ManpowerGroup Global, Inc.
Project Controls Specialist – Meta Infrastructure - Hybrid - MPK, CA
ManpowerGroup Global, Inc., Menlo Park, California, United States, 94029
Job Title:
Project Controls Specialist – Meta Infrastructure Location:
[Menlo Park, CA / Remote / Hybrid] Reports To:
Project Controls Manager / Program Manager About the Role We are seeking a
Project Controls Specialist
to support
Accenture global infrastructure delivery program . The role focuses on cost management, schedule control, and project performance tracking for large-scale data center, network, retrofit, and new build projects. This individual will work closely with Meta’s project managers, construction partners, and finance teams to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and aligned with business objectives.
Key Responsibilities 1. Cost Management
Develop, maintain, and track project budgets, forecasts, and cost performance metrics.
Support cost estimating, benchmarking, and cash flow analysis for multiple infrastructure projects.
Manage commitments,
change order reviews , and invoices in accordance with Meta’s financial controls.
Conduct
invoice reviews for inflight new builds
to ensure accuracy, compliance, and timely approvals.
Coordinate with procurement and finance teams for budget alignment and reporting.
2. Schedule Management
Collaborate with scheduling teams to develop and maintain integrated project schedules.
Monitor progress, identify variances, and analyze critical paths and risks to delivery timelines.
Support recovery planning and mitigation efforts to maintain schedule integrity.
3. Retrofit and New Build Support
Provide
retrofit project support , ensuring seamless coordination between ongoing operations and construction activities.
Track retrofit costs, schedules, and scope changes to ensure alignment with program budgets and standards.
Partner with engineering and construction teams to integrate retrofit and expansion work into master schedules and forecasts.
4. Reporting & Analytics
Prepare weekly and monthly reports summarizing project performance, earned value, and KPIs.
Generate dashboards for leadership visibility using tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or internal systems.
Present actionable insights and recommendations for decision-making.
5. Governance & Controls
Ensure adherence to Meta’s project management and controls standards.
Assist in audits,
change order documentation reviews , process reviews, and lessons-learned sessions.
Contribute to continuous improvement of cost, schedule, and invoice control procedures.
6. Cross-Functional Collaboration
Work closely with engineering, construction, procurement, and finance partners.
Support alignment between Meta’s internal stakeholders and external vendors.
Participate in program-level coordination and portfolio reviews.
Qualifications Required:
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Finance, or related field.
5+ years of experience in project controls, cost engineering, or scheduling in infrastructure or construction projects.
Proficiency in project controls software such as
Primavera P6, MS Project, CostOS, or EcoSys .
Strong analytical and Excel/Power BI skills.
Experience supporting large-scale
data center, retrofit, or new build infrastructure programs .
Preferred:
Experience working with or for
Meta (Facebook) , hyperscale data center programs, or other tech infrastructure clients.
Understanding of design–build, EPC, and construction management delivery models.
Certification such as
PMP, CCP (AACE), or PSP (AACE)
is a plus.
Soft Skills
Excellent communication and stakeholder management.
Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
Proactive, solutions-oriented mindset.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, matrixed, global environment.
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Project Controls Specialist – Meta Infrastructure Location:
[Menlo Park, CA / Remote / Hybrid] Reports To:
Project Controls Manager / Program Manager About the Role We are seeking a
Project Controls Specialist
to support
Accenture global infrastructure delivery program . The role focuses on cost management, schedule control, and project performance tracking for large-scale data center, network, retrofit, and new build projects. This individual will work closely with Meta’s project managers, construction partners, and finance teams to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and aligned with business objectives.
Key Responsibilities 1. Cost Management
Develop, maintain, and track project budgets, forecasts, and cost performance metrics.
Support cost estimating, benchmarking, and cash flow analysis for multiple infrastructure projects.
Manage commitments,
change order reviews , and invoices in accordance with Meta’s financial controls.
Conduct
invoice reviews for inflight new builds
to ensure accuracy, compliance, and timely approvals.
Coordinate with procurement and finance teams for budget alignment and reporting.
2. Schedule Management
Collaborate with scheduling teams to develop and maintain integrated project schedules.
Monitor progress, identify variances, and analyze critical paths and risks to delivery timelines.
Support recovery planning and mitigation efforts to maintain schedule integrity.
3. Retrofit and New Build Support
Provide
retrofit project support , ensuring seamless coordination between ongoing operations and construction activities.
Track retrofit costs, schedules, and scope changes to ensure alignment with program budgets and standards.
Partner with engineering and construction teams to integrate retrofit and expansion work into master schedules and forecasts.
4. Reporting & Analytics
Prepare weekly and monthly reports summarizing project performance, earned value, and KPIs.
Generate dashboards for leadership visibility using tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or internal systems.
Present actionable insights and recommendations for decision-making.
5. Governance & Controls
Ensure adherence to Meta’s project management and controls standards.
Assist in audits,
change order documentation reviews , process reviews, and lessons-learned sessions.
Contribute to continuous improvement of cost, schedule, and invoice control procedures.
6. Cross-Functional Collaboration
Work closely with engineering, construction, procurement, and finance partners.
Support alignment between Meta’s internal stakeholders and external vendors.
Participate in program-level coordination and portfolio reviews.
Qualifications Required:
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Finance, or related field.
5+ years of experience in project controls, cost engineering, or scheduling in infrastructure or construction projects.
Proficiency in project controls software such as
Primavera P6, MS Project, CostOS, or EcoSys .
Strong analytical and Excel/Power BI skills.
Experience supporting large-scale
data center, retrofit, or new build infrastructure programs .
Preferred:
Experience working with or for
Meta (Facebook) , hyperscale data center programs, or other tech infrastructure clients.
Understanding of design–build, EPC, and construction management delivery models.
Certification such as
PMP, CCP (AACE), or PSP (AACE)
is a plus.
Soft Skills
Excellent communication and stakeholder management.
Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
Proactive, solutions-oriented mindset.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, matrixed, global environment.
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