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Luster National · Presencial · California, USA

About the Positions

We’re seeking Project Controls Managers to support large, complex heavy civil infrastructure programs, including highways, roads, bridges, transit (bus and rail), aviation (international airports), and water/wastewater projects delivered through both traditional and alternative delivery methods. These roles sit where cost, schedule, risk, and change come together, so the baseline, the forecast, and the performance a program reports all tell the same story. We are looking for people who can defend a number in front of a contractor and in front of program leadership on the same day.

This post is for future roles and not for a specific opportunity that is available right now. We accept applications and conduct interviews in advance of upcoming hiring needs. When a candidate is selected, their profile is activated in our talent pool for this specialty area. We notify our talent pool candidates first whenever we have a project need.

Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

  • Oversee the program’s integrated controls system, including the work breakdown and cost breakdown structures, coding standards, and baseline change procedures, so cost and schedule data reconcile to the same source.
  • Review and validate contractor cost and schedule submittals, including baseline schedules, monthly updates, progress payments, and contingency drawdown requests, against contract requirements and verified field progress.
  • Analyze earned value, cost and schedule performance indices, and productivity trends, and surface the variances that will move the forecast before they show up in a monthly report.
  • Evaluate change proposals, delay claims, and time impact analyses for cost and schedule merit, and recommend a position to program leadership.
  • Oversee the program forecast, cash flow projection, and contingency and reserve position, and test the assumptions behind each of them.
  • Coordinate the risk register with the cost and schedule baselines so quantified exposure carries into the forecast and into contingency decisions.
  • May lead the monthly controls cycle, presenting cost and schedule status, trends, and recommended corrective action to program leadership.
  • Coordinate controls across adjacent contracts and program interfaces so impacts that cross package boundaries are captured before they land in a claim.
  • Coordinate that work across roadway and structures packages, systems and trackwork contracts, airfield phasing, and water and utility relocation work.
  • Coordinate across estimating, scheduling, engineering, contracts, document control, and finance so one set of numbers supports program decisions.
  • Oversee the controls data in the program’s management information systems and verify that cost, schedule, and change records are complete, correctly coded, and traceable for funding agency reporting and external audit.
  • May lead and mentor controls analysts and specialists, setting expectations for analysis quality, turnaround, and how findings get escalated.

Attributes

  • Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Excellent multi-tasking and organizational skills.
  • Collaborative mindset that fosters teamwork, trust, and positive relationships.
  • Natural curiosity, problem-solving abilities, and a commitment to continuous improvement.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, finance, or business, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • 10+ years of project controls experience for large (>$500M), complex, heavy-civil infrastructure projects.
  • Experience integrating cost and schedule data on a common work breakdown and cost breakdown structure, including baseline management and change control.
  • Experience applying earned value methods and critical path schedule analysis to evaluate program performance and forecast outcomes.
  • Experience reviewing contractor cost and schedule submittals against contract requirements and verified progress.
  • Experience leading or directing project controls staff on a capital program.
  • Proficiency with industry standard scheduling and program cost controls software (e.g., Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, Oracle Unifier, EcoSys, e-Builder, etc.).
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite/Office 365 (e.g., Outlook, Teams, Word, PowerPoint, etc.).

Preferred Qualifications

  • Master’s degree in construction management, engineering, finance, or business.
  • Active professional certifications such as CCP, PSP, or EVP (AACE), and/or PMP (PMI).
  • Experience leading the owner’s project controls function on a highway, bridge, transit and rail, aviation, or water and wastewater capital program exceeding $1B in construction value.
  • Experience standing up a project controls function on a new program, including procedures, coding structures, reporting cycle, and staffing plan.
  • Experience integrating a quantitative cost or schedule risk model with the program baselines to set and defend a contingency position.
  • Experience supporting claims, delay analysis, or dispute resolution with time-phased cost and schedule records on a program exceeding $1B in construction value.
  • Experience configuring or administering the controls modules of a program management information system rather than only working inside one.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Power BI, Oracle Cloud Analytics, or other dashboard KPI reporting software.

