Manager to Senior Manager - Project Controls
- Bangalore, Karnataka
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Provide strategic leadership and direction for the Project Controls team, aligning project control activities with the overall goals and objectives of the organization.
- Develop and implement project control processes, tools, and best practices to improve project delivery and performance.
- Work closely with senior management and other stakeholders to define project control strategies and ensure alignment with business objectives.
- Review of our Key Account Management Plans for all key clients.
- Develop and maintain project cost management systems, including budgeting, forecasting, and cost reporting.
- Ensure accurate and timely cost control, cost estimating, and financial reporting for all projects.
- Analyse cost variances and trends, and work with project managers to implement corrective measures.
- Oversee the development of project schedules, including planning, baseline creation, monitoring, and updating.
- Ensure accurate scheduling practices are in place and that schedules are integrated with cost and resource plans.
- Lead the analysis of schedule variances and recommend corrective actions to ensure project timelines are met.
- Oversee the preparation and presentation of regular project performance reports to senior management and stakeholders.
- Develop Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to measure project performance, including cost, schedule, quality, and risk.
- Ensure effective communication of project status, issues, and risks to stakeholders.
- Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing project controls team, including planners, schedulers, cost controllers, and risk managers.
- Foster a collaborative and results-oriented team environment, promoting professional development and continuous improvement.
- Conduct performance reviews, provide feedback, and manage team resources effectively.
- Deliver excellent client service on our commissions through quality assurance and regular client care.
- Unlock talent and develop next generation of leaders.
- Develop mentor and support your teams on project / technical delivery.
- Identify opportunities for continuous improvement in project controls processes and systems.
- Implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and effectiveness in project delivery.
- Stay current with industry trends, tools, and best practices, and ensure the organization is leveraging leading-edge project controls methodologies.
- Collaborate with project managers, engineers, contractors, and other stakeholders to ensure project control practices are fully integrated into project planning and execution.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to facilitate successful project outcomes.
- Masters/bachelor's degree in civil engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or a related field.
- Minimum of 15 - 20 years of experience in project controls, with at least 5 years in a leadership or managerial role.
- Strong understanding of project management principles, methodologies, and tools (e.g., Primavera P6, Ecosys, MS Project, Earned Value Management).
- Proven experience in large-scale capital projects, infrastructure, construction, or engineering environments.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to influence and drive change across multiple levels of the organization.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a focus on data-driven decision-making.
- Relevant certifications such as Project Management Professional (PMP), AACE’s Certified Cost Professional (CCP), or PMI’s Scheduling Professional (PMI-SP) are preferred.