Project Controls Manager

Company Description

Founded in 1952 and formerly known as Heery International Inc., the firm operates throughout the United States as part of Turner & Townsend. It specializes in project and program management for public sector organizations, with industry-leading experts in corporate, cultural, healthcare, justice, sports, K-12 education, higher education, aviation and government facilities.

Recognized for service excellence by a broad spectrum of professional organizations and industry publications, the talented multidisciplinary team at Turner & Townsend Heery exceeds client expectations — adding value, best practice and expertise at every turn. The team's unique client-centric culture is integrated into each project and reflects a passion for the built environment and staying true to the client’s vision.

Job Description

We are seeking a Project Controls Manager to support construction management and project control operations for Los Angeles County CAPEX program. This position will serve as a key cost/financial lead, overseeing cost management and budget tracking for high-value public-sector infrastructure efforts. The successful candidate will manage fiscal accountability, ensure compliance with County financial procedures, and deliver timely and accurate financial reports in support of multi-phase construction contracts.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all project cost management, budgeting, and financial oversight activities.
• Develop and maintain project budgets, forecasts, and cash flow analysis aligned with County requirements.
• Prepare, submit, and track all contract and consultant invoices; coordinate with the County on payment status.
• Monitor financial compliance with contract terms, approved scopes, and funding allocations.
• Support preparation of monthly financial reports, audit documentation, and funding source summaries.
• Coordinate with Project Controls team on budget adjustments, change orders, and funding reallocations.
• Liaise with County fiscal officers and auditors to support financial transparency and reporting.
• Assist in maintaining financial records per ISD requirements and internal controls.
• SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable. 

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in financial management for capital projects.
• At least 5 years of experience managing project finances for public sector or government clients.
• Strong knowledge of project cost control systems, invoice processing, and capital funding structures.
• Experience with construction management or infrastructure project environments.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, financial reporting tools, and ERP/accounting software.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and organizational skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Los Angeles County financial procedures and reporting templates or other large Los Angeles Public clients
• Familiarity with e-Builder, Oracle, or other project control systems.

Additional Information

The salary range for this full-time role is $140k-$170k per year. Ranges are determined by role and level and represent a good faith effort to provide a fair and equitable salary. This range is a reflection of base salary only, not of a total compensation package.  Please note Turner & Townsend reserves the right to pay more or less than the posted range, depending on candidate’s experience and qualifications. 

*Qualified candidates with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with LA County ordinance and CA law.   

Turner & Townsend is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Equal Employment Opportunity Posters  If you’d like to view a copy of the company’s affirmative action plan, please email [email protected].  If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact the Human Resources Department at 713-457-9400 or [email protected].  This telephone line and email address is reserved solely for job seekers with disabilities requesting accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Please do not call about the status of your job application if you do not require accessibility assistance or an accommodation. Messages left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or non-disability related technical issues, will not receive a response.

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