The Perry Group - Manager, Project Controls (heavy ...

43858BR Requisition ID: 43858BR Business Unit: LPG Job Description: The Manager, Project Controls leads project control teams in developing moderately complex to highly complex cost and schedule baselines; collects and analyzes monthly cost and schedule progress, identifies and analyzes project variances; ensures risk reserves are updated and integrated into project financial forecasts; and oversees and reports this information in standard formats to appropriate managers. Identifies areas of improvement in current tools and project controls systems and processes and works towards the implementation of necessary improvements. Follows all safety programs. u2022 Status Updating/Forecasting Provides supervision in the development of cost controls, procedures, systems and forecasting techniques to evaluate project/program status. Ensures compliance with internal procedures such as federal/ government regulations. Gathers project progress information from project manager and project team members to update and monitor the project. Evaluates and updates data regarding schedule dates, physical percent complete, resource requirements, subcontractor commitments and project accruals. Reviews schedule progress and productivity of resources. Develops time-phased project cost and resource forecasts; validates project costs; updates requirements as required. Monitors progress of project deliverables and actual expenditures versus forecasts. Performs performance reporting for a portfolio of projects or programs using Earned Value Management. Conducts financial analysis including variance, risk and profit/loss analyses, etc. Performs non-routine analyses and prepares non-routine financial reports. Documents and assesses the impact of project changes on cost/schedule baselines. u2022 Project Planning For moderately complex to highly complex projects, develops and documents project planning considerations and objectives, scope and milestones to incorporate into the schedule. Develops, maintains, and analyzes integrated critical path schedules for complex projects and/or portfolio of projects in accordance with contract specifications. Evaluates and raises project early warning signals to project manager. Evaluates and recommends resource realignments to maintain project execution. Leads and coordinates implementation of project control functions for assigned major projects; serves as technical advisor to assigned project managers related to project controls system and procedures to achieve on-time and on-budget goals. u2022 Progress Reporting Generates enterprise level reports to facilitate processes, performance improvement and visibility across the business. Performs portfolio analysis and review findings with portfolio managers with respect to On Time Delivery, Risk Forecasts, and Project Gross Profit Erosion etc. Evaluates project execution and impact of developing trends using prescribed methodologies to determine if project is proceeding within available resources and budget. Prepares client and internal status reports to communicate cost status and documents trends. Assists in supervising the activities of project control staff to ensure that work is completed on a timely basis and that company policies and procedures are followed. Assists in organizing project and task workloads and identifying staff most qualified for assignments. u2022 Technical Oversight Provides technical guidance and training to more junior staff. Mentors more junior staff and develops them for future growth within the discipline and firm. Supervises the work of junior project controllers on project work. u2022 Project Records Management Uses appropriate document management protocols to manage the storage and retrieval of project documentation. u2022 Performs other duties as required. Job Title: The Perry Group - Manager, Project Controls (heavy industrial) Group: PGL Employment Type: Regular Minimum Qualifications: u2022 High school diploma or equivalent plus twenty (20) years of relevant experience u2022 Associate degree plus seventeen (17) years of relevant experience u2022 Bachelor's degree plus fourteen (14) years of relevant experience The associate or bachelor's degree must be in Construction Management, Engineering, or related discipline. u2022 Planning & Scheduling Professional (PSP) certification within 12 months of hire or promotion Preferred Qualifications: u2022 Project controls/scheduling experience for clients in heavy industrial industry u2022 Extensive Primavera experience and knowledge EEO Statement: The Perry Group, Ltd. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, pregnancy related conditions, childbirth and related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression), national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Job Site Location: Ohio - Columbus Agency Disclaimer: All vendors must have a signed CDM Smith Placement Agreement from the CDM Smith Recruitment Center Manager to receive payment for your placement. Verbal or written commitments from any other member of the CDM Smith staff will not be considered binding terms. All unsolicited resumes sent to CDM Smith and any resume submitted to any employee outside of CDM Smith Recruiting Center Team (RCT) will be considered property of CDM Smith. CDM Smith will not be held liable to pay a placement fee. Amount of Travel Required: 5% Assignment Category: Fulltime-Regular Why Louis Perry?: The Perry Group, Ltd., a CDM Smith company, is a full-service, design-build, general construction and construction management firm. PGL provides full-service solutions - plant betterment, facilities and infrastructure improvements, comprehensive environmental and water services and specialty offerings to various industries. Visa Sponsorship Available: No - We will not support sponsorship, i.e. H-1B or TN Visas for this position Skills and Abilities: u2022 Expert knowledge of project management methodology including budget development, project planning, control and assurance methodologies, and finance and accounting concepts and practices. u2022 Demonstrates expert knowledge of project goals, drivers, strategies, risks and opportunities as well as an understanding of project finance, accounting or business administration. u2022 Demonstrates expert knowledge of Enterprise Project Portfolio Management suite of tools (Primavera). u2022 Possesses expert teamwork and collaboration skills and an ability to work well in fast-paced environments requiring daily shifting of priorities. u2022 expert written and oral communication skills. u2022 Excellent ability to oversee multiple projects and fulfill rigid time schedules. u2022 Expert skill at analyzing issues, thinking strategically, providing direction, and creative solutions. u2022 Demonstrated ability to direct, train, and mentor junior staff members. Background Check and Drug Testing Information: CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries (hereafter collectively referred to as u201cCDM Smithu201d) reserves the right to require background checks including criminal, employment, education, licensure, etc. as well as credit and motor vehicle when applicable for certain positions. In addition, CDM Smith may conduct drug testing for designated positions. Background checks are conducted after an offer of employment has been made in the United States. The timing of when background checks will be conducted on candidates for positions outside the United States will vary based on country statutory law but in no case, will the background check precede an interview. CDM Smith will conduct interviews of qualified individuals prior to requesting a criminal background check, and no job application submitted prior to such interview shall inquire into an applicant's criminal history. If this position is subject to a background check for any convictions related to its responsibilities and requirements, employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history. Criminal history will not automatically disqualify a candidate. In addition, during employment individuals may be required by CDM Smith or a CDM Smith client to successfully complete additional background checks, including motor vehicle record as well as drug testing. Work Location Options: Hybrid Work Options may be considered for successful candidate.

Created: 2026-03-07