Director Project Controls

Company Leadership

• Actively supports the Company's commitment to safety and its "Core Values."
• Represents the Company at all times with high moral standards while adhering to the Company's "Code of Business Conduct and Ethics."
• Exhibits strong safety leadership - will place a high priority on safety, with a continual emphasis on driving and maintaining a strong safety culture
• Establishes and maintains discipline strategy, mission, and goals. Guides discipline leaders and staff to these goals, and clarifies, communicates, and endorses organizational strategy and goals to all departmental employees.
• Interacts with leaders in other Matrix Service Company subsidiaries to assure their team is supporting the larger business and addressing any needed improvements.
• Foster and further develop a success and results-oriented culture.
• Participates in and supports Company-wide initiatives.
• Provide strategic leadership and seek out continuous improvement activities to advance the capabilities and technology of the Company toward the achievement of the organization's overall strategic goals.
• Champions PDM's Strategy in other subsidiaries.

Functional Leadership

• Leads succession and employee development efforts to assure longer term demands of the Company for their functional area are met. Acts as a coach and mentor to direct and indirect team members.
• Interviews, hires, trains, evaluates and terminates subordinate personnel. Establishes department and individual goals/objectives and directs, and actively participates as necessary, subordinate personnel in achievement of responsibilities and objectives.
• Directs Team's efforts in support of proposal schedule development, project budget set-up, project planning and scheduling, forecasting, and cost control. Oversees earned value preparation, percent complete and productivity measurement tools.
• Direct the preparation and presentation of project performance, cash flow projections, etc., to supporting the Company's strategic and business plans.
• Leads the development, implementation, training of best practices and execution of all estimating, cost control, cost reporting, progress (earned value), scheduling, and document control processes, procedures, and systems.
• Ensures project managers, senior management and estimators are trained on project controls systems, procedures, and tools.
• Interfaces with the client's Project Controls Group to provide required cost and schedule reports, as needed.
• Identifies, recommends, and directs the implement of enhanced project controls throughout the Company with a focus on larger projects to support growth and superior project performance.
• Ensures the development and implementation of project controls policies, manuals, and standard operating procedures to support all eastern business unit operations.
• Interfaces with corporate office to define site projects reporting structure and monthly reporting requirements.
• Oversees the document control system to ensure it meets the projects requirements as well as client / company policies and procedures.

Business Leadership

• Maintains a positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating in a manner that inspires and engages clients, co-workers, and management.
• Directly manage Functional Supervisors and Managers in a collaborative manner, driving results, while developing strong relationships.
• Provides technical oversight on projects executed across the department; serving as the managerial lead with strong technical capability.
• Works with construction resources to align work product outputs with input requirements.
• Supports Company-wide Business Development efforts as needed.
• Routinely reviews and speaks to project performance metrics for their functions.
• Communicates a strong sense of urgency about solving problems and getting work done.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned.

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction, or a related field; or equivalent combination of education/ experience in lieu of a degree.
• 12 + years of experience in construction processes, including 5+ years leadership experience.
• Demonstrated strong leadership skills and experience.
• Strong computer skills required, including Microsoft Office Suite; experience with Primavera, Hexagon or other EDMS software.
• Must be able to work independently and cooperatively.
• Strong analytical skills, interpersonal skills, and must be able to work well with others.
• Ability to develop and implement new ideas and initiatives that improve the organization's performance. Coaches others to develop stronger change management skills and overcomes resistance to change.
• Ability to prioritize projects, work with multiple deadlines, and lead the team to work on multiple projects.
• Ability to travel as necessary.

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Full-time employees are offered a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, disability benefits, life and AD&D insurance, paid time off, an employee assistance program (EAP), a 401(k) plan with company match, an employee stock purchase plan (ESPP), a robust wellness program, tuition reimbursement and adoption assistance. Some employees may also be eligible for a performance or safety bonus program.

At Matrix, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. We encourage all whose experience aligns with the listed qualifications to apply and explore joining our organization.

EEO/M/F/Disability/Vets/Affirmative Action Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, genetic information, marital status, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristic or category.