MEP Director of Project Controls (Mechanical)

Diamond Peak Recruiting • Full-time • Remote (Kansas City Metropolitan Area, US) • $160,000 - $200,000 / year • 1d ago

MEP Director of Project Controls – Mechanical

A growing mechanical contractor is seeking a Director of Project Controls to lead and standardize project controls functions across the organization. This individual will drive alignment between estimating, scheduling, virtual construction, and operations while ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and with full performance visibility. This role will play a critical part in building scalable processes, improving forecasting accuracy, and supporting executive decision-making as the company continues to grow.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and implement company-wide project controls strategy aligned with growth objectives
Establish standardized processes for cost management, scheduling, forecasting, and reporting
Oversee project budgeting, cost tracking, and financial forecasting across all active projects
Analyze cost and schedule performance, identifying risks and driving corrective actions
Lead scheduling efforts, ensuring proper use of CPM and other methodologies
Identify project risks and implement mitigation strategies across cost and schedule
Build and maintain reporting frameworks, dashboards, and KPIs for executive visibility
Partner with estimating and preconstruction teams to ensure accurate project setup and baseline alignment
Support project teams throughout the lifecycle with controls expertise and performance insights
Drive continuous improvement, system implementation, and process optimization

Leadership & Team Development

Lead, mentor, and grow a team of project controls professionals, including schedulers, cost engineers, and analysts
Establish clear roles, performance expectations, and development plans
Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Finance, or related field (or equivalent experience)
10–15+ years of experience in project controls, construction management, or related field
Strong background in cost control, scheduling, and project performance analytics
Experience working in construction or mechanical contracting environments preferred

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