Project Controls Manager

Description

J. A. Watts, Inc. (JWI) is a woman-owned professional services firm that believes in treating its clients and employees like family at every level of our company. Our family culture is what we’re known for, and we work to stay true to who we are. That’s how we manage our projects and how we recruit THE Best People in our industry. Our clients come from all walks of life, and so do we, making us stronger together.

This role is responsible for developing and leading a cohesive program-wide control approach in scheduling, finance, contracts, cost management, risk analysis and assessment, operational procedures, program information and document control. This Project Controls Manager will manage the controls for the BHS project for United Airlines in Chicago. This position will be required to work from United's office at O'Hare International Airport (ORD) 3 days a week and remotely for 2 days a week.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop systems and procedures for control functions at onset of the project to facilitate the project monitoring processes
• Coordinate with clients and Project Leaders on project control documents and program support
• Develop and improve project controls systems
• Recommend improvements in systems, tools and methods of project controls and project management
• Ensure field project/document controls, policies and procedures and reporting systems are fully developed and implemented by designated personnel
• Manage, revise, and maintain status of the detailed project cost estimate/forecast to include all phases and project executions from design/engineering, material/equipment procurement and deliveries, and construction contracts through start-up activities to close-out
• Manage project insurance requirements and certifications of insurance (COI) for vendors
• Track and analyze project costs including budgets, commitments, actuals, accruals and forecasts
• Coordinate with senior project management staff to manage overall project cost control efforts
• Produce forecasts of total project costs, annual costs and monthly cash flow costs and provide variance analysis
• Perform other duties as required/directed

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction, Engineering, Finance/Accounting, or equivalent work experience
• 5-10 years of relevant experience
• Experience working at an airport is preferred
• Ability to obtain and maintain an airport badge
• Experience with federal grants is preferred
• Strong cost management, budget tracking, and reporting skills
• Proven experience collecting invoices and other related materials, cross checking for compliance, and processing
• Strong organizational skills and ability to multi-task
• Self-sufficient and driven with proven ability to continue progress on one deliverable as materials for other deliverables are submitted
• Proven experience developing budgets, cash flows and/or schedules
• Ability to work with outside vendors to obtain necessary documentation for compliance
• Ability to work independently towards monthly deadlines
• Ability to balance multiple priorities, work under pressure and communicate effectively in a team environment and meet deadlines
• Evidence of a high level of ethical behavior in exercising judgment and discretion in matters of significance
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Clear analytical approach to problem-solving and strong decision-making abilities
• Experience with Microsoft suite, Adobe, and Bluebeam

Company Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance options for employee and family
• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Account options available
• Company-provided group life, short and long-term disability, and voluntary life options
• Matching 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid time off and holidays
• Student debt repayment resources available
• ID Theft protection
• Professional development and tuition assistance
• Company-sponsored social events

Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled

An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.