DCE Project Controls Manager
Role summary
The DCE Project Controls Manager will serve as the direct tactical support for the VP of Construction, focusing on daily project financial defense, variance tracking, change validation, schedule integration, and reporting processes for multiple concurrent construction projects, including utility campus infrastructure and operational retrofits. This role ensures field execution aligns with contractual billing, provides visibility into cost variances, defends portfolio contingency, and establishes reporting frameworks. Key responsibilities include managing site sub-ledgers, processing progress billings, auditing lien waivers, leading change order defense, performing quantity takeoffs, integrating budgets with schedules using EVM, developing WIP forecasts, and providing financial health updates. The position requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field, 5-8 years of experience in project controls or construction accounting, and 2-3 years specifically on data center projects. Advanced proficiency in construction PMIS, spreadsheets, and scheduling software is essential, along with a strong understanding of open-book cost reviews and contract mechanics. The role involves a hybrid work model, with potential for remote work.
Mission:
Serve as the VP of Construction's direct tactical eyes and ears on the ground, governing daily project financial defense, variance tracking, change validation, schedule integration, and project controls reporting processes.
Core Focus:
Ensure active field execution matches contractual billing, provide immediate visibility into cost variances, defend the portfolio contingency against erosion, establish reporting frameworks used across projects, and audit multi-project bookkeeping
Scope:
Strategic tracking of multiple concurrent live builds, utility campus infrastructure projects, and active operational retrofit/repair construction projects while maintaining ownership of project controls processes, reporting standards, and portfolio-level financial visibility.
Key Responsibilities and Essential Job Functions
Cost Tracking & Project Bookkeeping Controls
Field Estimating & Change Management
Schedule Integration & Reporting
Document Coordination & Audit Support
Required Qualifications
Education and Experience:
Technical Skills:
Base Pay Range:
The annual salary range offered for this position is estimated to be $135,000 - $150,000. However, the actual pay range depends on each candidate’s experience, location, and qualifications.
Variable Pay:
Discretionary annual bonus, based on personal and company performance.
Work Location:
This position follows Flexential's hybrid and remote work model flexibility. In-office collaboration typically occurs on Tuesdays and Wednesdays when located within a commutable distance from Flexential’s office / hub locations including: Denver, CO (HQ) | Hillsboro, OR | Dallas, TX | Atlanta, GA | Charlotte, NC | Collegeville, PA. Candidates located outside of a reasonable commuting distance can be considered for a remote work based on role requirements, business needs, and hiring manager approval.
Not meeting every single requirement?
No problem!
We are looking for candidates who possess unique skills that set them apart from the rest. If you're enthusiastic about this role and believe you have the skills and abilities that would make you successful, don't hesitate to apply today!
At Flexential, we value diversity and believe that different perspectives and unique skills make us stronger as a team. While we've outlined the qualities and skills we are looking for in this job posting, we understand that there may be attributes and abilities that aren't explicitly listed but could be a perfect fit for our team. We want to emphasize that you shouldn't hesitate to apply if you don't meet every requirement. We're enthusiastic about assembling a diverse team of individuals who bring various talents to the table. Your unique perspective and abilities may be just what we need to drive innovation and success. If you believe you have what it takes to thrive in our environment, we encourage you to apply.
Benefits of working at Flexential
• Medical, Telehealth, Dental and Vision • 401(k) • Health Savings Accounts (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) • Life and AD&D • Short Term and Long-Term disability • Flex Paid Time Off (PTO) • Leave of Absence • Employee Assistance Program • Wellness Program • Rewards and Recognition Program
Benefits are subject to change at the Company's discretion.
Work Location Eligibility
At this time, we are only able to employ individuals who reside and perform work in states where the company is authorized to do business and maintain employment registrations. We are currently unable to consider applicants who reside or will perform work in the following states: Arkansas, Alaska, Alabama, Delaware, Hawaii, Iowa, Kansas, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, North Dakota, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Wisconsin, Wyoming, Washington DC.
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States and must reside in a state where the company maintains employment eligibility at the time of hire and throughout their employment. State eligibility may be subject to change based on business needs and regulatory requirements.
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EEOC Statement: Flexential is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
