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Crox Consulting Inc

Project Controls Analyst

Palo, IA · On-site

Project Controls Analyst We are seeking an experienced Project Controls Analyst to join the Duane ... Third Party Consultant Management: Oversee and manage third-party accounting consultants ...

Weitz

Project Controls Data Analyst

Des Moines, IA · On-site

Support cost management efforts by integrating budget, forecast, and actual cost data into BI ... or project controls environment is a plus * Knowledge of Lean principles desired * Bachelor ...

Keen Project Solutions LLC

Project Manager

Ankeny, IA · On-site

This role provides daily oversight of field operations, proactively manages project controls and reporting to maintain schedule, cost, and margin performance, and serves as the central coordinator ...

Tri-City Group

Project Manager

Cedar Rapids, IA

The Project Manager leads the execution of assigned electrical scope on large-scale construction ... Coordinate with project controls, BIM, procurement, and field teams * Identify risks, constraints ...

Tri-City Group

Project Manager

Cedar Rapids, IA · On-site

The Project Manager leads the execution of assigned electrical scope on large-scale construction ... Coordinate with project controls, BIM, procurement, and field teams * Identify risks, constraints ...

Loenbro

Project Manager- SIP

Cedar Rapids, IA

$88K - $119K/yr

Job Summary Lead project controls and delivery for the Scaffold, Insulation, and Passive (SIP) scopes on a large data center program. Manage $10M+ in scaffold and insulation work using Primavera P6 ...

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Loenbro

Project Manager- SIP

Cedar Rapids, IA · On-site

Job Summary Lead project controls and delivery for the Scaffold, Insulation, and Passive (SIP) scopes on a large data center program. Manage $10M+ in scaffold and insulation work using Primavera P6 ...

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What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Manager Project Controls, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Manager Project Controls, you need expertise in project management, cost control, scheduling, and risk analysis, typically supported by a degree in engineering, construction management, or a related field. Familiarity with tools like Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, and earned value management (EVM) systems, as well as certifications such as PMP or CCP, is highly valued. Strong leadership, analytical thinking, and effective communication are essential soft skills for coordinating teams and stakeholders. These skills and qualifications ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget, while maintaining quality and mitigating risks.

What are some common challenges faced by a Manager Project Controls, and how can they be effectively managed?

Manager Project Controls often encounter challenges such as maintaining accurate project schedules, managing cost overruns, and ensuring timely communication across diverse project teams. Balancing competing priorities and adapting to changing project scopes also require strong analytical and interpersonal skills. Effective management involves implementing robust project control systems, fostering open communication with stakeholders, and regularly reviewing project metrics to identify and address potential issues early. Building strong relationships with project managers, engineers, and finance teams is crucial for aligning project objectives and ensuring project success.

What are Manager Project Controls?

A Manager Project Controls is a professional responsible for overseeing the planning, scheduling, cost estimating, risk assessment, and performance measurement of projects within an organization. They ensure that projects are delivered on time and within budget by implementing effective control systems and processes. This role involves coordinating with project managers, engineers, and stakeholders to monitor progress and identify potential issues before they impact project outcomes. Manager Project Controls play a critical role in improving project efficiency, minimizing risks, and ensuring successful project delivery.

What is the difference between Manager Project Controls vs Project Scheduler?

AspectManager Project ControlsProject Scheduler
Primary FocusOversees overall project cost, schedule, and risk managementDevelops and maintains project schedules and timelines
CertificationsPMI-SP, PMP, or similar; often requires experience in project controlsPrimarily PMI-SP or scheduling-specific certifications
Work EnvironmentManagement level, coordinating across teams and departmentsTechnical role focused on schedule development and updates
Industry UsageCommon in construction, engineering, and large-scale projectsUsed in similar industries, often as a supporting role

The Manager Project Controls oversees the entire project control process, including cost, schedule, and risk management, while the Project Scheduler focuses specifically on creating and maintaining project schedules. Both roles require related certifications and are integral to project success, but they differ in scope and responsibilities.

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Senior Project Controls Specialist

Senior Project Controls Specialist

Stanley Consultants

Des Moines, IA • Hybrid

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 23 days ago

Job description

Stanley Consultants is an award-winning and industry-leading global consulting engineering firm, with an unmatched commitment to culture, values, and ethics. We are dedicated to client experience and solve the most complex challenges to create a sustainable, connected, and enriched world for all. As the world changes, Stanley strategically evolves with it, integrating the latest technology, innovation, and resiliency practices.
 
With over a century of experience serving the energy, federal government, transportation, and water sectors, we have helped improve lives and shape the infrastructure systems that connect us. As an employee-owned organization with a People First approach, we stand apart from other engineering consulting and services firms. At Stanley, your voice counts, your growth matters, and your success is our success.
 
Stanley Consultants offers flexible work options, competitive pay and great benefits, a strong sense of community, and the chance to build a meaningful, long-term career!

