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Project Controls Manager

San Diego, CA · On-site

$130K - $165K/yr

Project Controls Manager This role is pivotal in overseeing project finances for a significant educational district, collaborating closely with various construction partners. The Project Controls ...

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The Project Controls Manager will provide strategic oversight and leadership of all project controls functions, including cost management, scheduling, risk analysis, and performance reporting for ...

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Project Controls Manager Client Benefits Competitive Salary 401(k) with employer matching Medical, Dental, Vision, Short-term, Long-term, Life Insurance, PTO, etc. What You Will Be Doing Are you a ...

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As of Jul 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for project controls manager job in the United States is $116,307.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $85,000.00 and $143,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Project Controls Manager Job vs Cost Engineer?

AspectProject Controls Manager JobCost Engineer
CredentialsPMI-SP, AACE certifications, relevant degreesAACE certifications, engineering or finance degrees
Work EnvironmentLarge projects, construction, engineering firmsConstruction, manufacturing, infrastructure projects
Employer & IndustryConstruction, oil & gas, engineering firmsConstruction, industrial, infrastructure sectors

The Project Controls Manager Job and Cost Engineer roles both focus on project cost and schedule management. While the Project Controls Manager oversees overall project controls including scheduling, risk, and cost, the Cost Engineer primarily concentrates on cost estimation, budgeting, and cost control. Both roles require similar certifications and often work within the same industries, but the Project Controls Manager has broader responsibilities for integrating various control functions.

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Project Controls Manager

Project Controls Manager

Boutique Recruiting

San Diego, CA • On-site

$130K - $165K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Position Title: Project Controls Manager
This role is pivotal in overseeing project finances for a significant educational district, collaborating closely with various construction partners. The Project Controls Manager will ensure that all financial aspects of construction projects align with budgetary constraints and educational goals. The position demands a high level of expertise in project controls, particularly within K-12 and K-14 environments in California. This role involves navigating complex challenges and requires effective communication to balance the needs of multiple stakeholders. The successful candidate will contribute to the successful delivery of both retrofit and new build projects, making a meaningful impact on the educational infrastructure.
Salary Range: $130,000 - $165,000 / Year DOE
Project Controls Manager Responsibilities:
  • Conduct project cost analysis to ensure financial accountability
  • Perform project schedule analysis to track progress and identify delays
  • Execute project risk analysis to mitigate potential issues
  • Manage interdepartmental collaboration and communication
  • Review project budgets against management expectations
  • Provide insights on available funds for the school district
  • Address inquiries regarding financial processes

Project Controls Manager Requirements:
  • 10 years of project controls experience with at least 3+ years in California K-14 or K-12 education
  • Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, business, construction management, or engineering
  • Expert level proficiency in Primavera P6 and advanced Excel skills
  • Experience with client representative firms focused on K-12 and K-14 projects
  • Project cost analysis experience is preferred
  • Project schedule analysis experience is preferred
  • Project risk analysis experience is preferred
  • Power BI is preferred

Benefits:
  • Medical coverage with 50% of the plan cost covered for the candidate and family
  • 401k plan with a 3% match after three months of employment
  • PTO of two weeks for up to five years, with an additional week thereafter
  • Ten standard federal holidays plus one floating holiday
  • Paid training opportunities available

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We are a team with shared goals; mindfully placing candidates in the workforce to successfully fulfill their career ambitions while encouraging a sense of purpose and value. We have created a new kind of placement firm — one that values connection, personalization, commitment, impact, boldness and achievement. At Boutique Recruiting, our clients, candidates and employees are at the heart of our success.

Industry

Recruiting and staffing services

Company size

51 - 200 Employees

Headquarters location

San Diego, CA, US

Year founded

2014

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