Director of Project Controls

A fast-growing self-performing contractor is seeking a Director of Project Controls to lead cost controls, scheduling, reporting, and project analytics across multiple campuses. This leader will refine and complete an already partially established project controls ecosystem, mentor a developing team, and drive consistent, data-backed decision-making across operations, finance, and project management. Remote with travel twice a month.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and mature company-wide project controls processes, tools, and reporting standards.
• Own earned value management, forecasting, and schedule/cost integration.
• Produce consistent monthly reporting and executive summaries.
• Partner closely with operations, finance, PMs, and field teams to ensure accurate project data.
• Mentor and develop project controls staff; help elevate high-potential individuals.
• Guide scheduling (P6) efforts; manage or supplement with SMEs as needed.
• Oversee ERP data alignment and development of dashboards and analytics tools.
• Identify risks and performance trends early through data analysis.

Qualifications

• 12+ years in project controls, cost/schedule management, or project management.
• Strong understanding of cost forecasting, EVM, scheduling, and financial reporting.
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., Vista, SAP) and advanced Excel.
• Demonstrated ability to influence cross-functional teams and build buy-in.
• Leadership experience coaching technical staff.
• Background with a self-performing contractor (electrical/GC) preferred.
• Primavera (P6) knowledge strongly preferred; SME not required.