Project Controls Manager - Cost Control & Planning

The Weitz Company / Contrack Watts, Inc.•Cedar Rapids, IA

About The Position

EPI Power is hiring a Project Controls Manager - Cost Control & Planning to join our growing team. This role will be responsible for actively managing project risk while collaborating with project teams. The Project Controls Manager closely monitors project cost, progress, scheduling, and quality including scopes of work and forecast completion. The ideal candidate is open to relocating for future project needs. This role requires the ability to work 6 days per week, Monday – Saturday. EPI Power, LLC (“EPI”) is a licensed electrical contractor and subsidiary of The Weitz Company that specializes in data centers. Our mission is to safely deliver industry-leading electrical construction solutions on a fast-track basis. We believe our employees to be our most valuable asset, and we are committed to growing a diverse and inclusive culture that inspires, motivates, and continuously improves.

Requirements

7+ years of experience in construction project management, project scheduling, or cost controls
An industry related bachelor's degree is required. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
Project management and analytical skills
Strong problem solving and decision-making skills
Desire to work in a collaborative, supportive, team environment
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Organized and a high attention to detail
Strong relationship building skills
Proficient in basic computer software including Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook
Experience with industry-related software such as Bluebeam and Procore
Ability to learn specific job-related software upon hire

Nice To Haves

LEAN principles experience is a plus

Responsibilities

Manage and monitor compliance with project scheduling, quality control, and reporting requirements
Create, monitor, and manage project financials and cost reporting
Ensure project schedule is updated weekly; identify and address long lead items; discuss with project leadership as needed
Review schedule updates and status, cost updates, and cost projections with project teams
Understand contract terms and obligations to ensure work in progress is within scope; coordinate and communicate with applicable project team members
Collaborate with project team to implement and monitor compliance of the project quality control plan and related programs
Assess and monitor established workflows and/or systems to ensure maximum utilization across platforms; identify and initiate process enhancements
Attend and lead regular project meetings
Assist with preconstruction efforts (i.e. create preliminary schedule, detect constructability issues)
Partner with project team to implement and execute project goals
Foster and maintain positive working relationships with all personnel involved in the construction process
Identify and approve value engineering and scope reduction opportunities within delegated authority