Consultant - Project Controls

WSP USA; Mumbai; Hybrid; INR 1,800,000 - 3,200,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP India is seeking a Project Controller to support AUS Mining projects by managing cost, schedule, risk, and reporting. You will work with Project Managers, engineering and commercial teams to ensure delivery on time and within budget.

The ideal candidate has 5–8 years of project planning and controls experience, strong Excel/Power BI skills, and proficiency in Primavera P6 and MS Project. This role offers a hybrid working model in Mumbai.

Qualifications

• Significant relevant experience (5 to 8 years) in project planning and controlling.
• Advance level expertise in using MS Excel/ Word for developing tools and dashboards.
• Minimum: Bachelor Degree in Engineering or equivalent project management qualification.
• Preferable to have PMI (CAPM, PMP) Qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Cost and schedule reporting for mining projects.
• Identify risks and delays early and communicate with stakeholders.
• Support governance, WBS baselines and change control processes.
• Assist in achieving on-time delivery within budget for AUS mining projects.

Skills

Project management

P6 MSP

Excel dashboards

CPM EV techniques

Communication skills

International teams

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

PM qualification (CAPM/PMP)

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

Power BI

Job description

The Project Controller will support AUS Mining projects by managing and controlling cost, schedule, risk, and reporting. The role works closely with Project Managers, engineering teams, and commercial functions to ensure delivery on time, within budget, and aligned with governance standards.

WSP is one of the world's leading professional services consulting firms. We are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower. We are technical experts and strategic advisors including engineers, technicians, scientists, architects, planners, surveyors and environmental specialists, as well as other design, program and construction management professionals. We design lasting solutions in the Transportation & Infrastructure, Property & Buildings, Earth & Environment, Power & Energy, Resources and Industry sectors, as well as offering strategic advisory services. Our talented people around the globe engineer projects that will help societies grow for lifetimes to come.

With approximately 4,000 talented people across 3 locations (Noida, Bengaluru & Mumbai offices) in India and more than 73,000 globally , in 550 offices across 40 countries , we engineer projects that will help societies grow for lifetimes to come.

At “WSP” we draw on the diverse skills and capabilities of our employees globally to compete for the most exciting and complex projects across the world and bring the same level of expertise to our local communities. We are proud to be an international collective of innovative thinkers who work on the most complex problems. Unified under one strong brand, we use our local expertise, international reach and global scale to prepare our cities and environments for the future, connect communities and help societies thrive in built and natural ecosystems. True to our guiding principles, our business is built on four cornerstones: Our People, Our Clients, Our Operational Excellence and Our Expertise.

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We are

• Passionate people doing purposeful and sustainable work that helps shape our communities and the future.

• A collaborative team that thrives on challenges and unconventional thinking.

• A network of experts channeling our curiosity into creating solutions for complex issues.

Inspired by diversity, driven by inclusion, we work with passion and purpose.

Working with Us

At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.

Our Hybrid Working Module

With us, you can operate in a flexible, agile, yet structured work environment and follow a Hybrid Work Model.

• Maximize collaboration.

• Maintain product quality and cultural integrity.

• Balance community, collaboration, opportunity, productivity, and efficiency.

Health, Safety and Wellbeing

Our people are our greatest asset, and we prioritize a safe work environment. Health, safety, and wellbeing are integral to our culture, with each of us accountable for fostering a safe workplace through our “Making Health and Safety Personal” initiative. Our Zero Harm Vision drives us to reduce risks through innovative solutions, earning recognition for our global health and safety practices with the prestigious RoSPA Health and Safety Awards for six consecutive years.

Inclusivity and Diversity

WSP India is dedicated to fostering a sustainable and inclusive work environment where our greatest strength - Our People -feel valued, respected, and supported. We ensure an unbiased approach in hiring, promotion, and performance evaluation, regardless of age, gender identity, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status, physical ability, education, social status, or cultural background.

Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.

Join our close-knit community of over 73,300 talented global professionals dedicated to making a positive impact. Together, we can make a difference in communities both near and far.

With us, you can.

• Cost & Financial Control: Manage budgets, forecasts (EAC/ETC), variance analysis and invoicing.
• Planning & Scheduling: Support MSP/P6 schedules, track progress and critical path.
• Reporting: Prepare dashboards, KPIs, and project performance insights.
• Risk & Change: Maintain risk, issue and change registers, assess impacts.
• Governance: Support WBS, baselines, and ensure process compliance.
• Data Management: Maintain accurate project data and reporting systems.
• Stakeholder Coordination: Work with PMs, engineers, and finance teams.

Skills & Competencies

• Basic project management skills
• Hands on experience in using P6 and MSP.
• Understand and has utilised CPM, EV Techniques, and Basic project management skills.
• Capable of managing own work.
• Commercial awareness.
• Significant relevant experience (5 to 8 years) in project planning and controlling.
• Advance level expertise in using MS Excel/ Word for developing tools and dashboards.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Experience in working with international planning and project controls teams.
• Ability to work in global, multidisciplinary teams.

Technical and Professional Skills

• Proficient with Primavera P6, MS Project.
• Proficient in Adv. Excel and Power BI.
• Knowledgeable about industry standards and best practices in project or design management.
• Minimum: Bachelor Degree in Engineering or equivalent project management qualification.
• Preferable to have PMI (CAPM, PMP) Qualifications.
• Relevant domain certifications.

What Success Looks Like

• Accurate cost and schedule reporting
• Early identification of risks and delays
• Strong contribution to governance and decision-making
• Effective support to mining project delivery.

BGV

• Employment with WSP India is subject to the successful completion of a background verification (“BGV”) check conducted by a third-party agency appointed by WSP India.
• Candidates are advised to ensure that all information provided during the recruitment process — including documents uploaded — is accurate and complete, both to WSP India and its BGV partner”.