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Our promise to you:
Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.
All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:
Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
Paid Time Off from Day One
403-B Retirement Plan
4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave
Career Development
Whole Person Well-being Resources
Mental Health Resources and Support
Pet Benefits
Schedule:
Full timeShift:
Day (United States of America)Address:
900 HOPE WAYCity:
ALTAMONTE SPRINGSState:
FloridaPostal Code:
32714Job Description:
Engages and manages cross-functional teams to identify roles, tasks, deliverables, dependencies, and schedules. Other duties as assigned. Ensures resolution and execution of system governance and standards. Develops and implements industry best practices for design and construction project delivery workflows and project controls. Evaluates current systems and processes to establish and maintain high standards for a comprehensive Center of Excellence program. Utilize regional subject matter experts to inform rationalization and standardization of the processes, and methodologies that reduce variation, and increasing efficiency. Reduces variation and increases efficiency in project delivery. Supports the execution of key initiatives for the Center of Excellence. Provide technical support and guidance to project teams, resolving any issues or challenges that arise during the construction delivery process.Job Description Summary:
Responsible for managing the strategic initiatives program established by the Design and Construction Center of Excellence in conjunction with all markets and vendor partnerships. This individual is an integral member of the Center of Excellence overseeing development and integration of the AdventHealth Way standards, guidelines, playbooks, and technologies. This individual is expected to have a deep understanding of healthcare design and construction and expertise in assigned relevant subject matter area on owner furnished equipment, design standards, construction program, and project controls and analytics.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Expert knowledge of local Department of Health Administration regulations, JCAHO / DNV standards, and other applicable codes of the construction industry. [Required]
- Expert knowledge of the design and construction industry and standard practices, and how they relate to healthcare facilities. [Required]
- Expert understanding of architectural practices including master planning, feasibility studies, medical planning, building design and construction documents. [Required]
- Comprehensive understanding of healthcare facilities space and functional programs in both acute and non acute settings. [Required]
- Excellent project management, financial analysis, and strategic planning skills required [Required]
- Ability to read and interpret construction documents, Revit, CAD drawings and related documents [Required]
- Excellent oral, written and organizational skills [Required]
- Effective computer skills, particularly Microsoft Office Outlook, Word, Excel, and BlueBeam. [Required]
- Ability to make appropriate decisions in stressful situations [Required]
- Ability to build and maintain effective and productive teams [Required]
- Ability to work in a matrix-management environment to achieve organizational goals. [Required]
- Experience launching new programs, teams and complex strategies across business units. [Preferred]
- Able to optimize existing resources to achieve economies of scales. [Preferred]
- Business and strategic plan development. [Preferred]
Specific duties assigned to PROJECT CONTROLS:
- The System Program Manager will collaborate on the planning, training, implementation and maintenance of the project management tool used to manage strategic capital project capital and operating budgets, standardized reporting tools and other processes as needed.
- This individual contributes to the standardization and ensures consistent application of the AdventHealth Way technology solutions used for construction delivery and is expected to have a deep understanding of the healthcare design and construction project management standards, practices, workflow, contract administration, financial reporting to improve efficiency, productivity and to deliver financial value.
- This individual will demonstrate critical skills in the organization and communication of data, and execution of deliverables in a timely and efficient manner for customer implementation.
- Work with CoE Business Analyst to create and maintain comprehensive CoE value analysis and initiatives documentation, tracking and benchmarking.
Education:
- Bachelor's [Required]
- Master's [Preferred]
Field of Study:
- in Architecture, Engineering, Business, or related healthcare professional field
- in Architecture, Engineering, Business, or related field
Work Experience:
- 8+ years experience in project or facilities management with an emphasis in healthcare. [Required]
- 8+ years leadership experience [Required]
- Work Experience [Required]
Licenses and Certifications:
- Certified in Healthcare Compliance (CHC) [Preferred]
- Evidence-Based Design Accreditation and Certification (EDAC) [Preferred]
Physical Requirements: (Please click the link below to view work requirements)
- Physical Requirements - https://tinyurl.com/23km2677
Pay Range:
$84,531.20 - $157,248.00
Background Screening Requirement (Florida Law)
Certain positions are subject to Florida Level 2 background screening, including fingerprinting, as required by state law.
