Delivery Manager

Snc-Lavalin; Bengaluru; Hybrid; INR 4,000,000 - 7,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive life insurance coverage

Premium medical insurance for you and/

Generous annual leave balance

Flexible and hybrid work solutions

Remote work opportunities outside of国

Company gratuity scheme

Discretionary bonus program

Relocation assistance

Employee Wellbeing Program

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis is seeking a senior leader for Project Controls to drive strategic direction and governance across a global portfolio of projects. The role focuses on cost, schedule, and performance reporting, with a mandate to align controls with business objectives and client needs.

You will lead a multidisciplinary team, implement best practices, and collaborate with senior management to ensure timely project delivery and value realization.

Qualifications

• Masters or bachelor's degree in civil engineering, construction management, project management or related field.
• 15–20 years in project controls; at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Strong understanding of project management principles, methodologies and tools incl. Primavera P6, Ecosys, MS Project, EVM.
• Proven experience in large-scale capital projects, infrastructure or engineering environments.
• Certifications such as PMP, CCP or PMI-SP are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and direction for the Project Controls team.
• Develop and implement project control processes, tools and best practices.
• Collaborate with senior management to define project control strategies.
• Review Key Account Management Plans for major clients.
• Develop cost management systems: budgeting, forecasting and reporting.
• Oversee project schedules and integration with cost/resource plans.
• Prepare and present regular project performance reports.
• Lead and mentor a high-performing project controls team.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements in project controls.
• Engage stakeholders to ensure integrated project planning and execution.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Stakeholder management

Data-driven decision making

Education

Masters/Bachelors in Civil/Construction/PM

Tools

Primavera P6

Ecosys

MS Project

Job description

Job Description Overview

Project & Programme management services (PPMS) team is an integral part of Global Project & Programme Management (GPMO) practice. PPMS team enables the Programme leadership, with a predictable and efficient project performance management & reporting, and business intelligence to ensure our portfolio of projects are being effectively and efficiently directed, managed, and delivered. The team supports our rapid response methodology, focusing on enhancing programme services capability through our hub office in the Global Technology Centre (GTC), India. This approach brings cost efficiencies and a significantly larger digital and programme management resource pool for the benefit of our clients. We leverage a combined onshore and offshore delivery model for extended workdays, accelerating programme delivery for our clients. Our aspiration is to be the global leader in Programme Management Services, building a future‑ready team that is agile and adaptable to every client’s needs.

Your role

Leadership and Strategy: Provide strategic leadership and direction for the Project Controls team, aligning project control activities with the overall goals and objectives of the organization.

Develop and implement project control processes, tools, and best practices to improve project delivery and performance.

Work closely with senior management and other stakeholders to define project control strategies and ensure alignment with business objectives.

Review of our Key Account Management Plans for all key clients.

Cost Monitoring and Controls: Develop and maintain project cost management systems, including budgeting, forecasting, and cost reporting. Ensure accurate and timely cost control, cost estimating, and financial reporting for all projects. Analyse cost variances and trends, and work with project managers to implement corrective measures.

Planning and Scheduling: Oversee the development of project schedules, including planning, baseline creation, monitoring, and updating. Ensure accurate scheduling practices are in place and that schedules are integrated with cost and resource plans. Lead the analysis of schedule variances and recommend corrective actions to ensure project timelines are met.

Performance Reporting: Oversee the preparation and presentation of regular project performance reports to senior management and stakeholders. Develop Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to measure project performance, including cost, schedule, quality, and risk. Ensure effective communication of project status, issues, and risks to stakeholders.

Team Development and Leadership: Lead, mentor, and develop a high‑performing project controls team, including planners, schedulers, cost controllers, and risk managers. Foster a collaborative and results‑oriented team environment, promoting professional development and continuous improvement. Conduct performance reviews, provide feedback, and manage team resources effectively. Deliver excellent client service on our commissions through quality assurance and regular client care. Unlock talent and develop next generation of leaders. Develop mentor and support your teams on project / technical delivery.

Process Improvement: Identify opportunities for continuous improvement in project controls processes and systems. Implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and effectiveness in project delivery. Stay current with industry trends, tools, and best practices, and ensure the organization is leveraging leading‑edge project controls methodologies.

Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with project managers, engineers, contractors, and other stakeholders to ensure project control practices are fully integrated into project planning and execution. Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to facilitate successful project outcomes.

About you

Masters/bachelor's degree in civil engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or a related field.

Minimum of 15 - 20 years of experience in project controls, with at least 5 years in a leadership or managerial role.

Strong understanding of project management principles, methodologies, and tools (e.g., Primavera P6, Ecosys, MS Project, Earned Value Management).

Proven experience in large‑scale capital projects, infrastructure, construction, or engineering environments.

Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Ability to influence and drive change across multiple levels of the organization.

Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with a focus on data‑driven decision‑making.

Relevant certifications such as Project Management Professional (PMP), AACE’s Certified Cost Professional (CCP), or PMI’s Scheduling Professional (PMI-SP) are preferred.

Rewards & benefits

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career.

• Comprehensive life insurance coverage.
• Premium medical insurance for you and your dependents.
• Generous annual leave balance.
• Flexible and hybrid work solutions.
• Remote work opportunities outside of country.
• Company gratuity scheme.
• Discretionary bonus program.
• Relocation assistance.
• Employee Wellbeing Program: 24/7 access to specialists in finance, legal matters, family care, personal health, fitness, and nutrition.

Seize every opportunity to sharpen your skills, expand your expertise, and be recognized for the impact you make.

About AtkinsRéalis

We’re AtkinsRéalis, a world‑class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world’s infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We’re committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people. Find out more.

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Created by the integration of long‑standing organizations dating back to 1911, AtkinsRéalis is a world‑class engineering services and nuclear company dedicated to engineering a better future for our planet and its people.

We create sustainable solutions that connect people, data and technology to transform the world’s infrastructure and energy systems. We deploy global capabilities locally to our clients and deliver unique end‑to‑end services across the whole life cycle of an asset including consulting, advisory & environmental services, intelligent networks & cybersecurity, design & engineering, procurement, project & construction management, operations & maintenance, decommissioning and capital. The breadth and depth of our capabilities are delivered to clients in strategic sectors such as Engineering Services, Nuclear and Capital.

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