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Sr Project Controls Manager Job Locations US-CA-Concord Requisition ID 2026-12953 Category Scheduling Overview Do you consider yourself to be a highly technical, strong communicator with the desire ...

Overview We are seeking a Senior Project Controls Manager to join our team in Santa Ana, CA. Responsible to the client for managing project controls and ensuring that established procedures for ...

Gilbane is seeking a Sr. Project Controls Manager that is capable of fulfilling the cost and schedule requirements of multiple large projects or programs, including day-to-day interface with project ...

Job Summary Join TYLin as a dynamic Senior Project Controls Manager for our Program Controls team in San Francisco, where you'll take the lead in delivering an exciting Capital Improvement Program! W ...

LAWA Senior Project Controls Manager V

CA · On-site

$230K - $250K/yr

Vision insurance Pacific Pros is seeking Sr. Project Controls Manager (Level V) to be a representative for Los Angeles World Airport (LAWA). Work Location: LAWA has required the candidates be local ...

Professional Experience Level/Other Qualifications • 15 years or more of project controls experience preferably in a public-sector airport. • Demonstrated project controls experience managing the ...

Professional Experience Level/Other Qualifications • 15 years or more of project controls experience preferably in a public-sector airport. • Demonstrated project controls experience managing the ...

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 ...

... senior management and stakeholders on project status, performance metrics, deviations from the baseline, and potential challenges; and recommend appropriate corrective actions. • Track adherence ...

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Sr Project Controls Manager information

What is the difference between Sr Project Controls Manager vs Project Controls Engineer?

AspectSr Project Controls ManagerProject Controls Engineer
CredentialsTypically requires PMP, Primavera, or MS Project certificationsOften holds a bachelor's degree in engineering or construction management, with some certifications
Work EnvironmentLeads project controls teams, manages budgets, schedules, and risk at a strategic levelPerforms detailed scheduling, cost analysis, and data tracking under supervision
Industry UsageUsed in large-scale, complex projects across construction, oil & gas, and infrastructureCommonly employed in project planning and execution phases, often in engineering firms

The main difference is that the Sr Project Controls Manager oversees the entire project controls process, focusing on strategic management, while the Project Controls Engineer handles detailed scheduling and cost tracking tasks. The manager role involves leadership and decision-making, whereas the engineer role is more technical and execution-focused.

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

A Sr Project Controls Manager often encounters challenges such as coordinating between multiple project stakeholders, adapting to shifting project scopes, and ensuring accurate schedule and cost forecasting. Managing these complexities requires strong communication skills, robust analytical tools, and proactive risk management. Building strong relationships across departments and regularly updating project baselines can help preempt issues and keep projects on track. Additionally, fostering a culture of transparency and continuous improvement within the team is key to overcoming obstacles and delivering successful outcomes.

What is a Sr Project Controls Manager?

A Sr Project Controls Manager is a senior-level professional responsible for overseeing the planning, monitoring, and controlling of project costs, schedules, and resources. They ensure that projects are completed on time and within budget by implementing effective project control systems and processes. This role often involves analyzing project performance, managing risks, and providing guidance to project teams to improve efficiency and outcomes. Sr Project Controls Managers typically work in industries such as construction, engineering, and energy, where large-scale projects require meticulous coordination and control.

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

To thrive as a Sr Project Controls Manager, you need deep expertise in project management, cost control, scheduling, risk analysis, and typically a degree in engineering, construction management, or a related field. Mastery of technical tools such as Primavera P6, MS Project, Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS), and often certifications like PMP or CCP are highly valued. Exceptional leadership, analytical thinking, and strong communication skills help you manage teams and navigate complex project challenges. These competencies ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget while maintaining quality and stakeholder satisfaction.
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Sr Project Controls Manager

Gilbane Federal

Concord, CA • On-site

Other

Medical, Retirement

Posted 19 days ago


Job description

Sr Project Controls Manager
Job Locations US-CA-Concord
Requisition ID 2026-12953 Category Scheduling
Overview

Do you consider yourself to be a highly technical, strong communicator with the desire to work in a team environment on complex projects? Gilbane is seeking a Sr. Project Controls Manager that is capable of fulfilling the cost and schedule requirements of multiple large projects or programs, including day-to-day interface with project management, client and contractor personnel, while overseeing and developing junior to mid-level project controls staff. This role will sit primarily in the office.

Who are we?

As a Top-10 ENR Contractor, Gilbane is a family-owned business with 45 offices that has been shaping communities since 1870. Consistently recognized as one of the most reputable construction management firms in the country, Gilbane is committed to delivering projects safely and on-time. You will have the opportunity to build schools, labs, hospitals, corporate offices, sports arenas and more!

We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Who are you?

