Manager - Project Planning & Controls

Snc-Lavalin; Pune District; Hybrid; INR 1,200,000 - 1,900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium medical insurance

Flexible and hybrid work solutions

Relocation assistance

Job summary

SNC-Lavalin Atkins is seeking a Manager - Project Planning & Controls to lead the project controls function for complex programmes in our Pune office. You will drive planning, scheduling, cost control, EVA, and analytics, guiding multidisciplinary teams and coordinating with clients to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery.

Ideal candidates bring deep expertise in Primavera P6, EVM, and Power BI, with strong leadership and stakeholder management capabilities and experience in NH guidelines and

Qualifications

• 12–18 years of project delivery experience in engineering consultancy, design, or project management environments.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering or related field.
• Strong leadership, client-facing and report-writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and scheduling using Primavera P6; ensure compliance with guidelines and standards.
• Manage cost planning, budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.
• Produce weekly/monthly performance reports and dashboards for stakeholders.
• Guide and mentor planning team; support change control and risk analyses.
• Collaborate with clients and cross-functional teams to meet schedules and budgets.

Skills

Primavera P6

MS Project

Earned Value Management

Cost & Schedule Governance

Power BI

Data Analytics

Leadership

Stakeholder Management

Scheduling & Planning

Education

Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Engineering

Tools

EcoSys

SQL

Python

VBA

Job description

## Manager - Project Planning & ControlsApply: SNC-Lavalin Atkins Pune Office: Full time: Posted Today: R-161227### **Job Description**## OverviewThe Project & Programme Services (PPS) team is a critical component of the Global Project & Programme Management Office (GPMO). The team delivers predictable and efficient project performance management, reporting, and business intelligence across global portfolios. Operating from the Global Technology Centre (GTC) in India, PPS provides cost‐efficient, agile, and scalable programme services using an onshore–offshore delivery model. Our ambition is to become the global leader in Programme Management Services by building a future-ready, digitally enabled, high-performing team.## Your roleThe Manager Project Planning & Controls (P3B) is responsible for leading project controls functions for complex, high-value programmes. The role requires advanced expertise in planning, scheduling, cost control, performance analytics, and stakeholder management. The position acts as a specialist advisor, leading teams, guiding clients, resolving issues, and ensuring high-quality delivery across programmes.The Manager Project Planning & Controls (P3B) will manage client engagements, lead multidisciplinary project control teams, drive best practices, and ensure governance and compliance across the project lifecycle.*Planning & Scheduling** Develop, lead and manage comprehensive project schedules using Primavera P6, ensuring compliance with the Client /Region specific guidelines/standards.* Plan and sequence project activities across all phases, including design, procurement, and construction.* Conduct Critical Path Analysis (CPA) and propose mitigation measures to maintain project timelines.* Prepare detailed 4-week and 8-week lookahead programs and integrate them into the master schedule.* Perform regular updates and integrity checks on project schedules, ensuring alignment with Client /Region specific Scheule Management Manual & DCMA criteria.* Identify key dependencies and assess project risks to develop mitigation strategies.* Ensure integration of cost, schedule, and resource plans.* Track milestones and ensure adherence to key delivery timelines.* Identify schedule variances and recommend corrective actions.* Guide team in preparation of S-curves, EV reports, dashboards, and schedule analytics.* Support project teams with cost-loaded schedules and conduct Earned Value Analysis (EVA) to track project performance.* Identify potential schedule risks and incorporate risk mitigation strategies, including quantitative risk analysis (e.g., Monte Carlo simulations).* Implement and manage change control processes as per NH guidelines to adjust Performance Measurement Baselines (PMB) for scope or schedule variations.* Provide strategic input in meetings, addressing technical planning challenges.* Support delay analysis, impact assessment, and time extension claims.* Collaborate with planning engineers to improve planning methodologies.*Cost Management & Controls** Develop, lead and manage budgeting, forecasting, cost monitoring, and financial reporting activities.* Establish and manage Cost Breakdown Structures (CBS) aligned with the WBS.* Provide detailed cost reports that highlight any discrepancies between actual costs and forecasted budgets, ensuring that project stakeholders are informed promptly.