Sr. Project Controls Manager

Zachry Group•San Antonio, TX

About The Position

The Senior Project Controls Manager oversees a significant portion of the company’s project controls processes or their implementation. The role may supervise several Business Unit Managers of Controls Services or lead substantial areas of Project Controls Services, such as processes and procedures, research and development, or internal support and training. The manager provides senior-level expertise, supports the Director of Project Controls as needed, and promotes the adoption of best practices and technological advancements.

Requirements

Associate degree or equivalent, or 10 or more years of relevant industry experience.
Over 3–5 years of project controls leadership experience.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Access; Power BI; scheduling software such as Primavera P6; cost and earned value systems; and document control systems.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to lead teams and work collaboratively across departments.
Ability to conduct and present in meetings with project staff, leadership, and clients.
Strong organizational and decision-making abilities.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business, or a related field, with 8 or more years of industry experience.
8–10 or more years of project controls experience in engineering, procurement, or construction environments.

Responsibilities

Lead education and consensus-building efforts with operations personnel regarding Project Controls processes and procedures.
Participate in evaluating and mentoring key personnel and high-potential performers.
Participate in developing future Project Controls processes, procedures, and systems for the organization.
Serve as a resource for auditing, assessment, and corrective actions.
Develop training manuals and procedures.
Support staffing and de-staffing efforts.
Provide guidance to Business Unit Controls Managers.
Act as a spokesperson and leader on interdepartmental projects.
Serve as Acting Director of Project Controls in the Director’s absence or when scheduling conflicts require.
Provide senior-level expertise in situations that warrant it.
Maintain a current understanding of industry trends and developments in project controls and project management, identifying opportunities for improvement.
Lead the implementation and utilization of technological advancements.
Promote the widespread adoption of best practices.