Senior Project Controls Manager - Semiconductor

Turner & Townsend; Chandler (AZ); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Turner & Townsend is looking for a Senior Project Controls Manager in Chandler, AZ. You will lead project controls for major client accounts and ensure delivery excellence. This hybrid role is ideal for a candidate with a minimum of 10 years experience in project controls and expertise in project management software.

Your responsibilities will include implementing control strategies, collaborating with teams, and mentoring juniors. Turner & Townsend is committed to diversity, making this an inclusive working environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in project controls in the construction industry.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel for data analysis and reporting.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements and compliance frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Develop project control strategies and optimize performance.
• Collaborate with project managers and teams to define project objectives.
• Monitor project progress and mitigate risks effectively.
• Train and mentor team members on project control methodologies.

Skills

Project control strategies

Cross-functional collaboration

Data analysis

Project management software proficiency

Risk management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in construction management

Graduate degree in quantity surveying or engineering

Tools

Primavera P6

Microsoft Power BI

SAP Financial & CPM

Oracle Primavera Unifier

Job description

Company Description

Turner & Townsend is a global professional services company with over 22,000 people in more than 60 countries.

Working with our clients across real estate, infrastructure, energy and natural resources, we transform together delivering outcomes that improve people’s lives. Working in partnership makes it possible to deliver the world’s most impactful projects and programmes as we turn challenge into opportunity and complexity into success.

Our capabilities include programme, project, cost, asset and commercial management, controls and performance, procurement and supply chain, net zero and digital solutions.

We are majority‑owned by CBRE Group, Inc., the world’s largest commercial real estate services and investment firm, with our partners holding a significant minority interest. Turner & Townsend and CBRE work together to provide clients with the premier programme, project and cost management offering in markets around the world.

Job Description

Turner & Townsend is seeking an ambitious Senior Project Controls Manager 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.

This is a hybrid role, requiring onsite presence a few days per week to support client and team collaboration. Candidates must be based in or willing to commute to Chandler, AZ.

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 management, 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 up to date with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in project controls, and proactively apply this knowledge to enhance project management processes.
• SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.

Project / Program Specifications

• Experience working with semiconductor and/or high‑tech manufacturing clients.
• Experience with $1 B+ Projects/Programs.
• Experience in Microsoft Power BI, SAP Financial & CPM, Hexagon Ecosys, Oracle Primavera Unifier.
• Certifications in Power BI, PMP, Six Sigma, etc.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, cost management, quantity surveying, engineering, accounting or finance or field related to construction.
• Graduate degree in quantity surveying, cost management, construction management, or engineering is preferred.
• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience working in a project controls role in the construction industry.
• 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, prioritize 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

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

Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.