Project Controls Manager
Great news! You are subscribed to receive alerts for jobs similar to this one. Our leading EPC client based in the North East of England is looking for a Project Controls Manager for an initial 3-4 years fixed term contract. As the experienced Project Controls Manager you will lead planning, cost control, reporting, and performance management across complex EPC projects. The role plays a critical part in ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget, providing robust controls, insight, and decision support across the full project lifecycle.
This position is ideal for a project control professional with strong EPC experience, commercial awareness, and the ability to influence senior stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
- Establish and manage integrated EPC project control systems covering schedule, cost, progress, risk, and reporting
- Develop, maintain, and control engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning schedules
- Set and manage cost baselines , forecasts, cash flow, and earned value performance
- Provide accurate monthly project reporting , dashboards, and performance analysis to senior leadership and clients
- Identify schedule and cost risks early, manage mitigation strategies, and support recovery plans
- Lead change control , time impact assessments, and support variation and claims management
- Ensure alignment with contract requirements, governance standards, and client reporting expectations
- Manage and develop project controls teams, providing leadership and technical direction
- Act as a key interface between project management, engineering, procurement, construction, and commercial teams
- Support tenders, bids, and estimates with high-quality project controls input where required
Skills & Experience
- Proven experience as a Project Controls Manager within EPC project environments
- Strong background in planning, cost control, forecasting, and risk management
- Experience managing large, multi-discipline EPC schedules and budgets
- Advanced knowledge of Primavera P6 and Excel; Power BI or similar reporting tools desirable
- Solid understanding of EPC contracts , commercial drivers, and project governance
- Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skill
- Degree in Engineering, Project Management, Construction Management, or similar
- Professional accreditation (APM, PMI, or equivalent) desirable
- Planning or project controls certification an advantage
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