Lead Project Controls Manager, Data Center Infrastructure

Schlumberger; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Schlumberger's SLB New Energy & Industrial (NEI) is seeking a Project Controls Manager to oversee cost, schedule, risk across Data Center projects in a fast-paced environment. This hands-on leadership role requires close coordination with engineering, supply chain and construction teams to maintain discipline and drive results.

Qualifications include 15+ years in project controls, a relevant bachelor’s degree, and proficiency with Primavera P6 and Excel/Power BI.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Construction Management, Finance, or related field; equivalent experience considered.
• 15+ years of experience in project controls on large-scale construction or industrial projects.
• Certifications such as AACE CCP/PSP or PMI-SP preferred.
• Experience with Primavera P6 and advanced Excel/Power BI reporting tools.
• Strong cost control, planning/scheduling, and earned value management.
• Leadership in managing multidisciplinary project control teams.
• English fluency; excellent communication and cross‑functional collaboration.
• US work authorization without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the project’s integrated baseline for schedule, cost, and progress.
• Lead regular project performance reports with cost forecasts and schedule updates.
• Ensure data accuracy across planning, cost control, and risk management.
• Coordinate with Supply Chain and Engineering for realistic forecasts.
• Oversee change management; capture, cost, and approve scope variations.
• Monitor contractor performance and compare to field milestones.
• Support risk reviews, contingency assessments, and recovery plans.
• Provide training to project control engineers and schedulers.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Collaboration

Data-driven decision making

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Construction Management, Finance, or related field

Tools

Primavera P6

Excel

Power BI

Job description

Schlumberger's SLB New Energy & Industrial (NEI) is seeking a Project Controls Manager to oversee cost, schedule, risk across Data Center projects in a fast-paced environment. This hands-on leadership role requires close coordination with engineering, supply chain and construction teams to maintain discipline and drive results.

Qualifications include 15+ years in project controls, a relevant bachelor’s degree, and proficiency with Primavera P6 and Excel/Power BI.