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 implementation. The role may oversee several Business Unit Managers of Controls Services or lead substantial Project Controls Services areas, such as Processes and Procedures, Research and Development, or Internal Support and Training. The manager leads efforts to improve and implement project controls processes, procedures, systems, and technology across the organization. The position provides guidance to controls managers, supports staffing and personnel development, and serves as a senior resource for audits, assessments, corrective actions, training, and high-level project controls matters. The role may serve as Acting Director of Project Controls when the Director is absent or unavailable due to scheduling conflicts. The position works in a general office environment, with occasional exposure to construction site conditions, and operates in a fast-paced, variable work environment. Zachry states that it is dedicated to providing a safe and drug-free work environment and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Requirements

Associate degree or equivalent, or 10+ 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+ years of industry experience.
8–10+ 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.