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Project Controls Manager

Hill International Inc
vision insurance, sick time, 401(k)
United States, California, Oceanside
Feb 26, 2026

Hill International is seeking a Project Controls Manager in Oceanside, California. This role will be hired under Gafcon, a wholly owned subsidiary of Hill International.

The following are intended to be examples of the accountabilities for which the person in this position is responsible. This position description is not intended to be complete or all-inclusive and does not preclude management from assigning other or related functions if such functions are a logical assignment for the position.

  • Manages and ensures the reconciliation of program controls data with financial systems
  • Coordinates with Client and Program/Project Team
  • Coordinates and provides leadership to Project Managers and the Client to establish and maintain data coding structures and project control tools
  • Gathers and tracks quality data used for budgets, contracts, change orders, trends and actual costs
  • Must have financial audit and multiple funding source management experience
  • Develops, implements and maintains a management reporting data base to produce program controls reports
  • Ensures regular and timely reporting of the projects progress to advise of any conditions that would affect timelines or costs
  • Provides feedback to ensure adjustments are made on a timely basis with minimal disruption to project
  • Promotes open communication and collaboration between all parties to ensure that projects are completed with minimal disruptions and delays
  • Maintains computerized project reports as dictated by the project and by the contractual obligations
  • Reviews, evaluates and recommends changes to project documents as required by project needs
  • Develops and maintains program controls procedures consistent with Company and client standards
  • Provides program data and reports to various stakeholders including bond oversight committees and Client leadership
  • Provides cash flow projections and forecasts to assist in managing to available cash
  • Complete special projects on an as needed basis
  • Other duties as assigned
  • A minimum of ten (10) years' experience as a Cost Controller or Project Controls Manager in a construction environment on projects valued at $50M or greater
  • B.S. in Finance, Accounting, Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, Business or related field. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted as appropriate
  • Requires knowledge of the principals of cost estimating, scheduling, finance and contract administration
  • Must have strong time and cost management skills
  • Ability to accurately interpret construction contractual documents and contract modifications
  • Must possess strong communication management skills including proficient oral and written communication and presentation skills, as well as the ability to communicate effectively
  • Must be able to develop and maintain positive, cooperative, team-oriented relationships with co-workers, supervisors, managers, clients and consultants
  • Must have strong customer service orientation and assess customer needs and ensure delivery/receipt of service when appropriate
  • Able to efficiently and effectively handle multiple and shifting priorities
  • Strong working knowledge of MS Office products including Excel, Outlook, Word and PowerPoint
  • Must have experience in calculating and reporting on Earned Value Management
  • Must have experience in Project Cost controls/analysis/reporting
  • Must have experience in Risk Management

The salary range for this position is $115,000 - $185,000. The offered salary will be based on the applicants qualifications, education, experience and work location.

The company offers a competitive salary along with generous contributions toward comprehensive family health, dental, and vision insurance. Employees can participate in an Employee Stock Purchase Program. The organization provides a 401(k) plan with an employer match. Team members receive generous paid vacation, sick time, and company holidays. The company supports ongoing professional development and opportunities for career advancement. We foster a people-first, inclusive culture that features team celebrations, volunteer opportunities, and meaningful employee recognition.

Hill International, with more than 4,300+ professionals in over 100 offices worldwide, provides program management, project management, construction management, project management oversight, advisory, facilities management, and other consulting services to clients in a variety of market sectors. Engineering News-Record magazine recently ranked Hill as one of the largest program management firms in the world. For more information on Hill, please visit our website at www.hillintl.com.

Hill is exclusively a program, project, and construction management provider, meaning we have one focus as a company: protecting client interests. Free of any potential conflicts, our entire business is geared towards helping clients achieve their desired outcomes. We are dedicated to exceeding expectations throughout the entire construction project lifecycle and adapt to the needs of each assignment to develop tailored approaches and solutions to meet those needs.

Hill is a GISI Consulting Group company, part of the Global Infrastructure Solutions, Inc. (GISI) family of companies. Learn more about GISI Consulting Group at www.gisiconsulting.com.

Hill International is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veteran/Disabled

Note: This job description is intended to provide an indication of the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities and other essential functions to be carried out as part of fulfilling the role mentioned in the job title. Various other duties as required.

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