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Project Controls Manager
full-time•Tampa
About this role
Working from our Tampa office on a hybrid schedule as part of our Finance Department, will handle project controls on multiple projects. The Project Controls Manager is responsible for planning, monitoring, and controlling project financial performance using Deltek VantagePoint. This role partners with Project Managers, Accounting, and Contracts to ensure projects are set up correctly, costs are recorded accurately, forecasts are reliable, and billing complies with FAR, contract, and client requirements. Key responsibilities include:
Project Set-up and Structure
Set up and maintain projects in Deltek VantagePoint, from qualified opportunities to contract close-out including:
- Contract structure (phases, tasks, work breakdown structure)
- Labor categories, billing terms, and revenue methods
- Budget, fee, and funding allocations
- Ensure project structures align with:
- Contract requirements (DOT, FAR, IDIQ, CPFF, T&M, FP)
- Company accounting standard operating procedures and disclosure practices
Cost & Schedule Control
- Monitor project performance against budget, fee, and funding
- Track labor, reimbursable and non-reimbursable costs at the phase/task level
- Analyze cost variances, burn rates, and estimate-to-complete (ETC)
- Support earned value or progress tracking where applicable
Forecasting & Financial Analysis
- Maintain accurate project forecast
- Review and validate PM inputs for:
- ETC and EAC
- Revenue and margin projections
- Identify risks, trends, and corrective actions early
Billing & Revenue Support
- Support monthly billing processes:
- Review labor, and reimbursable costs
- Validate billing caps, rates, and funding limits
- Assist with:
- Certified payroll support (as applicable)
- Revenue recognition and WIP analysis
Reporting & Dashboards
- Develop and maintain standard and custom VantagePoint reports
- Support PMs and leadership with clear, actionable financial insight
Compliance & Audit Support
- Ensure compliance with:
- Contract billing requirements
- Internal controls and company policies
- Support internal and external audits
- Assist with documentation related to timekeeping and cost allowability
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years project controls experience in engineering services company or closely related
- VantagePoint experience
- Microsoft Excel and SharePoint proficiency
- Strong ERP experience
- Solid math skills
- Ability to communicate with both internal staff and external clients professionally and promptly
- Ability to work well independently and as part of a team
- Strong organization skills and detail orientation
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with Earned Value tools, resource management and project productivity
What you'll do
- The Project Controls Manager is responsible for planning, monitoring, and controlling project financial performance, primarily using Deltek VantagePoint. This role ensures projects are set up correctly, costs are accurately recorded, forecasts are reliable, and billing adheres to all contractual and regulatory requirements.
About MC Squared,LLC
MC Squared is a consulting engineering firm that offers geotechnical, environmental, construction management, value engineering, and materials testing services. Our Focus at MC Squared is to understand the needs of our clients and develop partnerships with them to design innovative and cost effective solutions to deliver projects on time and within budget.
In today’s fast paced and competitive environment, MC Squared offers a unique advantage to its clients by providing valuable information in the infancy of project pursuits. This early intelligence enables its clients to create winning solutions that are changing the face of our market.
MC Squared offers an unparalleled level of service and resources to invest in clients' goals and objectives. The team of professionals and staff at MC Squared are leaders in their industry, which is demonstrated by the many client types they successfully serve, whether Departments of Transportation, cities, counties, architects, civil engineers, or developers. MC Squared offers a solid reputation backed by experience and a commitment to quality.
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As a Project Controls Manager at MC Squared,LLC, you will: the Project Controls Manager is responsible for planning, monitoring, and controlling project financial performance, primarily using Deltek VantagePoint. This role ensures projects are set up correctly, costs are accurately recorded, forecasts are reliable, and billing adheres to all contractual and regulatory requirements..
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The Project Controls Manager position at MC Squared,LLC is based in Tampa, Florida, United States. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.
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