STV is seeking an experienced Project Controls Manager to join our Project Controls department in Chicago, IL. The successful candidate will bring over 10 years of expertise in project controls for vertical construction projects. While experience working with prison facilities is preferred, it is not required. This role involves managing cost, schedule, risk, and performance for various vertical construction projects, ensuring they are delivered on time and within budget.
Key Responsibilities:
Develop and manage project schedules, budgets, and cost controls.
Monitor and report project performance metrics, including earned value management (EVM).
Conduct risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies to ensure project success.
Collaborate with project teams and stakeholders to align on objectives and deliverables.
Prepare detailed progress reports and provide accurate forecasts to clients and leadership.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
At least 10 years of experience in project controls for vertical construction projects.
Proficiency in project controls tools such as Primavera P6, CostX, or similar software.
Strong analytical skills with experience in scheduling, cost management, and risk analysis.
Excellent communication and leadership abilities to manage teams and stakeholders effectively.
Compensation Range:
$130,962.60 - $149,671.54STV offers the following benefits • Health insurance, including an option with a Health Savings Account • Dental insurance • Vision insurance • Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care and Transit and Parking where applicable) • Disability insurance • Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment • 401(k) Plan • Retirement Counseling • Employee Assistance Program • Paid Time Off (starting at 16 days) • Paid Holidays (9 days) • Back-Up Dependent Care (up to 10 days per year) • Parental Leave (up to 80 hours) • Continuing Education Program • Professional Licensure and Society Memberships
STV is committed to paying all of its employees in a fair, equitable, and transparent manner. The listed pay range is STV’s good-faith salary estimate for this position. Please note that the final salary offered for this position may be outside of this published range based on many factors, including but not limited to geography, education, experience, and/or certifications.
Not sure this role is the perfect match? We encourage you to apply if STV’s work and values resonate with you. We know great candidates don’t always meet every qualification, and research shows women and people of color are less likely to apply unless they do. At STV, we believe strong talent comes from a wide range of backgrounds, and your skills and experience may align with this or another opportunity as we continue to grow.
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