Project Controls Manager

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Project Controls Manager to support a large, high-profile construction project at a major commercial airport in Norfolk, Virginia. In this onsite role, you oversee core project controls functions including scheduling, cost management, forecasting, and performance reporting. You develop and manage cost- and resource-loaded schedules and work closely with project leadership to drive predictable, well-controlled project outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all project controls activities for a large, high-profile construction project at a major commercial airport in Norfolk, Virginia.
• Develop, maintain, and update detailed cost-loaded and resource-loaded project schedules, ensuring accuracy and alignment with project goals and milestones.
• Manage the day-to-day project schedule, including sequencing of work, coordination of activities, and identification of schedule risks and opportunities.
• Monitor and control project costs, tracking budget performance and providing clear, timely cost reports to project leadership.
• Forecast labor, materials, and other resources required to execute the work, using a strong understanding of construction means and methods.
• Prepare and deliver schedule, cost, and performance reports that communicate complex data clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Support large, multi-phase project planning and execution by coordinating with internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Analyze schedule and cost trends, identify variances, and recommend corrective actions to keep the project on track.
• Maintain organized project controls documentation and ensure data integrity across scheduling and cost control systems.
• Collaborate closely with project leadership to drive predictable project outcomes and support informed decision-making.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of experience in project controls, scheduling, or cost control within the construction industry.
• Proven experience developing and managing cost-loaded and resource-loaded schedules on complex construction projects.
• Hands-on experience with both cost-loaded and labor-loaded schedules.
• Strong understanding of construction means and methods, work sequencing, and labor forecasting.
• Experience supporting large, multi-phase construction projects with active stakeholder coordination.
• Ability to clearly communicate schedule and cost data to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and identify trends.
• Excellent organizational skills to manage multiple tasks, schedules, and reports.
• Effective problem-solving skills to address schedule and cost issues proactively.
• Knowledge of construction materials and industry practices related to project controls.

Additional Skills

• Experience working on construction projects in complex, operational environments such as airports.
• Familiarity with forecasting techniques for construction costs, labor, and resources.
• Background in construction project controls that includes performance reporting and variance analysis.
• Ability to partner closely with project leadership and cross-functional teams to support strategic project decisions.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for presenting schedule and cost information clearly.
• Commitment to professional development and continuous improvement in project controls practices.

Work Environment

This is an onsite role based at the commercial airport in Norfolk, Virginia, supporting a large, high-profile construction project in an active operational environment. You work closely with project teams, field personnel, and stakeholders on a day-to-day basis, using industry-standard construction materials, methods, and project controls tools. The contractor promotes a culture of safety, wellness, and professional development, offering opportunities to build a long-term career and contribute to meaningful projects throughout Virginia and the Carolinas.

Pay

The pay range for this position is $80,000.00 - $90,000.00/year.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital coverage
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation, or Sick Leave)

This is a Contract position based out of Norfolk, VA.