Industrial Project Controls Manager

McGough is a respected partner that brings six generations of experience to high profile, unique and complex construction projects. We take great pride in our people and their extraordinary expertise in planning, development, construction and facility management. McGough employee tenure reflects the commitment and pride we share in our work. Ask anyone who knows us - the caliber of our people sets us apart. We are seeking highly motivated and experienced Industrial Project Controls Managers to join our team and oversee the planning, execution, and closeout of project controls functions for our work in the Energy, Industrial Process and Water/Wastewater markets.

INDUSTRIAL PROJECT CONTROLS MANAGER

The Project Controls Manager is responsible for the overall management and implementation of project controls processes, including cost control, scheduling, planning, risk management, and performance reporting for large-scale industrial construction projects. This role ensures projects are delivered on time, within budget, and according to contractual requirements. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of industrial construction practices, project management principles, and possess excellent analytical and communication skills.

Qualifications:

Required:

• 3+ years of experience in project controls management, preferably in the industrial construction industry.
• Must be familiar with a self-perform project environment and be used to working in a unionized labor setting
• Proven experience in managing project costs, schedules, and risks for large-scale projects.
• Minimum of 2+ years of construction field experience
• 3+ years of proficiency with project controls software (e.g., Primavera P6, MS Project, cost estimating software).

Preferred:

• Four-year degree in Construction Management, Construction Engineering or related degree
• Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) experience

Skills:

• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks under time constraints.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and leadership abilities.
• Highly organized, thorough, and detail oriented.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and able to take initiative with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrates integrity, professionalism, and discretion when handling sensitive or confidential information.
• Approaches every interaction as an opportunity to add value and strengthen relationships.
• Effective team player who also works independently when required.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and experienced with project controls software.

Office and Travel:

Must be willing to travel regularly and accept out-of-town assignments ranging from weeks to months at a time

Responsibilities and Tasks:

Implement Project Controls System

• Establish and maintain project controls procedures, guidelines, and systems for cost management, scheduling, risk management, and performance reporting.
• Manage budgets, track expenditures, forecast costs, and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Proactively identify risks, develop mitigation strategies, and monitor impacts.
• Develop project execution plans, resource allocations, and cash flow forecasts.
• Contribute to project scope development and Work Breakdown Structures (WBS).
• Prepare and present regular project performance reports to management and clients.
• Track progress using performance metrics such as Earned Value Management (EVM).
• Control and document project scope changes, ensuring appropriate cost and schedule adjustments.
• Implement quality control measures, inspections, and testing to ensure compliance with standards.
• Maintain accurate and timely project documentation.
• Provide regular updates to stakeholders on progress, issues, and adjustments.
• Leverage project management software to streamline data collection, analysis, and reporting.
• Drive continuous improvement by identifying and implementing best practices.

Pursuits Leadership & Collaboration

• Partner with the Project Scheduler and Estimator to deliver integrated project controls.
• Mentor and coach team members, including subcontractor partners, on project controls processes.
• Support professional growth and skill development for project teams.
• Manage scope changes, including performing quantity take-offs, pricing, and revision tracking.

Pursuits, Estimating & Preconstruction

• Assist pursuit team in understanding prospective projects and requirements
• Develop bidding framework for integration into McGough project controls
• Assist pursuit team in reviewing subcontractor responses to RFQs and RFPs
• Create conceptual pricing estimates using cost history data.
• Close out pursuits (wins and losses) and maintain historical data.
• Benchmark historical data for final estimate reviews.
• Perform quantity take-offs and assist in estimating.
• Lead updates to control estimates throughout design phases.
• Coordinate subcontractor data formats and deliverables.
• Review subcontractor scopes and facilitate page-turn sessions with project staff prior to award.
• Support preconstruction estimates and cost models.
• Create and maintain control estimates.

Scheduling

• Assist project team with creating CPM scheduling.
• Work closely with field staff to update and distribute schedule as needed.
• Develop conceptual durations based on project quantities and cost history database.

Project Execution

• Build out estimated quantity controls database for new projects.
• Track claiming process for projects on a weekly basis - walking projects and field verifying as needed.
• Manage control updates of all project changes.
• Prepare and maintain the weekly controls report out.
• Develop cash flow projections monthly.

Post-Construction

• Archive project controls for all completed projects.

Other Duties

• Actively contribute as a member of the Industrial Team, collaborating to support shared goals and objectives.
• Foster relationships with clients, architects, engineers, consultants and subcontractors.
• Pursue innovation and opportunities to expand on McGough's capabilities and leadership.
• Attend and participate in project management and other company meetings.
• Attend any training - personal and/or professional development - that is relevant to the position, including human resources management.
• Actively participate in company-sponsored events.
• Support and follow standard of work.
• Participate in Lean events and support of the McGough Way.
• Other responsibilities as assigned.

Physical Requirements:

The physical requirements listed here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Position involves sitting for extended periods of time at employee's work station and during meetings as well as while traveling, either by plane or car. Employee needs to be able to lift up to 20 pounds as frequently as needed to move objects; dexterity to write and manipulate computer keyboard and mouse; ability to hear and speak clearly; and ability to distinguish between colors on graphs and charts.

Employee will be required to visit multiple construction jobsites on a weekly or bi-weekly basis which may expose the employee to dirt, dust, uneven surfaces, outdoor weather conditions and extreme temperatures.

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In alignment with our commitment to pay transparency, the base salary range for this position is $90,000 to $120,000, excluding fringe benefits or potential bonuses. If you join McGough, your final base salary will be determined by several factors, including geography, location, skills, education, and experience. Furthermore, we place significant value on pay equity among our current team members as part of any final job offer.

Please note that the range provided above reflects the hiring range for this role. Hiring near the top end of this range would be atypical, as we aim to allow room for future salary growth. Additionally, McGough offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package. This includes insurance coverage for medical, dental, vision, life, and disability. We also provide generous retirement plans, voluntary benefit plans, parental leave, substantial paid time off, and holiday pay.