Job Title - Senior Project Controls Specialist
Location - Austin, TX | Chicago, IL | Denver, CO | Des Moines, IA | Jackson, MI | Minneapolis, MN | Muscatine, IA | Phoenix, AZ | Remote, US | or Salt Lake City, UT
Job Type - Hybrid
Requisition ID - 11165
 
This position is responsible for directing a project team in the execution of all project controls processes and systems on a major project or a number of smaller projects. Under limited supervision, will perform the more complex aspects of project control activities, ensuring that all project control activities such as project administration, change management, project estimating, cost management, earned value management, and schedule management are executed in a timely fashion and in accordance with all company standards and contractual requirements. May be in a lead position on assigned projects.
What You Will Be Doing:
  • Responsible for the development of scope, schedule, budget, earned value and estimate to complete data for assigned tasks.
  • Lead in the creation of Work Breakdown Structures (WBS) and development of schedules and budget data (including resource loading) for those WBS elements.
  • Analyze cost data to the extent that corrective action can be taken to minimize project losses and the estimate to complete projections are defendable. Assembles and compiles schedule and cost data and inputs into the project control database and provide output to the project team.
  • Analyze schedule progress and performance and identify developing problem areas as well as maintain a checks and balances process with the project management team in determining the financial health of a project.
  • Consistently estimate accurate completion time of own assignments and coordinate with project team.
  • Read and interpret design drawings and perform quantity survey techniques in developing construction status.
  • Take the lead in the development and maintenance of any periodic (daily, weekly, monthly) status reports to keep management and/or owner informed on the project progress. These reports may include labor productivity, schedule status, financial analysis, Cost Performance Reports (CPR), and earned value curves reports on either direct or indirect construction activities.
  • Maintain all subsidiary reports such as personnel staffing, and release schedules, equipment schedules, etc., to facilitate good cost projections (EAC).
  • Perform detailed variance analysis of project cost and schedule performance and present the analysis to senior management.
  • Develop defensive and offensive positions relative to project claims and analysis.
  • Advise management of risks that may affect project profit, costs, schedules and client relations.
  • Support the Project Management team in maintaining timely and effective trend and change management processes, procedures, and systems.
  • Assist project manager in following Company Project Delivery Model (PDM)
  • Apply and monitor company quality assurance guidelines and procedures for project document management throughout project.
  • Provide technical guidance (QA/QC), mentoring, and career development counseling for junior level Project Controls staff.
  • Provide dedicated non-technical project and administrative support to multiple project managers and project team members.
  • On field assignments, assist with quantity tracking and retrieving project data from subcontractors.
  • Assist in developing proposals, reviewing RFPs and working with Project Managers to develop responses and fee estimate development.
  • Attend project meetings and assist with deliverable scheduling and coordinating under direction of project managers and project controls.
  • Coordinate with Project Managers to maintain project financials in order, updating Deltek Vantagepoint (VP) regularly and timely for accurate Estimates to Complete (ETC).
  • Assist Project Manager's setting up sub-consultant agreements, assisting in approval and execution workflow.
  • Monitor coordination with sub-consultants on project documentation and deliverables.
Required Qualifications:
  • Bachelors of Science in Construction Management, Engineering, Project Management, Business or related field; or equivalent experience.
  • A minimum of 10 to 15 years planning/scheduling and cost engineering experience in a construction and engineering environment or equivalent experience. Must possess technical and practical application of engineering, procurement and construction functions.
  • Advanced skills with project management software such as Primavera P6 and spreadsheet and word processing software such as Microsoft Excel and Word. Knowledge of Cost Management tools (e.g. COBRA, eBuilder), Microsoft Project and PowerBI software preferred. Must be able to understand accounting systems in support of the job cost tracking system.
  • Must be able to demonstrate required knowledge of project control principles; understand the principles and concepts of cost engineering as it relates to budgeting, monitoring, and tracking actual costs, change orders and forecasting.
  • Must have hands-on experience and be able to set up basic design and construction schedules and possess the knowledge of calculating physical percent complete and calculating overall percent complete for the project.
  • Must understand the various contract types (i.e. cost plus, T&M, FFP) and provide interpretation of the prime contract requirements.
  • Strengths in organization, communication, and collaboration in team environment.
$107,300 - $139,475 a year
(Salary range for AZ, CO, IL, and MN locations)
Stanley Consultants is committed to maintaining transparency in our hiring process, including providing information about compensation. The starting salary for the successful candidate in this position is competitive and will be determined by the selected candidate's qualifications and experience, geographic location, internal equity, company policy and practices. In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are disclosed for positions and locations where required.
Work-Life Balance
We realize there's more to life than just work. We help you meet the demands of work, family and personal life through several flexible options.
 
What we offer:
Member-Owned. Member-ownership is at the heart of our culture, aligning client satisfaction, company performance, and personal reward.
Paid Time Away. Stanley Consultants offers numerous paid holidays, generous paid time off (PTO), parental leave, and professional development leave.
Health Insurance. We provide a comprehensive insurance package including medical, dental, vision, FSA, HSA, Doctor On Demand, wellness reimbursement, and mental health resources.
Financial Health. We offer life insurance, short- and long-term disability insurance, identity theft protection, and many other benefits.
Professional Growth. When your skills grow, so do we, which is why we offer tuition assistance, professional society membership, and more.
Financial Rewards. We share our prosperity with members through company stock ownership, a generous 401K match, incentive compensation, and profit-sharing contributions to retirement 401K plans.
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Learn more about Stanley Consultants in this short video:  Working at Stanley Consultants
 
Stanley Consultants does not welcome unsolicited resumes from staffing and recruiting agencies. Any unsolicited resumes submitted to Stanley Consultants, including but not limited to resumes submitted directly to Stanley Consultants members, or any of our representatives, will be deemed the property of Stanley Consultants.
 
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
 
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
 
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