Director of Project Controls

CP Build Enterprises•Cottonwood Heights, UT

About The Position

Director of Project Controls CP Build’s roots go back to 1980 when it was originally known as Cheyenne Products. Cheyenne Products began sourcing interior fixtures and home decor for some of the world’s largest retailers. In 2010, Cheyenne Products was purchased by the JR Miller Group where it continued to grow until 2015 when the commercial group was formed. In 2017, the retail arm was purchased and CP Build was formed with a focus solely on the commercial market. CP Build continues to leverage their international factories and sourcing relationships to provide interior finishes and turn-key install for multi-family and commercial projects (hospitals, schools, airports, hospitality, senior living etc). The company has evolved and grown by adding additional products and work scopes, as well as broadening its install network throughout the United States. Today CP Build is one of the nation’s largest interior finishes providers and installers in the industry. Their unique approach to providing product expertise throughout the bidding process, relentless commitment to sourcing affordable and high-quality product, and ability to provide outstanding customer service during the install process has made CP Build a leader in the industry. The CP Build team is a group of highly talented closely aligned construction professionals mixed with strategic and passionate individuals focused on executing projects and supplying the best-curated products from around the world. The company is built around three core values: Passion, Teamwork, and Execution. CP Build believes nothing is more powerful than a connected group of talented individuals united in building something. CP Build lives its Core Values, which are exhibited in every person, meeting, customer and supplier interaction. It’s in their policies, culture, and DNA. CP Build has experienced tremendous growth and the Company is well-positioned for continued expansion. It’s financially sound, has exceptional operational talent, and enjoys a reputation for very high-quality work. To enhance its foundation for continued growth and success, the Company is seeking to hire a Project Controls leader with a proven track record in developing/managing a high-performing controls function that supports informed decision-making, improved project predictability and quality, and increased project success. This is accomplished using strategic metric tracking and using various data analytics tools as well as reporting tools, to report function results in support of continual business improvement. Reporting to the COO, the Director of Project Controls is responsible for overseeing all project control functions across the organization’s construction projects from bidding/LOI, to production, shipping, and installation. This role ensures consistency in execution, accuracy in reporting, and alignment with performance expectations and organizational goals. The Director will lead teams responsible for scheduling, accurate cost control, and quality assurance verification. The Director of Project Controls will take a significant leadership role in shaping the function and driving the enhancement of processes, systems, and core disciplines that support continued growth through enhanced project success. The position will be expected to integrate the Project Controls function across the organization and implement processes that ensure collaboration with Sales, Engineering, Construction, and other core internal teams.

Requirements

The ideal candidate should be comfortable in a high-growth, hard-working, collaborative environment and will roll up their sleeves in their respective area to push the company forward while contributing to the success of the organization.
The candidate will have successfully led a Project Controls team and bring technical expertise in project management, cost, quality, and schedule control, and risk management from time spent in construction, engineering, infrastructure, energy, and other high-volume project environments.
The candidate must possess strong leadership capabilities, communication and analytical skills, be detail-oriented, adaptable, and able to build trust with stakeholders at all levels.
While the ideal candidate may have come from a broad range of industries, handling a very large portfolio of projects at one time (albeit with a limited scope) is important.
Experience with leading-edge project management, scheduling, project controls processes, and systems, including Oracle Unifier and P6 scheduling software.
Successful leadership responsibility in a multi-craft construction or maintenance contractor characterized by a high volume of geographically diverse projects executed in the field with a diverse customer base.
Experience in a fast-paced field service business with critical requirements for customer service and quality, on-time and on-budget performance.
Demonstrated success in supporting field operations and corporate departments.
Proficient with MS Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
A bachelor’s degree is required, ideally in engineering, supply chain, or construction management, or other applicable curriculum, with at least 10 years of experience.

Nice To Haves

Certifications such as PMP, APICS certifications, or other relevant certifications are a plus.
Leadership & Team Management: Ability to inspire, lead, and develop a high-performing team. Strong delegation and conflict resolution skills.
Attention to Detail Rigorous approach to tracking progress, costs, and changes.
Communication Skills Clear, concise communication with technical and non-technical stakeholders. Skilled at presenting complex information in an understandable way.
Problem-Solving Ability Proactive in identifying issues and implementing effective solutions.
Stakeholder Management Builds strong relationships with project sponsors, clients, and team members. Manages expectations and facilitates collaboration.
Adaptability Comfortable working in fast-paced, changing environments. Open to new technologies and process improvements.
Integrity & Professionalism High ethical standards and commitment to transparency.

Responsibilities

Work with the COO to target project controls priorities based on the highest value outcomes.
With minimal supervision, is responsible for applying data-driven scheduling and project controls techniques and analysis that enhance project performance.
Develop, implement, and maintain standardized project controls systems and procedures across all construction projects.
Maintain a standard Cost Breakdown Structure across all projects within a standard cost sheet.
Oversee the preparation and maintenance of project schedules, budgets, forecasts, and cost reports.
Build and maintain standard cost management and schedule management processes to ensure consistency across the company.
Develop and leverage the quality assurance team to aid in date collection for accurate schedule, cost, and quality of work in place; while minimizing rework and improving customer experience.
Ensure timely and accurate reporting of project performance, including schedule tracking of work in place verses remaining work to complete, cost to date and cost projections, and risk status.
Provide high-level support in decision-making processes by delivering reliable data and analysis to project and executive leadership.
Coordinate with project managers, field operations, and other stakeholders to ensure project objectives are met within prescribed timeframes and budgets.
Utilize resources in schedules for proper resource planning.
Utilize Earned Value Management to help the project teams manage cost and schedule.
Identify, track, and support mitigation of project risks through proactive use of data-driven analysis and recommended intervention while participating in key risk management discussions.
Ensure/maintain/facilitate Oracle Unifier integration and support the development and deployment of other software and tools.
Ensure compliance with company policies, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.
Mentor and develop project controls staff, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
Provide accurate data for assistance with proposal efforts.
Participate in potential claims issues.