Project Controls Manager

Project Controls ManagerMcGough is a respected partner that brings six generations of experience to high profile, unique and complex construction projects. We take great pride in our people and their extraordinary expertise in planning, development, construction and facility management. McGough employee tenure reflects the commitment and pride we share in our work. We are seeking highly motivated and experienced Senior Project Controls Managers to join our team and oversee the planning, execution, and closeout of project controls functions for complex, mission critical construction projects.The primary role of the Senior Project Controls Manager (SPCM) is managing all project controls, including the responsibilities and tasks outlined below.Job Summary:The Project Controls Manager is responsible for the overall management and implementation of project controls processes, including cost control, scheduling, planning, risk management, and performance reporting for large-scale, complex construction projects. This role ensures projects are delivered on time, within budget, and according to contractual requirements. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of construction practices, project management principles, and possess excellent analytical and communication skills. Additionally, this candidate will be integral in communication, training and implementation of project controls processes developed by the Planning and Scheduling Department.Develop and Implement Project Controls Systems:Establish and maintain project controls procedures, guidelines, and systems for cost management, scheduling, risk management, and performance reporting in alignment with the McGough Planning and Scheduling Standards.Cost Management:Budgeting, tracking expenditures, forecasting costs, and identifying cost-saving opportunities to avoid budget overruns.Risk Management:Proactively identifying potential risks, developing mitigation strategies, and monitoring their impact on the project. Analyzing data to identify trends and potential problemsPlanning & Forecasting:Develop project execution plans, resource plans, and cash flow forecasts. Contribute to the development of project scope and work breakdown structures (WBS).Performance Reporting:Prepare and present regular project performance reports to management and clients. Analyze project data and provide insights into project performance.Performance Measurement:Using metrics like earned value management (EVM) to track progress against the plan and identify areas needing adjustment.Change Management:Controlling and managing any changes to the project scope, ensuring proper documentation and cost adjustments.Quality Assurance:Implementing quality control measures to ensure the project meets specified standards through inspections and testing.Document Control:Maintaining accurate and up-to-date project documentation to facilitate decision-making and communication.Stakeholder Communication:Regularly updating all relevant stakeholders on project progress, potential issues, and necessary adjustments.Technology Utilization:Employing project management software to streamline data collection, analysis, and reporting.Continuous Improvement:Identify opportunities for improvement in project controls processes and implement best practices.In addition to managing project controls, the PCM is responsible for:Integrating with the Project Scheduler and Estimator to provide a collaborative deliverableMentoring and coaching other project team members, including subcontract partners, on the project controls systemContinuing to develop skills to successfully manage projectsUnderstanding scope changes and performing quantity take-offs, pricing, and tracking all project revisionsFostering and building relationships with owners, design partners, subcontractors and suppliersQualifications:Required:Must be familiar with a self-perform project environmentMinimum of 8 years of experience in project controls management, preferably with mission-critical or large complex construction projects.Proven experience in managing project costs, schedules, and risks for large-scale projects.Proficiency in project controls software (e.g., Primavera P6, MS Project, InEight cost estimating software).Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.Strong communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.Ability to work independently and as part of a team.Thorough and detail-orientedAbility to prioritize and multi-task within time constraintsSelf-starter and motivated with minimal supervisionOn the job field experiencePreferred:Four-year degree in Construction Management, Construction Engineering or related degreeEngineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) experienceExperience using project controls software such as P6, InEight Project ControlsOffice and Travel:Office: Various jobsites and/or corporate/regional office.Travel: Some travel involved as needed.Responsibilities and Tasks:Pursuits, Estimating and PreconstructionAssist pursuit team in understanding prospective projects and requirementsDevelop bidding framework for integration into McGough project controlsAssist pursuit team in reviewing subcontractor responses to RFQs and RFPsDevelop conceptual pricing estimates using cost history databaseCloseout pursuits for both wins and losses with historical dataBenchmark historical data for evaluation during final estimate reviewsPerform quantity take-offs and assist in estimatingTake the lead on updating controls estimate through various stages of engineeringCoordinate with subcontractors on required format and deliverables for controls dataComprehensive understanding of what is included in subcontractor package scopePage turn review with subcontractors, field staff and engineering staff prior to subcontract awardParticipate in preparation of preconstruction estimate and cost modelCreate and maintain control estimateScheduling and Controls ManagementUnderstand and implement accepted Planning & Scheduling and Earned Value Management (EVM) best practicesSupport planning and schedule development efforts alongside Project Manager and Superintendents, utilizing company standard practices.Collaborate and make recommendations to project management team in planning the work, including developing Work-Breakdown Structure (WBS), durations, and sequencing the work based on project quantities and cost/production history database.Analyze drawings, specifications, and construction related documents in preparation and acceptance of usable Baseline schedules for constructionDevelop reports to measure and utilize analytics to identify and measure project needs and trendsEffectively cost and manpower load schedules for use during the execution of the projectPrepare reporting from schedules including EVM analysis, integration of cost and scheduleEvaluate the actual construction status relative to proposed plan using EVM best practicesAnalyze and communicate the impact of potential and actual changes to the schedulePrepare Time Impact Analyses per recommended practices by commonly accepted standardsAssist project teams to develop "what if" scenarios to explore alternate sequencing, resource utilization, document, mitigate or avoid schedule delaysDevelop detailed construction schedules using Primavera P6 and other industry leading softwareCoordination with non-construction processes i.e. submittals, preconstruction, design, procurement and permitting progressWork with our Last Planner team and project teams to gather weekly work plans and pull plan information from subcontractors and update weekly work plansParticipate in weekly subcontractor meetings on various projectsTrain, implement and utilize McGough Standard short interval planning and lookahead schedulesIdentify and track project constraintsEvaluate project schedule progress