Associate Project Controls Director

Platinum Global Talent Solutions Ltd.; New Jersey; On-site; USD 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Collaborative work environment

Opportunity for career growth

Job summary

Platinum Global Talent Solutions Ltd. is looking for an experienced Associate Project Controls Director to oversee project controls on the significant Hudson Tunnel Project in New Jersey. The role involves managing client and contractor relations, leading project teams, and performing risk analysis to ensure successful project delivery.

The position offers a starting salary range of $180,000 to $250,000, depending on experience and qualifications, alongside comprehensive benefits and a supportive working environment.

Qualifications

• Degree in civil engineering or project management required.
• Expert knowledge of PMO and project controls tools.
• Experience in large diverse team leadership.

Responsibilities

• Manage PMO and project controls services performance.
• Direct clients, consultants, contractors, and project teams.
• Lead development and management of project baseline.

Skills

Project controls tools and techniques

Data analytics and reporting

Leadership and management

Stakeholder management

Tunneling experience

Federal Transit Agency projects experience

Education

Degree in civil engineering or project management

Tools

Power BI

PMO and project controls software

Job description

About the Company & Project

Our client is a leading global Consultancy renowned for delivering high-profile, complex, iconic, large-scale capital projects.

We are currently seeking a dedicated and accomplished Associate Project Controls Director for the Hudson Tunnel Project (HTP). This is a once in a lifetime opportunity to contribute to this landmark project that is poised to deliver transformative impacts across economic, transportation, and environmental sustainability.

The busiest rail connection between New York, New Jersey, and the Northeast Corridor, the Hudson Tunnel Project will improve capacity, reliability, and resiliency of commuter and intercity rail transit serving 800,000 daily passengers from Washington, D.C. to New York and New England. This is a milestone project that is slated to receive nearly $12 billion in federal funding, the largest investment in a mass transit project in modern history.

As the Associate Project Controls Director, you will play a pivotal role in the delivery of this significant project. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a mission that aligns with our clients purpose: to create responsible places that bring transformative impact to their people, communities, and societies.

Responsibilities

• You will be accountable for the PMO and project controls services performance on assigned commissions.
• You will manage and direct clients, consultants, contractors, project team on all PMO and project controls management matters.
• You will act as the PMO and project controls subject matter expert on assigned projects, programs, and portfolios.
• You will lead and direct the project team in the administration of the PMO and project controls process, particularly with respect to the cost, schedule, change, risk and reporting to achieve key objectives and the escalation of performance and management issues.
• You will lead and direct the development and management of the baseline (scope, time, cost, risk, assumptions) and the subsequent delivery performance, change and contingency monitoring including the delivery of quantitative risk analysis (cost and time).
• You will ensure all activities/operations are carried out in line with client requirements and prevailing legislation.

Qualifications

• Degree in either civil engineering or project management
• Expert knowledge of PMO and project controls tools, techniques and software.
• Practical knowledge/application and understanding of the opportunities related to data analytics and intelligent reporting, Power BI and other reporting suite tools.
• Membership of RICS, CIOB, APM, ICE or equivalent demonstrable professional or personal development.
• Leadership and management experience of large, diverse teams.
• Experience of managing relationships with key senior stakeholders.
• Tunneling experience
• Experience in Federal Transit Agency projects
• Familiarity with transit agencies (Such As PANYNJ, NJT, MTA, LIRR, Amtrak)
• Experience in delivery in programs or portfolios of significant value >$1bn is a significant advantage.

The estimated starting salary for this position is $180,000 - $250,000. Starting salary may vary based on permissible, non-discriminatory factors such as experience, skills and qualifications.

This is an excellent opportunity for an Associate Project Controls Director looking to work on the most challenging, high-profile and innovative projects. If you're an ambitious professional who thrives in a client-facing role and enjoys delivering solutions that drive project success, we encourage you to apply.

Platinum Global Talent Solutions is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals. We refer candidates based on their qualifications and experience, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

Why this is a Great Opportunity

• Full-time position with competitive compensation
• Opportunity to work in a client-facing role delivering significant and impactful capital projects.
• Collaborative and supportive work environment with the opportunity for growth in your career
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment, disability Insurance, 401(k).