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Project Controls Manager (Owner's Representative) - Data Center Construction

KALCON, Shippingport, PA, United States


Overview
The Project Controls Manager serves as the Owner's Representative and single source of truth for the project schedule across complex, mission-critical construction programs. This role is responsible for integrating multiple contractor and vendor schedules into a comprehensive master schedule, validating logic, sequencing, and contract compliance, and overseeing schedule governance throughout the project lifecycle. Acting as the client's schedule gatekeeper, the Project Controls Manager evaluates change order requests, develops fragnets, and performs scenario and risk analysis to support informed decision-making.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor\'s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and experience

10+ years of progressive experience in project controls, scheduling, or planning roles on large, complex construction programs

Expert-level proficiency in Primavera P6, including development, integration, and maintenance of highly complex, multi-party schedules

Deep understanding of Critical Path Method (CPM) scheduling and its practical application across large capital projects

Demonstrated experience integrating multiple general contractor and vendor schedules into a single, master program schedule

Proven capability to analyze, validate, and support change order requests through detailed schedule impact analysis

Strong experience developing fragnets, conducting "what-if" scenario modeling, and assessing schedule risk and recovery strategies

Duties And Responsibilities

Serve as the single source of truth and gatekeeper for the overall project schedule on behalf of the client, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and alignment across all stakeholders

Develop, maintain, and manage an integrated master schedule by consolidating and validating schedules from general contractors, vendors, and key trade partners

Independently review, audit, and validate GC and vendor Primavera P6 schedules for logic, sequencing, constructability, and contractual compliance

Establish and enforce scheduling standards, coding structures, milestone definitions, and reporting requirements across the program

Evaluate schedule updates and progress submissions, identify variances, and clearly communicate drivers, impacts, and risks to project leadership

Lead schedule impact analyses associated with change order requests, including development of fragnets and time impact analyses to objectively assess entitlement

Develop and run multiple "what-if" and recovery scenarios to support decision-making related to scope changes, procurement delays, or sequencing constraints

Monitor critical path and near-critical path activities, identifying emerging risks and recommending proactive mitigation strategies

Provide executive-level reporting and presentations that translate complex schedule data into clear, concise insights for senior leadership, investors, and the C-suite

Collaborate closely with construction management, procurement, commissioning, and client teams to align sequencing from early planning through turnover and commissioning

Support the development of policies, procedures, and best practices related to project controls and scheduling excellence

Track and report key milestones, long-lead activities, and OFCI interfaces to support informed, timely program decisions

Support claims avoidance through accurate schedule governance, documentation, and transparent reporting

Benefits Offered

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) retirement plan with 4% KALCON match when an employee contributes at least 5%

15 days of paid time off

8 paid National Holidays

Reimbursement for professional licenses and certifications

Submission Requirements
At a minimum, the candidate\'s professional resume must include the following:

List of all Educational Achievements

List of all Professional Licenses or Certificates

List of Awards Received

Detailed Employment History with each company including:

Name & Contact Information of the firm or agency

Start Date and End Date (Month & Year)

Positions Held

At KALCON, we are committed to creating an inclusive, diverse, and equitable workplace where every individual is respected and valued. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants and employees will receive consideration for employment as we do not tolerate discrimination of any kind based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetics, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. We believe that a diverse workforce contributes to the success of our company and the innovation behind the exceptional projects we deliver. We encourage and support applicants from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives to join our team and thrive. Our hiring and employment practices are guided by principles of fairness, equality, and opportunity for all.

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