Compensation Details

Expected Salary: $130k-$205k/year ($63-$99/hour). Luster provides the salary range that the company in good faith believes it might offer for this position based on the successful candidate’s level and years of experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, education, certifications, licenses, geographic location, etc. Luster reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range depending on circumstances not related to any status protected by local, state, and/or federal law.

Just LOOK at the Benefits We Offer!

  • Unlimited flexible time off
  • Paid holidays
  • Paid parental leave
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Flexible spending accounts (healthcare and dependent or elder care)
  • Long-term disability insurance
  • Short-term disability insurance
  • Life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment
  • 401(k) plan with guaranteed employer contribution
  • Formal career planning and development program
  • $2,500 annually toward professional development
  • Wellness program with monthly wellness stipend
  • Company cell phone or cell phone plan reimbursement
  • Free personalized meal planning and nutrition support with a registered dietitian
  • Free personal financial planning services
  • Employee assistance program
  • Employee discounts
  • Employee referral bonus

Specific plan details and coverage for each benefit noted above will be provided upon offer.

If you wish to be considered for a position where there is not an active job posted, please search for our 'General Application' and apply. 

Luster is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to criminal history, race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. This employer participates in E-Verify. The employer will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee's I-9 to confirm work authorization.

All positions may be subject to a background check and drug test once a conditional offer of employment is made for any convictions directly related to its duties and responsibilities, in accordance with all applicable local, state, and/or federal regulations.

This job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.

Luster does not accept unsolicited resumes from any third-party. In the absence of a signed agreement, Luster will not consider or agree to payment of any kind. Any unsolicited resumes presented to Luster personnel, including those submitted to Luster hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Luster. 

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Who is Luster National?

Luster National, Inc. (Luster) is a strategic consulting firm, headquartered in Mill Valley, CA, with offices nationwide, that specializes in management consulting services and program, project, and construction management activities. For 36 years and counting, we have led projects across the US focusing on various markets including:

  • Roads & Bridges - We manage and advise on the planning, design, and delivery of vital roadways and bridge networks, ensuring communities remain connected, resilient, and safe.
  • Rail & Transit - Our team supports transformative rail and transit projects, streamlining program management, stakeholder coordination, and compliance for efficient, sustainable mobility.
  • Aviation - We drive successful improvements and expansions in the aviation sector, enabling airports to deliver future-ready infrastructure and superior passenger experiences.
  • Vertical - We deliver project and construction management for high-performing buildings—including healthcare, commercial, and institutional space—guiding projects from vision to grand opening.
  • Disaster Recovery & Federal - Luster mobilizes rapidly with proven expertise and national resources to help federal agencies and communities recover, rebuild, and strengthen critical infrastructure after disaster.
  • Water - We partner with agencies and utilities to plan, construct, and optimize water supply and treatment facilities, ensuring safe and reliable resources for communities. 

We're proud to share that our firm, and its Quality Management System, is ISO 9001:2015 certified! We have a successful track record spanning a broad spectrum of professional services, including:

 

Strategic Consulting Services - We deliver tailored strategies, organizational solutions, and expert insights to help clients optimize performance, manage change, and achieve sustainable growth in complex infrastructure programs.​ 

  • Program/Partnering strategy​
  • Organization design and workforce planning​
  • PMO and governance planning​
  • PMO standup​
  • PMIS strategy and implementation​
  • Hiring and onboarding​
  • Workforce kick start and enablement​
  • Program assurance​
  • Executive advisory​
  • Organizational transformation​
  • Stakeholder alignment
  • Assessment and improvement
  • Knowledge management
  • Workforce development
  • DBE development

Environmental Consulting - Luster guides projects through environmental planning, permitting, and compliance— from initial assessment to construction support—to ensure responsible, efficient, and legally sound delivery.

