Lead Project Controls Manager, Data Center Infra

Schlumberger; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Schlumberger NEI is hiring a Project Controls Manager to lead cost control, scheduling, risk management, and reporting for Data Center infrastructure projects. You will ensure disciplined cost and schedule performance across engineering, procurement, and construction teams in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires 15+ years in project controls, a strong background in earned value, and proficiency with Primavera P6 and Power BI.

Qualifications

• 15+ years in project controls for large-scale construction/industrial projects.
• PM controls leadership and data-driven decision making.
• Experience with Primavera P6 and BI/reporting tools is required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the integrated baseline (schedule, cost, progress).
• Prepare regular performance reports with cost forecasts and schedules.
• Ensure data alignment across planning, cost control, and risk functions.
• Coordinate with Supply Chain and Engineering for procurement forecasts.
• Oversee change management ensuring scope, cost, and approvals per contract.
• Monitor contractor performance and verify progress against field data.
• Support risk reviews and contingency planning.
• Mentor and guide project control engineers and schedulers.

Skills

Cost control

Scheduling

Earned value

Leadership

Education

Bachelors in Engineering/CM/Finance

Tools

Primavera P6

Excel

Power BI

Job description

Schlumberger NEI is hiring a Project Controls Manager to lead cost control, scheduling, risk management, and reporting for Data Center infrastructure projects. You will ensure disciplined cost and schedule performance across engineering, procurement, and construction teams in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires 15+ years in project controls, a strong background in earned value, and proficiency with Primavera P6 and Power BI.