Project Controls Manager – Cost Focus

MGAC

Project Controls Manager at MGAC managing construction projects, mentoring teams, and overseeing project risks. Engaging in cross-functionality on construction sites including hospitals and data centers with performance-focused challenges.

Posted 7/9/2026full-timeRemote • North Carolina, Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $100,000 - $140,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in construction project management, including risk management, cost management, and client relationship management. Proven ability to lead teams, manage project schedules and budgets, and conduct requirements gathering in critical environment construction projects.

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Construction Project ManagementConstruction Cost ManagementCritical Environment Project ManagementMEP ExperienceClient Relationship Management

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Hard Skills

Project Risk ManagementContingency PlanningSchedule Recovery PlanningBudget Recovery PlanningRequirements GatheringNeeds Assessment

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsOrganizational SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsPresentation SkillsInterpersonal SkillsVerbal CommunicationWritten Communication

Industry Keywords

ConstructionData CentersLabsHospitalsA&E ProfessionalsContractorsGCsVendors

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Independently manage the full scope of projects while simultaneously managing components of others
Mentor and lead teams while managing schedule, scope, and budget
Lead project risk management, contingency planning, and schedule and budget recovery planning
Achieve and maintain the client’s vision as a trusted partner
Ensure timely invoicing and collection
Identify and secure add-services opportunities
Maintain collaborative relationships with clients, A&E professionals, contractors/GCs, vendors, and other teams
Anticipate project and team risks; solve complex challenges and conflicts
Conduct requirements gathering and needs assessments

Requirements

What you’ll need

3+ years of experience in construction project management
Bachelor’s, Associate’s, or equivalent experience in a construction-related discipline
2+ years of construction cost management experience
2+ years of experience managing critical environment construction projects (e.g., data centers, labs, hospitals)
MEP experience in ground-up construction
Excellent analytical, organizational, problem-solving, presentation, interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
Ambitious, construction and project management-focused

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
401(k) matching up to 8%
Paid time off (3 weeks vacation + paid birthday)
8 sick days and 9 paid holidays annually
Competitive benefits that support both personal and professional growth