You are a coach/leader who leads with an inclusive and empathetic mindset. You provide feedback and guidance to help others excel in their current or future roles. You determine priorities, delegate work, and effectively communicate progress. You establish measures to assess the impact, quality, and timeliness of results while praising successes and sharing lessons learned. You build high performing teams by attracting, engaging, developing, and retaining talented individuals through motivation and discipline to maximize impact on the organization and the individual.

You leverage business insights by understanding industry trends, local market/economic conditions, and Gilbane's business model to make critical decisions and create competitive advantage. You deploy a strategic mindset when considering solutions to long-term opportunities and risks that may develop in the future.

Your core values match Gilbane's: Integrity, Caring, Teamwork, Toughmindedness, Dedication to Excellence, Discipline, Loyalty, and Entrepreneurship.

What's in it for you?

Gilbane offers employees multi-dimensional training opportunities through a number of resources. While managing your responsibilities to projects, you will be able to enroll in trainings through our award-winning Gilbane University to build leadership and technical skills. In addition, you would work with an experienced team which provides you with the opportunity to learn new industry skills every day. You will protect and promote the interests of both Gilbane and the client in all matters as well as demonstrating the personal characteristics of a developing leader.

Responsibilities
    Contribute to the interpretation of the proposal or project contract. Develop and execute the strategy and plan for project control activities that support the overall proposal strategy or project requirements. Identify risk areas and recommend mitigation plans.
  • Establish and effectively leverage cross-discipline relationships within the business unit to facilitate project controls.
  • Provide leadership in interpreting, integrating, and communicating emerging business/industry trends and the implications of these trends for cost control, planning/scheduling, and estimating.
  • Provide project control leadership on strategic initiatives within a business unit and project controls leadership on cross-business unit initiatives.
  • Create, implement, and execute proper controls to proactively support, monitor, and communicate budget, actual status, and forecast costs, labor hours and quantities for business unit and cross-business unit projects.
  • Develop, publish, and promote the use of procedures.
  • Establish and maintain a work process that identifies and quantifies project cost trends. Take direct action to either include trends in the forecast or develop a mitigation program with the project or management team.
  • Provide consistency between cost control, and scheduling
  • Supervise the development and issuance of timely cost control reports. Prepare and issue cost control analysis narratives including recommendations for corrective actions that are used by business unit management and project teams to manage the work.
  • Define and advise the project team to take specific actions to effectively manage cash flow.
  • Supervise the development, approval, and issuance of client and internal status reports that effectively communicate cost status and trends.
  • Motivate the project team to define corrective actions for implementation.
  • Establish and effectively leverage cross-discipline relationships within the business unit to facilitate project controls.
  • Establish and maintain a project program that identifies and quantifies project labor hour forecasts.
  • Prepare and issue schedule analysis narratives including recommendations for corrective actions that are used by business unit management and project teams to manage the work.
  • Work with contract administration to ensure projects comply with federal requirements and audits regarding TIA's and REA development and negotiations.
  • Responsible for the career development and coaching of team members.
  • Fosters a positive and inclusive work environment to motivate and engage team members.
  • Interprets and translates the organizational strategy, ensuring team understanding of their role in accomplishing strategic goals.
  • Collaborates closely with business development to ensure seamless integration with sales strategies including performance metrics on your assigned projects, pursuits, and client deliverables. Actively participates in opportunities to strengthen client, partner, and industry relationships that position Gilbane as the "Builder of Choice".
Qualifications

EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION

  • BS or AA in Accounting, Finance, Business, Engineering, Architecture or related field
  • 15-20+ years of progressive experience with increasing responsibility
  • Or equivalent combination of education and experience

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

  • Develop, implement and train on standard and project specific cost control procedures in accordance with the Division and/or Business Unit procedures
  • Identify and communicate key cost issues to project/construction and operations management in a timely manner to allow corrective action to be implemented
  • Tutor and guide project controls staff in project controls fundamentals, procedures and guidelines
  • Deploy and modify project control systems as appropriate to support project specific execution requirements
  • Implement / effectively use / train on company-standard and industry- standard project controls tools and systems to include Primavera Products, MS Project, Deltek Acumen Fuse, etc.

Salary to be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, and/or experience of the applicant, as well as the internal equity and alignment with the team.

For California this ranges from $180,000-225,000 plus benefits and retirement program.

Gilbane offers an excellent total compensation package which includes competitive health and welfare benefits and a generous profit-sharing/401k plan. We invest in our employees' education and have built Gilbane University into a top training organization in the construction industry. Qualified applicants who are offered a position must pass a pre-employment substance abuse test.

Gilbane is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or disability status. Click here to view the physical demands and working conditions required to perform this role. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

Note to Recruiters, Placement Agencies, and Similar Organizations: Gilbane does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Please do not forward unsolicited agency resumes to our jobs alias, website, or to any Gilbane employee. Gilbane will not pay fees to any third party agency or firm and will not be responsible for any agency fees associated with unsolicited resumes. Unsolicited resumes received will be considered property of Gilbane and will be processed accordingly.

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