Applicants may review general information about Florida’s background screening requirements at the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse:
https://info.flclearinghouse.com/
This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.
Our promise to you:
Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.
All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:
Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
Paid Time Off from Day One
403-B Retirement Plan
4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave
Career Development
Whole Person Well-being Resources
Mental Health Resources and Support
Pet Benefits
Schedule:
Full timeShift:
Day (United States of America)Address:
900 HOPE WAYCity:
ALTAMONTE SPRINGSState:
FloridaPostal Code:
32714Job Description:
Engages and manages cross-functional teams to identify roles, tasks, deliverables, dependencies, and schedules. Other duties as assigned. Ensures resolution and execution of system governance and standards. Develops and implements industry best practices for design and construction project delivery workflows and project controls. Evaluates current systems and processes to establish and maintain high standards for a comprehensive Center of Excellence program. Utilize regional subject matter experts to inform rationalization and standardization of the processes, and methodologies that reduce variation, and increasing efficiency. Reduces variation and increases efficiency in project delivery. Supports the execution of key initiatives for the Center of Excellence. Provide technical support and guidance to project teams, resolving any issues or challenges that arise during the construction delivery process.Job Description Summary:
Responsible for managing the strategic initiatives program established by the Design and Construction Center of Excellence in conjunction with all markets and vendor partnerships. This individual is an integral member of the Center of Excellence overseeing development and integration of the AdventHealth Way standards, guidelines, playbooks, and technologies. This individual is expected to have a deep understanding of healthcare design and construction and expertise in assigned relevant subject matter area on owner furnished equipment, design standards, construction program, and project controls and analytics.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Expert knowledge of local Department of Health Administration regulations, JCAHO / DNV standards, and other applicable codes of the construction industry. [Required]
- Expert knowledge of the design and construction industry and standard practices, and how they relate to healthcare facilities. [Required]
- Expert understanding of architectural practices including master planning, feasibility studies, medical planning, building design and construction documents. [Required]
- Comprehensive understanding of healthcare facilities space and functional programs in both acute and non acute settings. [Required]
- Excellent project management, financial analysis, and strategic planning skills required [Required]
- Ability to read and interpret construction documents, Revit, CAD drawings and related documents [Required]
- Excellent oral, written and organizational skills [Required]
- Effective computer skills, particularly Microsoft Office Outlook, Word, Excel, and BlueBeam. [Required]
- Ability to make appropriate decisions in stressful situations [Required]
- Ability to build and maintain effective and productive teams [Required]
- Ability to work in a matrix-management environment to achieve organizational goals. [Required]
- Experience launching new programs, teams and complex strategies across business units. [Preferred]
- Able to optimize existing resources to achieve economies of scales. [Preferred]
- Business and strategic plan development. [Preferred]
Specific duties assigned to PROJECT CONTROLS:
- The System Program Manager will collaborate on the planning, training, implementation and maintenance of the project management tool used to manage strategic capital project capital and operating budgets, standardized reporting tools and other processes as needed.
- This individual contributes to the standardization and ensures consistent application of the AdventHealth Way technology solutions used for construction delivery and is expected to have a deep understanding of the healthcare design and construction project management standards, practices, workflow, contract administration, financial reporting to improve efficiency, productivity and to deliver financial value.
- This individual will demonstrate critical skills in the organization and communication of data, and execution of deliverables in a timely and efficient manner for customer implementation.
- Work with CoE Business Analyst to create and maintain comprehensive CoE value analysis and initiatives documentation, tracking and benchmarking.
