Junior Project Controls Manager (JR. PCM)

Position Summary

The Junior Project Controls Manager supports cost and schedule reporting for a data center construction project under the direction of the senior project controls manager, maintaining cost data, tracking change orders, and assisting with forecast updates. This role provides an opportunity to develop a full range of project controls skills on a large, technically complex construction project.

This is a field-based position supporting construction projects in North Louisiana, Virginia, and Corpus Christi, Texas. Project assignments and reporting locations will vary based on operational needs. Travel and/or temporary relocation may be required.

Essential Responsibilities

• Maintain cost control records, including commitment logs, invoice tracking, and budget code assignments.
• Assist with preparation of monthly cost reports and forecast-to-complete updates.
• Track change order status, including proposal submission, review, and owner approval, and maintain the change order log.
• Support earned value calculations and variance analysis under the direction of the senior project controls manager.
• Assist with data entry and reporting in the project cost control and scheduling software.
• Compile backup documentation for owner pay applications and change order proposals.
• Attend project meetings and record cost and schedule action items for follow-up.
  

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, finance, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 2 to 4 years of experience in project controls, cost engineering, or a related construction support role.
• Working knowledge of Excel, including formulas and pivot tables for cost analysis.
• Familiarity with construction cost coding and budget structures.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior exposure to a data center or other mission-critical construction project.
• Familiarity with Primavera P6 or similar scheduling software.
• Coursework or training in cost engineering or construction management.
  

Work Environment

Primarily office-based within an on-site field office, with occasional site walks to support cost and schedule verification.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Royal Engineers and Consultants, LLC, is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.