Senior Project Controls Manager – Data Center

Cumming Group

. Perform project controls services, including capital planning, portfolio and project governance, front-end planning, project funding, project setup, construction technology, procure to pay, project/cost/commercial management, schedule control, risk management, and project close-out .

Posted 9/15/2026full-timeAtlanta • United StatesSenior💰 $121,200 - $169,667 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in project controls services, including project setup, construction technology, and cost management, while effectively managing risks and ensuring project closure. Proficient in utilizing ERP systems and project management tools to enhance project delivery and governance.

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Project Controls ServicesCost Estimating for Construction ProjectsERP Systems (SAP, Oracle)Primavera P6 and MS ProjectRisk Management

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Hard Skills

Project SetupConstruction TechnologyCost ManagementSchedule ControlProcure to PayFinancial Activities CompletionData AnalysisConstruction Law UnderstandingContracts ManagementForecasting Project Outcomes

Soft Skills

MultitaskingPrioritizationEffective CommunicationRelationship BuildingResearch Skills

Tools & Technologies

Power BIProcoreACC BuildExcel

Certifications & Qualifications

MRICSCPECCECEPPMPSix Sigma

Industry Keywords

Construction ManagementProject GovernanceFunding ProcessesConstruction Delivery MethodologiesLarge-Scale Data Center Projects

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERPOraclePMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform project controls services, including capital planning, portfolio and project governance, front-end planning, project funding, project setup, construction technology, procure to pay, project/cost/commercial management, schedule control, risk management, and project close-out
Participate in delivery of portfolios, programs, and projects
Support development and updates of client capital plans using cashflow and accrual information
Prepare front-end planning assessments
Facilitate funding processes by consolidating information into funding request documents
Set up project systems and coding with clients and communicate requirements to contributors
Enable project governance through relevant, fact-based reports
Support construction technology operations and information flow
Develop project sourcing strategies and procure-to-pay structures
Forecast and predictively influence project outcomes
Review and analyze schedule development and progression
Identify, quantify, and monitor risks and develop mitigation plans
Ensure effective project closure, including completion of financial activities
Support cost controls for multi-phase projects and complex funding structures
Provide feedback for process improvements
Attend work during normal business hours
Partner with management to develop new customers and grow the existing customer base
Build relationships with peers, leaders, clients, and AEC professionals

Requirements

What you’ll need

Demonstrated technical competency in project controls service offering, including project setup, construction technology, procure to pay, project, cost and commercial management, schedule control, risk management, and project close-out
Proficient in cost estimating for construction projects, including conceptual and detailed estimating
Pricing expertise in various phases of construction work
Strong research skills and ability to allocate relevant data
Understanding of construction technology, construction economics, construction delivery methodologies, local tax and insurance requirements, general conditions, and general requirements
Understanding of construction law in the local market, methods of measurement, and parametric, top-down, and bottom-up estimates
Ability to analyze, compare, and interpret detailed and sometimes poorly defined information
Ability to integrate effectively with other departments and communicate with internal and external stakeholders
Ability to multitask, prioritize, and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
Skilled in ERP systems such as SAP and Oracle
Highly proficient in Excel
Proficient with Primavera P6 and MS Project
Functionally proficient in contracts management, cost management, Power BI, and project information management systems such as Procore or ACC Build
Ability to read and interpret architectural, civil, structural, MEP, geotechnical, site logistics, and schedule documents
Ability to understand contracts and specifications and review construction schedules
Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, QS, Architecture, or related field (preferred)
8+ years in Project Controls or related roles
MRICS, CPE, CCE, CEP, PMP, or Six Sigma certification (preferred)
Prior experience working on large-scale data center projects (preferred)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k)
401(k) Matching
Paid Time Off
Paid Holidays
Short and long-term disability
Employee Assistance Program