Project Controls Manager

Vanir Construction Management, Inc.•Austin, TX

9d•$109,000 - $114,000

About The Position

Vanir is a proud minority- and woman-owned company, recognized as a national leader in program, project and construction management (PMCM) and real estate development. Since 1964, we have consistently exceeded client expectations. Ranked as a top PMCM firm by Engineering News-Record (ENR) for more than three decades, our award-winning team provides a full range of services to public and private sector clients in the aviation; healthcare; education (K-12 and higher); justice and essential services; science and technology; state and local government; transportation; water and wastewater; energy; and commercial, residential and nonprofit markets. Job Description Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Provide project controls support and oversight by implementing and coordinating project controls systems in support of construction programs and projects Provide project status reporting, cost control, change management, and contract management in coordination with the Client, Project Directors, and Project Managers Evaluate project status against approved project plans, identify variances, and develop strategies to overcome cost and schedule impacts Monitor program and project controls across required platforms, including SharePoint and Owner‑furnished PMIS systems Assist Project Directors with coordination involving corporate contracts, Contracts Administrators, and related stakeholders on new contracts, amendments, subconsultant agreements, and joint venture agreements Develop and implement Project Controls workflows aligned with Client and corporate requirements Provide training and guidance to project team members on project controls processes, standards, and procedures Ensure compliance with established project management standards, policies, and procedures Work closely with Project Managers and leadership teams to support project delivery, deadlines, and contractual requirements Assist Project Directors with project setup in Deltek Vantagepoint (VP), including entry of project plans, verification of executed contract documents, and validation of billing requirements and rates Evaluate corporate and client controls systems and implement best management practices Establish and maintain controls to ensure projects are billed and paid timely Develop and maintain project status reports, dashboards, and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to inform leadership of project performance Support and promote a positive safety culture in accordance with established policies May supervise office or field administrative staff, Field/Project Engineers, Assistant Project Managers, or other assigned personnel

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Construction Science/Management, or a related field preferred
10–15 years of experience in Project Controls, Finance, Contracts, or related construction management roles
Additional qualifying experience may be substituted for education on a year‑for‑year basis
Experience supporting construction projects or programs, preferably in public‑sector environments
Proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite, including SharePoint; experience with Deltek Vantagepoint (VP) preferred
Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to produce clear, client‑ready reports
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment
Experience providing oversight and guidance to project teams; supervisory experience preferred
Knowledge of public purchasing and procurement processes is a plus
Commitment to professional development and engagement in applicable professional or industry organizations encouraged
Demonstrated knowledge of: Project cost control and financial management Change and contract management Project reporting and KPIs Project controls systems and workflows

Responsibilities

Provide project controls support and oversight by implementing and coordinating project controls systems in support of construction programs and projects
Provide project status reporting, cost control, change management, and contract management in coordination with the Client, Project Directors, and Project Managers
Evaluate project status against approved project plans, identify variances, and develop strategies to overcome cost and schedule impacts
Monitor program and project controls across required platforms, including SharePoint and Owner‑furnished PMIS systems
Assist Project Directors with coordination involving corporate contracts, Contracts Administrators, and related stakeholders on new contracts, amendments, subconsultant agreements, and joint venture agreements
Develop and implement Project Controls workflows aligned with Client and corporate requirements
Provide training and guidance to project team members on project controls processes, standards, and procedures
Ensure compliance with established project management standards, policies, and procedures
Work closely with Project Managers and leadership teams to support project delivery, deadlines, and contractual requirements
Assist Project Directors with project setup in Deltek Vantagepoint (VP), including entry of project plans, verification of executed contract documents, and validation of billing requirements and rates
Evaluate corporate and client controls systems and implement best management practices
Establish and maintain controls to ensure projects are billed and paid timely
Develop and maintain project status reports, dashboards, and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to inform leadership of project performance
Support and promote a positive safety culture in accordance with established policies
May supervise office or field administrative staff, Field/Project Engineers, Assistant Project Managers, or other assigned personnel

Benefits

Vanir offers a comprehensive, competitive benefits package that includes 401(k) Savings with employer matching contributions, medical, dental, vision, health savings account (HSA) with employer contributions, life, AD&D and disability benefits, flexible spending account (FSA), voluntary benefits, Teladoc, pet insurance, paid time off, national employee assistance program (EAP) and employee referral program.

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