  • Phases I, II & III Environmental Site Assessment (ESA)​
  • National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) Planning​
  • NEPA Assessment​
  • Environmental Resource Identification
  • Ecology
  • Environmental Permitting​ and Agency Coordination
  • Construction Program/Project Environmental Compliance
  • Environmental Mitigation and Field Compliance
  • Community and Public Engagement
  • Erosion Control Compliance, Assessments, Inspections and Water Sampling
  • GSWCC Level II ESPC Plan Reviews
  • GSWCC Training and Recertification; Level I & Level II Certified Inspector and Worksite Erosion Control Specialist (WECS)

Project and Program Management - Luster offers experienced program and project management support throughout all stages of the life cycle, including oversight and management of controls, risk, contract, change, and quality.

  • Program Management Office Support​
  • Project Management
  • Requirements Alignment​
  • Stakeholder Alignment​
  • Interface Management​
  • Programmatic Quality​
  • Project Management Information System (PMIS)​
  • Communications & Public Outreach
  • Controls
  • Contract and Change Management​
  • Risk Management​
  • Document Management​
  • Schedule Management
  • Estimating​
  • Healthy and Safety Management​
  • Quality Management and QA/QC
  • Stakeholder Alignment

Construction Management - Our specialists deliver hands-on construction management—overseeing quality, safety, procurement, and contract administration to ensure projects are built right and completed successfully.

  • Construction Management
  • Change control and claim management
  • Right-of-Way
  • Compliance
  • ​Safety
  • Construction Engineering & Inspection (CE&I)
  • Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC)
  • Construction Document Control

 

Why Luster?

At Luster, we believe that our employees are the heart of our success. We recognize that each team member is not only a professional but a person with diverse roles and responsibilities both within and outside the workplace. Our culture reflects this understanding, fostering an environment where individuals are supported holistically—personally, professionally, and creatively.

 

We describe our workplace culture as one that honors the whole individual. At Luster, this means nurturing an environment where everyone can thrive, bringing their full identity, experiences, and ideas to the table. We recognize the importance of diversity of thought, which leads to more innovative solutions and stronger, more cohesive teams.

 

Our commitment to diversity and inclusion is not just a statement but a practice. We actively encourage our team members to contribute their unique perspectives, which in turn drives us to achieve greater results. Our projects across sectors such as roads and bridges, transit, aviation, and more are successful because of the diverse experiences, expertise, and viewpoints that each team member brings.

 

Luster isn't just about getting the job done; it's about creating an environment where our people feel safe, supported, and challenged to reach new heights. Our leadership is dedicated to providing opportunities for growth in an environment that fosters achievement, collaboration, and innovation. We seek team members who are big thinkers, achievers, and self-starters, those who are always ready to take on the next challenge and say, "Let's make it happen!"

 

In line with our mission to harness proven resources while implementing new, innovative methods for our clients, ensuring we consistently deliver in an ever-changing environment, we foster collaborative work environments to ensure project solutions that exceed client expectations. Our mission and value statements, refined through years of industry involvement, are Professional Integrity, Client Focus, and Social Responsibility. These values guide us as we act as advocates for our clients:

  • Client Focus - To provide our clients with the best possible Professional Services, using only the most competent, motivated and dedicated employees, in order to design solutions to meet their unique needs, in a timely and cost effective manner. “Mission First; People Always”.
  • Professional Integrity - To maintain an organization that exhibits integrity, promotes diversity, and encourages teamwork and creativity; a firm that delivers exactly what is expected on each and every project.
  • Social Responsibility - To be exemplary social, environmental and cultural stewards in the communities where we are corporate citizens.

 

At Luster, we understand that our success is directly tied to the well-being and development of our people. This is why we are committed to creating a workplace that values the whole person, embracing who they are, what they bring, and how they can grow. By doing so, we ensure that our team members are not just employees, but empowered individuals who contribute to the collective success of our company and the communities we serve.

 

Luster is a firm you want to be a part of to build innovative and creative capital improvement projects for current and future generations. It's an exciting time to be working with Luster! Browse through our list of current openings and apply wherever you see a fit!

 

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