Director, Project Controls (Coppell, TX) – Austin Bridge & Road

Austin Industries is one of the nation’s largest, most diversified U.S.-based construction companies.

With more than 7,000 employee-owners, Austin Industries provides nearly every type of civil, commercial and industrial construction services through the expertise of our operating companies: Austin Bridge & Road, Austin Commercial and Austin Industrial.

Austin Bridge & Road is seeking a Director, Project Controls to join our Corporate Office in Coppell, TX.

Reporting to the Vice President of Project Controls, this role supports the Operations Department by developing, integrating, and implementing project control systems while ensuring compliance with operating policies.

Key responsibilities include procurement, material management, job cost analysis, project performance reporting, document control, and updating the TAW2 Manual as needed.

The position also oversees the Austin Bridge & Road operations training program and requires strong technical expertise in company policies, procedures, systems, and TAW2.

Responsibilities:


* Leads operations-related training to ensure alignment with project requirements and corporate standards.


* Manages scheduling and project coordination for timely and efficient execution.


* Reviews subcontracts for compliance with contractual terms and company policies.


* Oversees project startup activities to ensure proper planning and execution.


* Establishes and maintains document control processes, including RFIs, submittals, and correspondence.


* Monitors job costing practices to ensure accurate financial tracking.


* Documents change orders and work plans to maintain clear project records.


* Audits project control systems to address and resolve compliance gaps.


* Ensures rapid implementation of project control procedures across all projects.


* Provides administrative support for project controls and related systems.

Administration & Planning


* Develops and conducts operations-related training programs.


* Implements and monitors project control systems for consistency across projects.


* Supports project startup and closeout activities, ensuring all necessary documentation is completed.


* Establishes structured document control systems for RFIs, submittals, correspondence, and meeting notes.


* Audits project control systems and provides actionable feedback for improvement.


* Manages closeout tasks, including completion reports and other wrap-up activities.


* Supports standardization of cost coding structures across projects.


* Assists project teams in preparing for audits and ensuring compliance.


* Completes special projects as assigned by senior management.

Cost Performance


* Assists project teams with monthly job cost reporting, ensuring adherence to corporate guidelines.

Quality Control


* Ensures project teams issue all required contractual notices in a timely manner.


* Monitors subcontract issuance a...