Strategic Project Controls Lead

Accenture UK & Ireland; Greater London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Accenture seeks an experienced Project Controls Manager to lead planning, scheduling, cost control, forecasting, and performance reporting across major capital projects. You will drive controls processes and provide insights to senior stakeholders, working with Project Managers, Engineering, Procurement, Construction, and Clients to shape strategies and mitigate risks.

The role emphasizes leadership, robust controls, and cross-functional delivery through the project lifecycle, from bid

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a relevant technical discipline.
• 10+ years in project controls, planning, scheduling, or PM.
• Experience on major EPC, industrial, infrastructure, energy, or nuclear projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and maintenance of integrated project controls systems.
• Establish baselines for schedule, cost, and resources.
• Provide weekly and monthly performance reports and forecasting.
• Mentor and lead project controls teams across major projects.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to drive improvements.

Skills

Project controls

Planning

Scheduling

Cost management

Earned Value Management

Risk management

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree (QS)

Construction Management

Engineering

Project Management

Professional certification in Project Controls

Job description

Accenture seeks an experienced Project Controls Manager to lead planning, scheduling, cost control, forecasting, and performance reporting across major capital projects. You will drive controls processes and provide insights to senior stakeholders, working with Project Managers, Engineering, Procurement, Construction, and Clients to shape strategies and mitigate risks.

The role emphasizes leadership, robust controls, and cross-functional delivery through the project lifecycle, from bid