations as required. Per diem will be provided for eligible travel assignments in accordance with company policy.

Essential Functions

  • Actively supports the Company’s commitment to safety and its Core Values.
  • Represent the Company at all times with high moral standards while adhering to the Company’s Code of Business Conduct and Ethics.
  • Responsible for the development, implementation, and execution of all cost control, reporting, change management, scheduling, and underlying procedures and systems and tools.
  • Ensure proper systems are developed, maintained, and employed that provides internal and external project and operational management the required data and tools to analyze, report, and communicate project risk.
  • Development and maintenance of project specific cost and work breakdown structure that converts the estimating data into a work breakdown structure for cost control, analysis, forecasting, reporting, scheduling alignment, resource planning systems, change management, and quantity management as well as project-based ad-hoc reporting.
  • Assist in the development of project specific tools to forecast quantities, hours, cost, and durations, as well as track changes from estimate variance from project kick-off through project close-out.
  • Assist in the project set-up and close-out work process to ensure adherence to Company standards and contractual requirements.
  • Coordinate project change management reporting and analysis.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering or Construction Management preferred, or equivalent combination of education/experience in lieu of a degree.
  • 8+ years of relevant Project Controls experience for Industrial engineering and construction projects.
  • Ability to interpret contract terms, conditions, and exhibits as applicable to client and project requirements.
  • Knowledge of Engineering, Procurement, Fabrication, and Construction practices, sequencing and scheduling.
  • Comfortable working within deadline driven environments.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Strong computer skills including MS Word, Excel, Access, Estimating systems.
  • Experience with Primavera (P6) scheduling software.
  • Familiarity with Penta Accounting software is a plus.
  • Previous supervisory or lead experience preferred.
  • Ability to travel as required.

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In addition, full-time employees are offered a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, disability benefits, life and AD&D insurance, an employee assistance program (EAP), a 401(k) plan with company match, an employee stock purchase plan (ESPP), a robust wellness program and adoption assistance. Some employees may also be eligible for paid time off, tuition reimbursement and a performance or safety bonus program.

At Matrix, we are dedicated to building a culture of engagement, respect, collaboration and teamwork. We encourage all whose experience aligns with the listed qualifications to apply and explore joining our organization.

EEO/M/F/Disability/Vets Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, genetic information, marital status, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristic or category.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.