CareerPlan

Program Controls Cost Manager

Arlington, VA, usFull-time2026-10-16 → 2026-11-10
On-siteNo visa sponsorship

Core

Strategic cost and controls leadership across multi-project programs, ensuring alignment with program objectives while navigating legislation, political considerations, and cross-organizational collaboration.

Role type

Senior IC program controls manager (cost)

Builds

Multi-project programs in infrastructure (transportation, water, aviation)

Domain

Infrastructure + Program Management

Required skills

Program controls, Cost management, Risk mitigation, Resource allocation, Stakeholder alignment, Cross-organizational collaboration, Strategic planning, Financial stewardship, Conflict resolution, Reporting to senior leadership

Preferred skills

Cost evolution from estimating through closeout, Transportation/Water/Aviation program experience, 14+ years experience

Technologies

N/A

Responsibilities

Direct program controls activities for medium-sized programs, Orchestrate coordination across multiple projects, Identify and address project interdependencies, Collaborate with project managers on resource allocation, Consult with senior leadership on program objectives, Provide oversight to project controls teams, Monitor risk mitigation strategies, Facilitate communication between teams and stakeholders, Deliver regular updates to senior leadership

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC