Project Controls Manager

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Cumming Group
Privately held international project‑management and cost‑consulting firm for large complex builds.
Manage project scheduling, cost control, data reporting for education construction projects.
20 days ago ago
$102,300 - $136,433
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
San Diego, CA
Office Full-Time
Company Size
2,500 Employees
Service Specialisms
Construction services
Project Management
Consulting
Engineering
Architecture
Property Development
Design
Technical Services
Sector Specialisms
Industrial
Energy
Infrastructure
Buildings
Residential
Commercial
Water Resources
Heavy Civil
Role
What you would be doing
cost control
schedule management
data analysis
reporting
tool development
stakeholder engagement
  • Reviews proposed project budget and scope changes for proper justification and documentation.
  • Provides oversight and analysis of job cost processes as these relate to the bond program.
  • Hands-on, detailed analysis and validation of program and project data to ensure accuracy and reasonableness.
  • Provides support for internal and external audits.
  • Provides oversight to ensure management is aware of project schedule, budget, and scope-related successes and/or challenges.
  • Organizes program and project level data to enable timely and accurate reporting.
  • Responsible for program and project scheduling, cost control, data management and/or reporting in the project control system.
  • Ensures that all agency stakeholders have been engaged and/or followed up.
  • Identifies best practices and coordinates the development and implementation of project controls initiatives, tools, and procedures to support these best practices.
  • Monitors and maintains the project budget and scope change procedures.
  • Develops metrics and reports that aid in the improvement and efficiency of project execution.
  • Trains program controls staff and relevant staff throughout the construction program on program controls policies, procedures, tools, and best practices.
  • Interfaces with senior management to support decision making.
What you bring
10 years
project controls
government
engineering
construction
bachelor's
  • Ten (10) years of experience in Project Controls work, including planning, estimating, forecasting, cost control, schedule control, and project reports. Four (4) years of the above experience as a Program or Project Controls Specialist in a government agency or supporting infrastructure engineering and construction projects is required.
  • Graduation from a recognized college or university with a bachelor’s degree, preferably in engineering, construction management or finance/accounting. Candidates who do not meet the education requirements may substitute additional experience on a year for year basis.
Benefits
  • 401(k) Matching
  • Paid Holidays
  • Vision Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Dental Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • Short and long-term disability
Training + Development
Information not given or found
Company
Overview
Since 1996
Founded in Southern California
The company began in 1996, initially providing cost estimates for a casino resort before expanding into a global consultancy.
Over 60 offices
Global presence worldwide
Through strategic acquisitions and expansions, the company now operates in over 60 offices across the globe.
$300B projects
Completed construction value
The company has successfully completed projects totaling over $300 billion in value.
Top 100 firms
ENR ranking
Consistently recognized as one of the top 100 construction management firms by ENR.
  • Specializing in high-stakes sectors like advanced manufacturing, healthcare, education, and themed entertainment, it manages projects from pre-planning through delivery.
  • Its expertise spans cost management, program/project oversight, scheduling, dispute resolution, energy solutions, and comprehensive project controls.
  • From airport terminals and hospitals to luxury resorts and semiconductor facilities, it delivers a wide range of high-profile projects.
  • Starting with one casino resort job, it expanded into a global consultancy by merging with boutique specialists across regions.
  • Today, it combines boutique agility with institutional scale, backed by private-equity investment, to tackle the world’s most complex construction challenges.
Culture + Values
  • Client Focus: "We listen to our clients and provide services and solutions that meet their needs."
  • Team Members: "We hire only the very best people… foster a strong, rewarding environment that promotes both professional and personal growth, and that fosters long‑term company loyalty."
  • Integrity: "We do the right thing, always."
  • Quality: "It is expected that each Cumming Group team member holds one another accountable for the quality our clients expect from us."
Environment + Sustainability
2.675 M kg CO₂e Total
Total GHG Emissions
Total emissions reported in 2022, covering Scope 1 (266 k kg CO₂e), Scope 2 (540 k kg CO₂e), and Scope 3 (1.87 M kg CO₂e).
22
DitchCarbon Score
Score of 22 on DitchCarbon, outperforming 92% of peers.
  • Net zero target aligned with global 2050 goal: committed to journey to net zero by 2050.
  • Provides enterprise Scope 1-3 GHG inventories and net zero carbon strategies.
  • Delivers ISO 14001 Environmental Management and ISO 50001 Energy Management implementation.
  • Performs whole-building carbon assessments, LCAs, LCCAs, and cost/carbon trade-off analyses.
Inclusion & Diversity
  • Actively seek diverse candidates in recruiting, hiring, internal policies, training and advancement.
  • Three employee resource groups: WOCC (Women of CCORP), SAGA (Sexuality and Gender Alliance), Obsidian (Black Team Member Network).
  • Commitment to transparent leadership, equal opportunity and measurable action at all levels.
  • No publicly disclosed gender ratio or statistics available.
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Project Controls Manager at Cumming Group in San Diego, CA