Posted 05/29/2026
Job Number: 16797
Project Controls Manager
San Diego, California • Hybrid
Industry: Municipality
Job Category: Construction
Job Type: Direct Hire
Salary: $130,000 - $165,000 / Annually
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Job Description
Position Title: Project Controls Manager
This role is pivotal in overseeing project finances for a significant educational district, collaborating closely with various construction partners. The Project Controls Manager will ensure that all financial aspects of construction projects align with budgetary constraints and educational goals. The position demands a high level of expertise in project controls, particularly within K-12 and K-14 environments in California. This role involves navigating complex challenges and requires effective communication to balance the needs of multiple stakeholders. The successful candidate will contribute to the successful delivery of both retrofit and new build projects, making a meaningful impact on the educational infrastructure.
Salary Range: $130,000 – $165,000 / Year DOE
Project Controls Manager Responsibilities:
- Conduct project cost analysis to ensure financial accountability
- Perform project schedule analysis to track progress and identify delays
- Execute project risk analysis to mitigate potential issues
- Manage interdepartmental collaboration and communication
- Review project budgets against management expectations
- Provide insights on available funds for the school district
- Address inquiries regarding financial processes
Project Controls Manager Requirements:
- 10 years of project controls experience with at least 3+ years in California K-14 or K-12 education
- Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, business, construction management, or engineering
- Expert level proficiency in Primavera P6 and advanced Excel skills
- Experience with client representative firms focused on K-12 and K-14 projects
- Project cost analysis experience is preferred
- Project schedule analysis experience is preferred
- Project risk analysis experience is preferred
- Power BI is preferred
Benefits:
- Medical coverage with 50% of the plan cost covered for the candidate and family
- 401k plan with a 3% match after three months of employment
- PTO of two weeks for up to five years, with an additional week thereafter
- Ten standard federal holidays plus one floating holiday
- Paid training opportunities available
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