Lead the project controls function on behalf of the client, providing strategic guidance and operational oversight across scheduling, cost control, cash flow management, Cost estimate, risk management, reporting, tracking, forecasting, document controls, security-sensitive document handling, and data and systems management.
Develop and implement project control strategies, tools, and systems that align with federal funding requirements, owner standards, and industry best practices.
Manage integrated master schedules and ensure alignment across contracts, disciplines, and stakeholders; conduct time impact analyses (TIAs), float path reviews, and claims assessments.
Establish cost control frameworks including budgets, earned value analysis, forecasts, and contingency tracking; ensure proper documentation of change orders and budget adjustments.
Interface with internal GDC departments, NJT, FTA, and consultants to validate data accuracy, resolve variances, and communicate project performance.
Oversee the maintenance of project dashboards and reporting tools; provide executive-level briefings and performance summaries on a recurring basis.
Administer project risk and opportunity registers; lead regular risk workshops and support proactive mitigation planning.
Ensure compliance with contractual and regulatory reporting obligations, particularly for FTA and other federal funding agencies.
Mentor junior staff, promote knowledge transfer, and foster a culture of accountability, technical excellence, and continuous improvement.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or a related technical field.
15–20 years of progressive experience in project controls roles with at least 5 years in a leadership capacity on infrastructure mega-projects.
Proficiency in Primavera P6, Oracle Unifier, Kahua, or other industry-standard controls and reporting systems.
Demonstrated experience working within large public transportation programs, ideally as part of an owner’s representative, program management consultant (PMC), or delivery partner organization.
Expert-level knowledge of scheduling, cost control, cost estimating, change management and risk management practices in heavy civil and transit infrastructure projects.
Strong understanding of FTA requirements, including reporting standards for grant-funded capital programs.
Ability to manage and analyze large datasets; proficiency with dashboarding tools such as Power BI is a plus.
Proven communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with experience reporting to executive-level leadership and public agencies.
PMP, CCP, PSP, or equivalent certifications are preferred.

Benefits

medical, dental, and vision
EAP
401K
STD
LTD
AD&D
life insurance
paid parental leave
reward & recognition program
optional benefits including wellbeing benefits, adoption assistance and tuition reimbursement
nine paid holidays
20 days PTO that accrue per year

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools

schedulingcost controlcash flow managementcost estimatingrisk managementearned value analysischange managementdata analysisdocument controlsforecasting

Soft Skills

leadershipcommunicationstakeholder engagementmentoringknowledge transferaccountabilitytechnical excellencecontinuous improvement

Certifications

PMPCCPPSP