Project Controls Manager

Job Description

Project Controls Manager
Position: Temp to Perm
Location: Reading, PA (Local candidates or those willing to relocate at their own expense)

Purpose:
Manage all Project Controls activities for EPC projects, with an initial focus on LNG projects. Oversee scheduling, budgeting, estimating, risk management, reporting, contract administration, and related services. Candidates must be eligible to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement project-specific Project Controls execution strategies for multiple industries, including refining, LNG, power, and chemicals.
• Lead a team of 5, with potential for managing different teams as new projects arise. This is a hands-on role, requiring the manager to be actively involved in day-to-day project control tasks.
• Collaborate with Project Management on reporting, project control activities, and services.
• Establish and manage procedures for budget preparation, forecasting, progress validation, and cost/schedule controls.
• Heavy focus on scheduling using Primavera P6, followed by cost control responsibilities.
• Oversee cost engineering activities, including cost control systems, invoice processing, monthly reporting, and variance analysis.
• Lead cost estimating and forecasting efforts, including re-estimates and cost benchmarks.
• Manage planning and scheduling tasks, including schedule creation, progress monitoring, and deviation management.
• Oversee risk assessment, mitigation, and contingency planning.
• Ensure integration across estimating, cost control, scheduling, and risk management functions.
• Monitor and coordinate project reports, covering progress, cost, and schedule.
• Manage contract administration, invoice tracking, cash flow forecasting, and financial hand-offs.
• Provide additional administrative support as needed.

Qualifications:

• 10-20 years of experience in project controls within industries like refining, LNG, power, and chemicals.
• Extensive experience in scheduling (Primavera P6 is a must) with a strong background in cost control.
• Leadership experience managing project teams and controlling planning, scheduling, cost control, and estimating.
• BS/MS in Construction Management or Engineering preferred.
• Proven ability to work in diverse cultural environments and lead multidisciplinary teams.
• Hands-on manager with strong technical skills and ability to actively participate in daily project control functions.
• Must be able to work in-office 4 days a week (4/10 schedule) in Reading, PA.

About Petroplan

Petroplan is the trusted, specialist global Talent Solutions partner of choice for employers and professionals in the Energy sector. Since 1976, Petroplan has been here to help people like you make the most of the opportunities available and find the best fit for you as an individual.

Over 10,000 placements in more than 55 countries for over 550 clients across 65 disciplines.

In an industry where skilled and experienced professionals are increasingly sought after resource, we appreciate the true value of what you have to offer. What's more, we understand that different things are important to different people in today's world of work - it's about making exactly the right connections for you as an individual.

Our reputation for contractor and candidate care, understanding what makes you tick, and finding you the best match is second-to-none. We understand the industry inside-out and seek to understand YOU and your motivations in the same way. We take the time to evaluate your individual strengths, understand the most important things to you, and establish exactly what you're looking for from your next role.

About Petroplan

Petroplan is the trusted, specialist global Talent Solutions partner of choice for employers and professionals in the Energy sector. Since 1976, Petroplan has been here to help people like you make the most of the opportunities available and find the best fit for you as an individual.

Over 10,000 placements in more than 55 countries for over 550 clients across 65 disciplines.

In an industry where skilled and experienced professionals are increasingly sought after resource, we appreciate the true value of what you have to offer. What's more, we understand that different things are important to different people in today's world of work - it's about making exactly the right connections for you as an individual.

Our reputation for contractor and candidate care, understanding what makes you tick, and finding you the best match is second-to-none. We understand the industry inside-out and seek to understand YOU and your motivations in the same way. We take the time to evaluate your individual strengths, understand the most important things to you, and establish exactly what you're looking for from your next role.