Overview:
UES is a privately held, rapidly growing engineering and consulting firm with nearly six decades of experience in geotechnical engineering, construction materials testing, building code compliance, threshold inspections and environmental consulting. With more than 3,800 professionals across 80+ branches in high growth markets in the U.S., UES consults on projects of all sizes for public and private clients in industries ranging from transportation and healthcare to commercial, residential, and education.
Experienced and proven, UES is considered a pioneer of the industry and stands at the forefront of emerging technology and best practices. Our work includes public and private clients, as well as public-private partnerships, and consists of projects ranging from transportation and infrastructure to aviation and aerospace. Our engineers, geologists, certified inspectors, scientists, and drillers offer an unwavering commitment to excellence, approaching each project with the knowledge that precision, professionalism, and creative solutions are what drive success and cultivate enduring client relationships.
As UES continues to grow, it’s critical that we have a defined set of values that guide us like a north star. These values need to demonstrate who we are as a company and what we believe. STRIVE stands for Safety, Teamwork, Responsiveness, Integrity, Value, and Excellence.
The Project Controls Manager is responsible for ensuring all large projects in the Western Region are managed in a cost-effective and efficient manner.
The ideal candidate is a reliable, trustworthy individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment where both collaboration and autonomy are valued.
Job Responsibilities:
- Manages, oversees, and coordinates project controls and activities, planning and scheduling, cost estimating and monitoring, and quality review for projects for an organization.
- Monitors productivity and utilization rates, prepares reports and analytics on direct vs. indirect labor charges on projects to ensure all hours are being billed for appropriately
- Evaluates project risk and advises on risk-mitigation recommendations, including but not limited to, financial risk, personnel risk, contract risk, etc.
- Defines project controls objectives, including performance, cost, and schedule objectives.
- Develops, tracks, and maintains project schedule(s), and schedules performance on active projects.
- Consults with, assists, and advises Engineering, Project, and Sales Department management on matters involving costs or cost estimates on proposed sales, new developments, or active projects.
- Develops project accounting structure and ensures project personnel correctly assign costs to allocated structure, analyzes project budgets
- Measures results against the plan (cost, schedule, and performance), communicates results to project stakeholders and leadership, provides recommendations
- Attends internal company project progress meetings; and identifies, develops, and provides detailed internal and external reports on progress made.
- Ensures that a project is completed on time and within budget.
- Creates, implements, and utilizes standard methods for project estimating, Work Breakdown Structure (WBS), contract management, reporting, and other project related processes
- Ensures controls address cost and/or budget considerations, scope changes, change orders, etc.
- Manages and oversees job close-out documentation and procedures (closeout documents, final job report, and final accounting).
- Provide weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual reports surrounding projects
- Supervise administrative personnel that provide project support at the branch office level
- Travel within the Western Region to offices that need additional, hands on support
- Other duties may be assigned
Required Qualifications:
- Valid Driver’s License with an acceptable driving record (in accordance with our Driver’s License and Motor Vehicle Record Check Criteria)
- Minimum ten (10) years’ experience in the A/E/C industry
- Ability to travel within the Western Region (CA, NV, UT, AZ)
- Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, and/or clients.
- Computer skills sufficient to operate a laptop and cell phone, including sending and receiving emails, prepare and present PowerPoint Presentations, and learn Deltek Vision/Vantagepoint, SAP Concur, and various building department software(s). Incredibly strong Microsoft Excel Skills are required (V-Lookups, Pivot Tables)
- Ability to apply advanced mathematical concepts such as exponents, logarithms, quadratic equations, and permutations.
- Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Four (4) year degree from a US-accredited college or university, ideally majoring in Civil Engineering, Accounting, or similar, field
- Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification
- Master’s degree in Civil, Geotechnical, Environmental, Structural Engineering, Accounting, Construction Management or similar
Who We Are:
UES provides essential engineering services for some of the most prominent and significant projects in the nation. Our team members, from our drillers to administrative staff, contribute directly to projects that transform communities. With some of the greatest talent in Geotechnical Engineering, Construction Materials Testing and Inspection, Code Compliance, Environmental, Occupational Health & Safety, and Building Envelope, we are committed to delivering groundbreaking solutions for our clients. At the core of our success is our team members who make it all possible. We know that the projects we deliver are only as good as our people, which is why we offer enriching opportunities for career growth at every level.
Growing in Excellence
As the #1 fastest growing AEC firm on The Zweig Group’s Hot Firm list in 2021, UES is poised to lead our industry into the future. As we evolve from a one-man operation to a company spanning 75 branches and 3,500 employees, we’re looking for enthusiastic talent to launch their careers and grow along with us.
Why Work at UES?
We value the individual contributions of our employees, and we show this through providing great benefits. Click here to see how we support our people in and out of the workplace. Please ask your recruiter what benefits plans apply to you. #GroundedInExcellence
EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran Universal Engineering Sciences is a Drug-Free Workplace. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
