Project Controls Manager

Neste; Singapore; On-site; SGD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Neste in Singapore is seeking a Project Controls Manager to lead cost estimating, scheduling, and information management for investment projects. You will head a multidisciplinary team and report to the Manager, Project Controls and Support, ensuring accurate status and forecasts.

You will work closely with investment project delivery teams, apply SAP knowledge, and leverage BI tools such as Power BI to deliver robust project controls, governance, and reporting across project phases.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience (>10 years) within Project Controls and Project Management.
• Strong knowledge of governance, process improvements, data architecture, and reporting.
• Proven change management and influencing skills.
• Experience with BI tools (Power BI) for reporting and dashboards.
• Masters/Bachelora0in Engineering, Business, Construction Management, or similar; certifications (PMP, CCP) desirable.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the integrated master control schedule and cost estimate for the entire project.
• Challenge and validate contractor cost estimates and schedules.
• Prepare estimates for activities beyond contractor scope and allocate contingency.
• Develop owner project control plan and reporting processes.
• Ensure data management and reporting meet project needs.
• Coordinate cost and schedule risk analyses with Risk & Assurance Manager.
• Oversee change management plan and contract change orders.

Skills

Cost estimation

Scheduling

Project controls

Change management

Information management

Power BI

SAP

Leadership

English

Team leadership

Education

Masters or Bachelora0in Engineering / Business

Tools

Power BI

SAP

Job description

Are you looking for a career in an inspiring, global environment where your expertise makes a difference? At Neste, you will be working for the world’s leading producer of renewable diesel and sustainable aviation fuel, which enable our customers to reduce their greenhouse gas emissions.

We are looking for you

Project Control Manager

to join our Project Controls team in Singapore and work in Neste’s investment projects.

The Project Controls Manager is responsible for leading and managing the cost estimating, scheduling/planning, cost and progress control, change management, and information management aspects of the project. The Project Controls Manager accomplishes this by leading and coordinating a multi-disciplinary team to accomplish the objectives of each work stream.

You will report to the Manager, Project Controls and Support. You will work closely with colleagues in the investment project delivery, project execution teams and other functions to ensure the successful execution of the investment projects.

The job is located in Singapore

Reasons to join

We operate in an inspiring and evolving business environment as a global leader in renewable fuels. We contribute to Neste’s success by living our values every day: we care, we have courage, we cooperate.

We prioritize safety at all times and in every location. We strive to create a positive and impactful work environment.

Transformation brings new possibilities and fosters our courage and curiosity. As a global company, we support personal development with versatile learning and career opportunities. Collaboration is key, and we believe in flexible, smart ways of working. We work at the office at least three days a week to ensure seamless teamwork and a sense of belonging.

Key accountabilities and Responsibilities

Accountable for:

Development and maintenance of the integrated master control schedule and cost estimate, including supporting documents, for the entire project (not just EPC activities), incorporating schedule and estimate detail from the contractor(s)

Challenge and validation of cost estimates and schedules prepared by the contractor

Preparation of cost estimates for activities beyond the scope of the contractor’s estimate, and allocation of appropriate contingency in cost estimates

Preparation of estimate and schedule reports to the level of detail required for each stage gate

Development, documentation, and communication of a fit‑for‑purpose project work breakdown structure (WBS) incorporating input from all project stakeholders

Development and implementation of an owner project control plan that collects, reconciles, and compiles regular cost and schedule input from multiple sources to provide accurate and timely measurement, analysis, and reporting of project status and forecasts against plan for each project phase and for the overall project

Translation of the project’s master control schedule and estimate into a control budget for the project; implementing and monitoring costs in accordance with this budget, by phase, for the entire project until completion

Establishment and management of the project reporting process, including development and maintenance of standardised project report templates

Information management systems and development of a project information management (PIM) plan that will meet Neste requirements and facilitate an efficient data and information distribution process, including document and data handover

Responsible for:

Reviewing all cost, schedule, control, and information management deliverables and ensuring they are developed to the level of detail and quality expected at each stage gate

Managing all project team members and activities related to cost, schedule, control, and information management work streams, and ensuring these team members support achievement of holistic project objectives in accordance with the Project Director’s priorities

Coordinating cost and schedule risk analysis activities with the Risk & Assurance Manager

Ensuring project contracts and sub-contracts state up‑front what data the contractor must provide, when, and in what format to meet owner cost and progress control and reporting requirements

Developing and overseeing the project change management plan and procedures and monitoring the team’s adherence to these procedures

Participating in contract change order assessments and negotiations and ensuring change orders and other relevant claims are processed completely and promptly

If assigned as Deputy Project Manager, responsible for supporting the Project Manager in project development and execution, and in management and coordination of day‑to‑day project activities

The best combination to succeed in this role

Demonstrated experience (>10 years) within Project Controls disciplines (cost estimation, cost engineering, project planning) and Project Management. Proven competence in managing project controls for major capital projects.

Strong knowledge and competence of Project Controls governance,process improvements, data architecture, and reporting methodologies.

Proven change management and influencing skills; the ability to lead development initiatives and implement new ways of working.

Experience leveraging BI tools (e.g. Power BI) for Project Controls reporting and dashboards.

A strategic and visionary mindset, consistently seeking opportunities to leverage technology for improved project predictability and efficiency.

Master’s/Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Construction Management, or similar. Relevant professional certifications (PMP, CCP, etc) are highly desirable.

Other strengths we value

The ideal candidate possesses project controls experience from working in a capital projects portfolio

Sound knowledge about international project business

Experience with SAP considered as an advantage

Good command in English, both spoken and written.

Having worked closely with EPC(M) and execution contractors on capital projects will be considered as an advantage;

The person selected for the position must pass a health examination including a drug test. A possible security clearance is obtained with your consent.

Neste (NESTE, Nasdaq Helsinki) is the world's leading producer of renewable diesel and sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), with production on three continents. Neste’s renewables production capacity is expected to reach 6.8 million tons annually in 2027. Neste also produces high-quality oil products at its Porvoo refinery in Finland. The company has a network of nearly 1,000 fuel stations with expanding service offering, such as EV charging, in Finland and in the Baltics.

Neste’s strategy focuses on growth in renewable fuels, which help its customers to reduce their greenhouse gas emissions. Neste is included in many international indices for its sustainability performance. In 2025, Neste's revenue stood at EUR 19.0 billion. Read more: neste.com