Senior Project Controls Manager

TN United Kingdom; Coventry; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Senior Project Controls Manager to lead PMO and project controls for complex construction projects. This role emphasizes effective leadership, strategic planning, and collaboration within a dynamic team environment. You will manage performance, develop frameworks, and provide expert advice on cost, schedule, and risk management. The company values sustainability and is committed to a net-zero carbon transition. Join a forward-thinking organization that fosters innovation and offers flexible working arrangements, making a significant impact on projects that shape communities.

Qualifications

• Experience leading PMO and project controls on complex construction projects.
• Knowledge of risk tools and software, particularly Power BI and Primavera P6.

Responsibilities

• Managing and leading PMO and project controls for various commissions.
• Creating effective PMO frameworks and strategies.
• Mentoring and developing team members.

Skills

Leadership of PMO and project controls

Risk management

Interpersonal skills

Data analytics

Communication skills

Education

Relevant degree (construction, engineering)

Professional accreditation (APM PPC Foundation)

Tools

MS Office

Power BI

Primavera P6

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Senior Project Controls Manager, Coventry

Client: Mace

Location: Coventry, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 88501c3a1566

Job Views: 3

Posted: 05.05.2025

Expiry Date: 19.06.2025

Job Description:

At Mace, our purpose is to redefine the boundaries of ambition. We believe in creating places that are responsible, bringing transformative impact to our people, communities, and societies across the globe. To learn more about our purpose, culture and priorities, visit our website.

Within our consulting business, we harness our unique combination of leading-edge practical expertise and project delivery consultancy to unlock the potential in every project.

Responsibilities include:

• Managing and leading the implementation and delivery of PMO and project controls to support commissions.
• Leading and guiding team members within the PMO and planning centre of excellence.
• Creating and designing effective PMO and project controls frameworks and strategies.
• Managing performance, developing baselines, and monitoring delivery performance.
• Providing expert advice on cost, schedule, change, risk, and reporting.
• Facilitating governance and performance meetings.
• Line management of PMO and project controls team members.
• Mentoring and developing team members.
• Supporting the HUB PMO and project controls director with resourcing and recruitment.
• Working towards net zero carbon transition and managing related emissions and reductions.

Qualifications and experience:

• Effective leadership of PMO and project controls on complex construction projects.
• Experience setting up PMO and project controls services, frameworks, and strategies.
• Knowledge of risk tools and software (e.g., MS Office, Power BI, Primavera P6).
• Understanding of construction project lifecycle and interfaces within management consultancy.
• Deep domain knowledge in sectors like rail, highways, nuclear, public sector, hospitals.
• Strong interpersonal, collaboration, and influencing skills.
• Ability to communicate complex ideas clearly.
• Experience working in high-pressure environments managing multiple priorities.
• Professional accreditation such as APM PPC Foundation and Practitioner or working towards Chartered status.

Additional skills:

• Data analytics, Power BI, and reporting tools.
• Experience working as a client-side or consultancy role.
• Relevant degree (e.g., construction, engineering).
• Leadership of diverse teams and stakeholder management.
• Knowledge of sustainability and carbon considerations in projects.

Note: This role requires a minimum of 3 days per week in our client’s office. We welcome applications from diverse candidates and are open to flexible and hybrid working arrangements.