* Analyze cost variances and trends to recommend corrective actions.* Prepare earned value assessments and monthly cash flow forecasts.* Standardize and automate tools for pricing, estimation, and cost tracking.* Generate financial dashboards and visual reports to present cost trends, highlighting cost savings, potential risks, and areas requiring attention.* Ensure compliance with organizational cost governance processes.* Support early warnings, change orders, and client negotiations.*Performance Reporting & Analytics** Produce and review weekly, monthly, and ad-hoc project performance reports.* Create and present accurate reports, including Schedule Narratives, Key Milestone Variance Reports, and Program Review Reports (PRR).* Develop, track, and report KPIs across cost, schedule, quality, and risk.* Ensure high-quality, consistent reporting standards across all deliverables.* Generate Power BI dashboards for progress visualization and stakeholder communication.* Preparation and Submission of Monthly Progress Report, Program Attributes List, Change logs, S Curves and CPA Reports, Variance Reports, Trend Analysis reports, EVM dash Boards Etc.* Present project performance insights to senior management and clients.* Analyse large datasets and convert insights into actionable recommendations.*Team Leadership & Development** Act as a Subject matter expert and provide technical guidance and recommendations to the team.* Lead, mentor, and manage a team of planners, schedulers, cost controllers, and analysts.* Drive capability development and skill enhancement across the team.* Conduct performance reviews and ensure continuous professional growth.* Maintain healthy team morale, collaboration, and effective conflict resolution.* Ensure quality assurance and sign-off for all project control deliverables.* Build succession plans and develop next-generation project controls leaders.*Stakeholder & Client Engagement** Collaborate with multidisciplinary team, project managers, engineering teams, contractors, and clients.* Serve as the primary point of contact for Project planning & project controls-related discussions.* Ensure alignment of all stakeholders on planning, scheduling, and cost objectives.* Participate in client meetings, steering committees, and cross‐functional reviews.* Maintain strong working relationships to support successful project outcomes.* Provide expert guidance to internal and external stakeholders on best practices.## About you * Minimum 12–18 years of project delivery experience in engineering consultancy, design, or project management environments.* Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Engineering: Civil, Mechanical, Construction Management, Building Technology, or related field.* Excellent communication, client-facing, presentation, and report-writing skills.* Strong organizational skills, ability to work under pressure and adapt to change.* Strong project management acumen and experience in cost & schedule governance.* Ability to propose innovative solutions, processes, and working methods.* Desired Requirements / Technical Expertise* Subject Matter Expertise in Planning / Project Contro* Advanced proficiency in Primavera P6 and MS Project.* Experience in delay analysis, impact assessments, and baseline development.* Proficiency in Cost Management tools (EcoSys preferred).* Deep knowledge of Earned Value Management (EVM), CBS, budget control, cash flow, contingency management, and change control.* Experience in baseline creation, progress tracking, and CL31, CL32 & CL62 schedule analysis.* Experience with global (UK, US, Middle East) transportation, infrastructure, E&M projects.* Knowledge of NEC3/NEC4 contracts.* Experience in large-scale Enterprise Project Management environments.* Data Analytics & Power BI Expertise* Advanced Power BI development, including dashboards, data models, DAX, and custom analytics.* Ability to analyze large datasets and convert insights into actionable recommendations.* Experience with ETL design, automation, and BI system optimization.* SQL proficiency for data retrieval and transformation.* Experience in automation using VBA, Python, or web technologies is a plus.* Strong understanding of O365 productivity suite.* Certifications (Preferred)* Relevant certifications such as Project Management Professional (PMP), AACE’s Certified Cost Professional (CCP), or PMI’s Scheduling Professional (PMI-SP)* Primavera / EcoSys Certifications* Chartered status or equivalent professional certifications (e.g., RICS, PMP) is added advantage.* Other relevant project controls or construction management credentials* Soft Skills* Strong leadership and people management capability* Client-centric approach* Analytical and critical-thinking skills* Ability to influence and manage conflict* Proactive problem solving* High emotional intelligence and team motivation ability## Rewards & benefitsExplore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career.This includes:* 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.