Program Controls Lead

Jones Lang LaSalle Americas, Inc.

. Lead and integrate the Cost Controls and Scheduling teams under a unified program controls structure .

Posted 10/12/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSenior💰 $150,000 - $190,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in construction cost controls, estimating, scheduling, and program governance, with a strong focus on integrating data for executive-level decision-making. Proven leadership in managing multidisciplinary teams and driving process improvements through analytics and reporting.

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Construction Cost ControlsEstimating StandardsScheduling GovernanceData AnalyticsLeadership and Team Development

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Hard Skills

Cost Control MethodologiesConstruction EstimatingScheduling TechniquesForecasting PracticesProgram Controls Governance

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsStakeholder ManagementOrganizational ManagementAnalytical RigorInfluencing Strategic Decisions

Tools & Technologies

CostXRSMeansPrimavera P6Microsoft ProjectBluebeamPlanSwiftMicrosoft Office

Industry Keywords

Construction ManagementProgram ControlsFinancial StewardshipBenchmarkingRisk Visibility

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and integrate the Cost Controls and Scheduling teams under a unified program controls structure
Establish and enforce program-wide controls governance, estimating standards, scheduling discipline, and forecasting methodologies
Improve cost and schedule predictability through benchmarking, analytics, and risk visibility
Support client financial stewardship objectives through disciplined controls processes and reporting alignment
Lead program estimating across scoping, engineered drawing, and final pricing phases
Oversee development and validation of scoping budgets, engineered drawing budgets, and final pricing estimates
Lead portfolio-level benchmarking, market intelligence tracking, and pricing trend analysis
Lead scheduling governance and standards across the portfolio
Establish schedule development, milestone management, reporting, and forecasting practices
Lead portfolio-level forecasting and controls analytics across cost and schedule performance
Develop standardized reporting and variance narratives for executive leadership and client stakeholders
Maintain controls dashboards, assumption logs, and risk registers
Lead, mentor, and develop the Cost Controls and Scheduling teams
Establish performance expectations, workload prioritization, and quality standards
Lead controls process improvement and support innovation, automation, analytics, and reporting initiatives
Partner with Project Delivery, PMO, Design Enablement, Innovation, COE leadership, and client stakeholders

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, Finance, Business, or related field
10+ years of experience in construction cost controls, estimating, scheduling, or program controls leadership
Demonstrated experience leading multidisciplinary controls or program management teams
Strong understanding of integrated cost and schedule controls methodologies
Deep expertise in construction estimating, scheduling, forecasting, and program controls governance
Strong leadership and organizational management capabilities
Ability to integrate cost, schedule, and operational data into executive-level insights and decision support
Strong analytical rigor and financial acumen
Ability to influence strategic decisions through credible, data-driven recommendations
Strong interpersonal and stakeholder management skills with client and executive leadership teams
Working knowledge of architectural and engineering drawings
Proficiency with CostX, RSMeans, Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, Bluebeam, and PlanSwift
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, reporting tools, and data analytics platforms
Must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship

Benefits

Comp & perks

401(k) plan with matching company contributions
Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Care
Paid parental leave at 100% of salary
Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
Early access to earned wages through Daily Pay
Supportive culture and comprehensive benefits package prioritizing mental, physical and emotional health