Project Manager (PM) / Project Controls Manager 2N
Summary
The Project Controls Manager designs and implements operational frameworks for large-scale data center construction, managing schedules, budgets, and change control processes. They provide leadership with data-driven insights and performance reporting to ensure project alignment and operational excellence.
SoftBank Robotics America (SBRA), a member of the SoftBank Group, develops and deploys intelligent robotics solutions at the intersection of artificial intelligence, automation, and real-world business applications. Our technology supports organizations across industries, including hospitality, retail, healthcare, construction and facilities management, in improving operational efficiency and enhancing customer experiences through robotics and automation. As we continue to scale our presence in physical AI and advanced automation, we are building a collaborative, high-performance environment that values curiosity, operational excellence, and disciplined execution.
The Project Controls Manager / Project Manager serves as the architect of the project’s operational framework, responsible for designing and implementing the systems that govern schedule, cost, and change management across a large-scale, multi-site data center construction program.
Reporting to the General Manager of Data Center Construction, this role establishes the single source of truth for project performance, providing leadership with the data, reporting, and insights needed to drive informed, strategic decisions.
Working cross-functionally with project leadership, field teams, and subcontractors, this individual ensures alignment, accountability, and consistency across all project controls functions while supporting execution at scale in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
Key Responsibilities Include:
Schedule Management and Planning
- Develop, implement, and manage the master project schedule across multiple project sites, including Juno and Sandow
- Perform critical path analysis and proactively identify schedule risks and mitigation strategies
- Ensure alignment between field execution, milestones, and overall program timelines
Cost Control and Financial Oversight
- Oversee portfolio-level budgeting, cost tracking, and forecasting
- Implement and manage earned value management (EVM) systems
- Monitor cost performance and provide insights to support financial decision-making
Change Management and Governance
- Establish and manage project-wide change control processes
- Ensure all changes are properly documented, evaluated for impact, and formally approved
- Maintain alignment between schedule, cost, and scope changes
Reporting and Data Analytics
- Develop and maintain project dashboards, reports, and performance metrics
- Establish disciplined weekly and monthly reporting cadences for leadership
- Utilize data analytics to provide forward-looking insights on schedule and cost risks
Process Development and Standardization
- Design scalable project controls processes and systems to support program growth
- Drive consistency and accountability across all project stakeholders
- Ensure data integrity and accuracy across reporting tools and systems