Associate Technical Director - Project & Program Controls (Water / Energy)

Arcadis; Bristol; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in sustainable design and consultancy seeks an Associate Technical Director for Project & Program Controls in the water and energy sectors. The role involves leading project controls professionals, managing project quality, and supporting strategic decisions. Ideal candidates will have proven experience in project controls within the construction industry and strong leadership skills.

Qualifications

• Proven project controls experience in the construction industry.
• Ability to work effectively under ambiguity and pace.
• Solid understanding of cost, planning, change, and contract management, especially NEC contracts.

Responsibilities

• Support strategic decisions related to project controls.
• Lead and mentor project controls professionals.
• Analyze project performance and communicate insights.

Skills

Problem-solving

Leadership

Communication

Education

Relevant bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Job description

Associate Technical Director - Project & Program Controls (Water / Energy)

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Company overview: Arcadis is the world's leading company delivering sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets. With over 36,000 employees across more than 70 countries, we are dedicated to improving quality of life and solving complex global challenges.

Role overview:

We seek an ambitious and experienced Associate Director to join our Project & Program Controls team within the Digital PMO pillar of our Programme Leadership & Management (PL&M) team. The ideal candidate will have strong project and programme controls expertise, particularly in water, energy, and environmental sectors, and will develop best practices for project delivery.

Key responsibilities:

• Support strategic decisions related to project controls within PL&M
• Lead, mentor, and ensure compliance of project controls professionals
• Manage quality and commercial standards for projects
• Implement and oversee project controls strategies
• Collaborate with project managers, providing insights and advice
• Analyze project performance, communicate progress, issues, and opportunities
• Coordinate project controls activities, meet deadlines, and report insights
• Resolve complex project issues, ensuring reflections in controls products

Required skills and qualifications:

• Proven project controls experience in the construction industry
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to identify gaps and develop solutions
• Ability to work effectively under ambiguity and pace
• Leadership and team management capabilities
• Excellent communication skills for complex scenarios
• Relevant bachelor’s degree or equivalent, with professional qualification or chartered status
• Solid understanding of cost, planning, change, and contract management, especially NEC contracts

Why join Arcadis?

We empower our people to be their best, fostering a diverse and inclusive environment. We offer meaningful work that contributes to sustainable solutions for a better planet. Join us to create a lasting legacy.

Additional information:

• Seniority level: Director
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Other
• Industry: Professional Services