Associate Director- Project Controls

Turner & Townsend; Lebanon (IN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working environment

Diversity and inclusion policies

Opportunities for growth and influence

Job summary

A leading project management firm in Indiana seeks an Associate Director – Project Controls to enhance client delivery through effective project control strategies. The role involves managing complex projects and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. Candidates should have 10+ years of experience in capital projects management, with strong proficiency in relevant project management tools. This opportunity offers a flexible working environment and promotes diversity and inclusion.

Qualifications

• 10+ years as a controls manager on capital projects, including design and construction phases.
• Direct experience managing change management for a technical program.
• Strong understanding of project control principles, methodologies, and tools.
• Strong analytical, communication, and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement project control strategies and procedures.
• Collaborate with teams to define project objectives, deliverables, and KPIs.
• Monitor project progress and identify deviations and risks.
• Monitor progress, identify variances and risks, mitigate issues.
• Produce regular reports on schedule, cost variance, EV, and risk.
• Coach teams on project control tools and methodologies.

Skills

Project management software proficiency

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Communication and interpersonal skills

Leadership skills

Understanding of project control principles

Data analysis

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Primavera P6

Microsoft Project

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Overview

Turner & Townsend is seeking an ambitious Associate Director – Project Controls to join our growing team. The ideal candidate has a proven track record of successful client delivery. This individual will assist in leading project controls services for major client accounts and will help with wider business initiatives if needed.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive project control strategies, processes, and procedures to optimize project performance and ensure adherence to timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and cross‑functional teams to define project objectives, scope, deliverables, and KPIs.
• Create detailed project schedules using industry standard project management software, considering critical path analysis, resource allocation, and dependencies.
• Monitor and analyze project progress against established baselines, identifying deviations, risks, and opportunities for improvement. Take proactive measures to mitigate risks and address issues promptly.
• Conduct regular project status meetings with stakeholders, providing accurate and timely reports on project performance, including schedule adherence, cost variance, earned value, and risk assessment.
• Provide expert advice and recommendations on project control best practices, including cost estimating, budgeting, forecasting, and earned value management.
• Develop and implement change management processes to assess and manage project scope changes, ensuring proper impact analysis, approval procedures, and documentation.
• Assist project teams in developing contingency plans, risk mitigation strategies, and recovery plans to address project challenges and ensure successful project outcomes.
• Support project managers in analyzing project data and generating reports to facilitate decision‑making, identify trends, and provide insights into project performance.
• Train and mentor project team members on project control methodologies, tools, and techniques, fostering a culture of project control excellence within the organization.
• Stay updated with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in project controls, and proactively apply this knowledge to enhance project management processes.

Program Specifics

• Prior experience managing change management for a technical program – life sciences, data centre, oil & gas, manufacturing, etc.
• Program experience of $500M+ preferred.
• Direct experience working on teams within a complex matrix environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field (Master’s preferred).
• 10+ years as a controls manager on capital projects, including design and construction phases.
• Proficiency in project management software (e.g., Primavera P6, Microsoft Project) and advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel for data analysis and reporting.
• Strong understanding of project control principles, methodologies, and tools, including schedule development, cost control, risk management, and performance measurement.
• Exceptional analytical and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex project data and provide meaningful insights and recommendations.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, stakeholders, and clients.
• Proven ability to work under pressure, prioritise tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced project environment.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements, industry standards, and compliance frameworks relevant to the project domain.
• Demonstrated leadership skills and the ability to influence and motivate project teams towards achieving project control objectives.

Additional Information

*On‑site presence and requirements may change depending on our client's needs*.

Benefits & Culture

• Great place to work with opportunity and voice to affect change.
• Healthy, productive and flexible working environment that respects work‑life balance.
• Equal opportunity employer celebrating diversity and inclusive environment.

EEO Statement

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Recruitment Policy

It is strictly against Turner & Townsend policy for candidates to pay any fee in relation to our recruitment process. No recruitment agency working with Turner & Townsend will ask candidates to pay a fee at any time.

Application

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