Education:
- Bachelor's [Required]
- Master's [Preferred]
Field of Study:
- in Architecture, Engineering, Business, or related healthcare professional field
- in Architecture, Engineering, Business, or related field
Work Experience:
- 8+ years experience in project or facilities management with an emphasis in healthcare. [Required]
- 8+ years leadership experience [Required]
- Work Experience [Required]
Licenses and Certifications:
- Certified in Healthcare Compliance (CHC) [Preferred]
- Evidence-Based Design Accreditation and Certification (EDAC) [Preferred]
Physical Requirements: (Please click the link below to view work requirements)
- Physical Requirements - https://tinyurl.com/23km2677
Pay Range:
$84,531.20 - $157,248.00
Background Screening Requirement (Florida Law)
Certain positions are subject to Florida Level 2 background screening, including fingerprinting, as required by state law.
Applicants may review general information about Florida’s background screening requirements at the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse:
https://info.flclearinghouse.com/
This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in director of project controls jobs.
- Ten or more years of project controls experience on large capital programs
- Proficiency in Primavera P6 for schedule development and analysis
- Earned Value Management expertise including CPI and SPI reporting
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, or a related field
- Experience with cost forecasting, budget tracking, and change management processes
- PMI-SP, AACEI CCP, or PSP certification preferred by most employers
Tips for Your Director of Project Controls Job Search
Quantify your cost and schedule outcomes
Hiring managers want to see the dollar value of budgets you managed and the variance percentages you kept under control. Replace vague phrases like 'managed project costs' with specific figures showing overrun reductions, forecast accuracy improvements, or change order volume you handled.
Highlight your EVM and scheduling software depth
Many postings list Primavera P6, Cobra, or Ecosys as requirements, not nice-to-haves. Call out each tool by name in your resume and describe the scale of the programs you controlled with them, so your application clears automated screening before a human ever reads it.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists director of project controls openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings by contract delivery method
Job descriptions for this role often specify EPCM, design-build, or IPD environments. Tailor your resume to match the delivery method in each posting, because the controls approach differs significantly across them and hiring managers notice when candidates do not distinguish between them.
Prepare a case study for the interview
Expect at least one scenario question about a project that went over budget or behind schedule. Walk in with a structured example covering the early warning indicators you caught, the corrective action plan you built, and the final outcome against baseline, told in under three minutes.
Negotiate scope before accepting the offer
Clarify whether you will own the full controls function or inherit an existing team and tools before you accept. Directors who discover mid-onboarding that the PMO has no baseline or that reporting is still done in spreadsheets face a much harder first year than those who set expectations upfront.
Director of Project Controls Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most director of project controlss?
Loenbro, Guidehouse, and Turner & Townsend Pty Limited are hiring the most director of project controlss right now, with openings concentrated in Texas, Ohio, and Pennsylvania, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is highest on large capital infrastructure, defense, and energy programs where controls oversight is a contract requirement.
How many director of project controls jobs are remote?
About 54% of director of project controls openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with reporting, forecasting, and cost analysis functions the most likely to be performed off-site. Roles tied to active construction sites or government-cleared programs almost always require on-site or near-site presence for the majority of the engagement.
How do you become a director of project controls?
Start by building hands-on experience as a cost engineer or scheduler on capital projects, then move into a lead or manager role overseeing a controls team. Earning a recognized certification such as the AACEI CCP or PSP strengthens your candidacy significantly. Most directors reach the role after leading controls on at least one major program end-to-end, demonstrating ownership of baseline, change management, and executive reporting.
Can you get hired as a director of project controls without direct experience in that title?
Yes, candidates who have functioned as a de facto director, overseeing a controls team and presenting to executive stakeholders, can compete even without the exact title. Focus your resume on the scope of programs you controlled, the size of the teams you led, and the reporting cadence you owned. Gaps in formal title carry less weight when your project scale and leadership responsibilities match what the posting describes.
What does the director of project controls interview process look like?
The process typically runs three to four rounds. An initial call with a recruiter or HR contact covers your background and interest. A technical interview follows with a senior engineering or PMO leader who will probe your EVM methodology, schedule analysis approach, and experience with cost forecasting tools. A final round often includes a case study or presentation to leadership, and sometimes a panel with the program manager and finance team you would partner with day to day.
Where can I find and apply to director of project controls jobs?
You can find and apply to director of project controls jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the United States. Search for roles that match your industry background, program scale, and location preference, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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