Leads cost control, forecasting, scheduling, earned value tracking, billing, change orders, compliance, dashboards, and performance reporting across construction projects. Monitors project health, aligns budgets and schedules, identifies risks, supports cash flow management, and communicates project insights to project teams, leadership, and clients.
Tri-City Group is currently seeking a Project Controls Manager for DeKalb, IL. The Project Controls Manager will lead cost control, scheduling, forecasting, and performance tracking across construction projects. This role is responsible for ensuring financial accuracy, maintaining project schedules, and providing critical insights into project health through KPIs, earned value analysis, and reporting.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Manage cost control, forecasting, projections, and earned value tracking
- Support scheduling development, implementation, and progress tracking
- Monitor project performance using KPIs and reporting tools
- Lead project-level billing processes, including AIA and client requirements
- Ensure compliance with contract requirements, documentation, and reporting standards
- Develop and maintain project dashboards and reporting for leadership and clients
- Collaborate with project teams to identify risks and implement mitigation strategies
- Track and manage change orders, cost impacts, and schedule adjustments
- Align budgets, cost codes, and schedules for accurate project tracking
- Support cash flow monitoring and financial health of projects
- Communicate regularly with project management on project status and performance
- Assist in developing and improving project controls processes and standards
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or related field
- 10+ years of experience in project controls, project management, or scheduling
- Strong understanding of cost control, forecasting, earned value management, and scheduling
- Experience with construction reporting, billing processes, and contract compliance
- Experience in mission-critical construction (data centers, industrial, etc.) (preferred)
Candidates must possess strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with the capability to manage cost, schedule, and performance data across complex construction projects. They must be able to identify risks, track project progress, interpret financial and scheduling data, and communicate insights clearly to project teams and leadership while managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
All job offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a drug screen and reference check. Tri-City Group is an equal opportunity employer.
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