Project Controls Manager

NTI

Network Connex combines the expertise of four complementary divisions plus our subsidiary, National Technologies (NTI), to deliver a robust portfolio of end-to-end services for network infrastructure solution design, deployment, and implementation throughout the U.S. and beyond.

By harnessing regional strengths and operational synergies, our teams deliver digital communications infrastructure services for fiber and wireless network service providers, data center operators, hyperscale cloud companies, MSOs, utilities, government entities, and Fortune 500 enterprises.

National Technologies (NTI) Summary:

National Technologies (NTI) is a premier turn-key provider of fiber optic and data center installation services. Whether it be learning the latest techniques in the field or working with vendors to maximize material performance, NTI is consistently on the leading edge of innovation in the Telecommunications field.

If being a part of a tight-knit organization that gets to operate in some of the most innovative environments around the world sounds like a dream job, then you should experience the culture at NTI! While providing the typical perks a large company offers, NTI remains true to its roots and at the core of our Company is a family-oriented business that treats our team as integral members of the organization and not just a number. The open door, collaborative nature of NTI allows for professional growth and cultivates the ideas to keep our Company moving into the future of the industry!

Job Summary: The Project Controls Manager will handle planning, scheduling, cost control, risk management, and reporting for data center, fiber optics, and telecommunication projects. This includes leading a team and collaborating with various stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

• Project Controls Planning: Develop and maintain project controls plans and procedures.
• Scheduling: Implement and maintain project schedules with resource loading and critical path analysis.
• Cost Management: Manage budgets, track costs, prepare financial forecasts, and develop cost management strategies.
• Risk Management: Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and opportunities.
• Reporting: Provide accurate and timely progress updates, cost reports, and risk registers to stakeholders.
• Team Leadership: Mentor and guide a team of project controls professionals.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Work with project managers, estimators, finance, designers, and engineers to achieve project objectives.
• Process Improvement: Draft and improve project management processes and become an SME on company software.
• Performance Oversight: Oversee cost controls, change management, risk management, earned value, and scheduling efforts.
• Project Health: Evaluate project health and maintain communication with leadership.
• Interdisciplinary Coordination: Coordinate activities and inputs with engineering, construction, and procurement teams.
• Audit and Review: Review and audit cost, progress, and schedule reports.
• Governance and Progress Control: Establish milestones and monitor progress, implementing corrective actions as needed.
• Customer Acceptance: Define acceptance criteria, ensure deliverables meet expectations, and facilitate signoff.
• Project Closeout: Lead project closeout reviews and share lessons learned.

Qualifications, Education, and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Project Management, Business, or related field (PMP preferred)
• 5+ years of relevant experience, including 3+ years of leadership experience
• Strong understanding of project management principles and tools
• Analytical and strategic with a hands-on leadership style
• Strong business acumen and strategic thinking skills
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Project, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Experience in NetSuite preferred
• Ability to lead and communicate effectively across all levels

Network Connex provides a comprehensive benefits package including 401(k), health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance. Network Connex is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, or national origin.Upon acceptance of an offer, all candidates will be required to pass a background check and drug screening

EOE-Minority/Female/Disability/VeteranNetwork Connex provides equal employment opportunities and does not discriminate based on race, color, gender, sexual orientation, domestic partnership status, ancestry, religion, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, disability, veteran status, age, or any other protected status.