Senior Project Controls Manager

4 days ago


Gonzales, United States Forgen Full time
About Us

Discover your future at Forgen

At Forgen, we are committed to building a strong team of amazing people. When you join our team, you open the door to unlimited growth potential and the support of professionals across the country who want to see you succeed. Today, we excel in complex geotechnical and environmental construction services that restore and strengthen our natural surroundings to protect people, communities, and the environment for generations to come. With employees supporting meaningful projects across the United States and Canada, our impact on future generations is only getting started. Whether you're looking to jumpstart your career in the environmental construction industry or a seasoned professional looking to fill one of our open management positions, we invite you to discover your future with Forgen.

Location: Various Projects, as assigned

Employment Type: Exempt, Regular, Full-Time

Manager Position: No

Reports To: Project Director or VP

Travel: Up to 85%

Summary of Functions

The Senior Project Controls Manager is responsible for overseeing the project control functions for large-scale projects, ensuring that project objectives are achieved on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards. This role requires a strategic thinker with a strong background in project management, cost control, scheduling, risk management, and reporting. The Senior Project Controls Manager will lead a team of project control professionals and work closely with project managers, engineers, and other stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
  • Lead and manage the project controls team, including hiring, training, mentoring, and performance management.
  • Develop and implement project control procedures, processes, and systems to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
  • Develop and maintain project schedules, ensuring accurate and timely updates.
  • Identify and analyze project schedule risks and develop mitigation strategies.
  • Work with project managers to ensure that project schedules align with project objectives and timelines.
  • Develop and manage project budgets, ensuring accurate forecasting and cost control.
  • Monitor project costs and expenditures, identifying and addressing any variances.
  • Provide regular cost reports and financial updates to project stakeholders.
  • Identify, assess, and manage project risks, developing risk mitigation plans.
  • Monitor and report on project risk status and escalate issues as necessary.
  • Prepare and present regular project status reports, including progress, cost, and schedule updates.
  • Ensure that project documentation is complete, accurate, and up to date.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with project stakeholders, including clients, contractors, and internal teams.
  • Facilitate communication and collaboration among project team members.
  • Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement best practices in project controls.
  • Stay current with industry trends and developments in project management and project controls.
Experience/Education
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, business administration, or a related field.
  • Minimum of 10 years of experience in project controls, with at least 5 years in a managerial role.
  • Professional certifications such as PMP, CCP, or PMI-SP preferred.
  • Experience in the construction or engineering industry preferred.
  • Valid Driver's License and ability to drive on behalf of company business.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Strong knowledge of project management principles, methodologies, and tools.
  • Proficiency in project management software (e.g., Primavera P6, MS Project) and cost control software.
  • Highly motivated, with a demonstrated passion for excellence and taking initiative.
  • Strong work ethic, willing to do what it takes to get the job done right the first time.
  • Demonstrated commitment to ethics and integrity.
  • Passion for safety, with the ability to help us ensure that nobody gets hurt.
  • Team player with the ability to work independently to meet deadlines, goals and objectives.
  • Strong organization, time management, and attention to detail.
  • Excellent computer skills including knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office, Outlook, and Excel.
  • Above average oral and written communication skills, leadership skills, along with use of independent judgement and creativity applied to resolution of issues.
  • Highly proactive and responsive to internal and external customers.
  • Ability to exercise independent judgment and advise project leadership on complex issues.
  • Good problem-solving skills/decision-making skills.
Physical Demands

The following physical activities or abilities are commonly, but not always, associated with the performance of this position. The actual requirements of this position will vary.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with vendors, management, and other co-workers, both individually and in front of a group is important.
  • Regular use of the telephone and email for communication is also essential.
  • Sitting for extended period is common.
  • No heavy lifting is expected. Exertion of up to 25 pounds of force occasionally may be required.
  • Good manual dexterity for the use of common office equipment such as computers, calculator, copiers, and fax machines.
  • Good reasoning ability and decision-making is important.
  • Able to understand and utilize management reports, memos, and other documents to conduct business.
Primarily an office position. Occasional site visits and field project visits may be required. Travel to offices and projects in various locations around the country as needed. The following physical activities or abilities are commonly, but not always, associated with site visits.
  • Be able to stand or walk on a project site for extended durations.
  • When on project sites or if performing some types of work activity wear all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) including, but not limited to, earplugs, protective eyewear, gloves, hard hat, steel toed work boots, and high visibility safety apparel.
Work Environment

The job is primarily performed indoors in a traditional office setting and occasionally outdoors at construction sites.

The following environmental/atmospheric working conditions are commonly, but not always, associated with the performance of this position. The actual working conditions will vary.
  • Job Site environment, including, but not limited to, machines, tools, heavy equipment, chemicals, solvents, dust and fumes.
  • Occasional exposure to extreme weather conditions.
  • Uneven ground.

Perks and Benefits

Forgen offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, a retirement plan, employer paid short-term disability, accident insurance, and more. We also reward our employees' hard work with bonuses, vacation, and paid holidays. We believe in a flexible work environment work model for most non-craft positions. As an added bonus, we also offer an awards program, education assistance program, and a robust wellness program.

DEI Statement

Don't meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Forgen, 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 anyways. You may be the right candidate for this or other roles here at Forgen, and Forgen is committed to hiring the best candidates for all positions.

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor. All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.

It is the policy of Forgen to fill every position without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, marital status, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, age 40 and over, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other basis made unlawful by applicable law. Forgen is an equal opportunity employer, and strictly prohibits unlawful discrimination by any employee, including managers, supervisors and co-workers.

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