Project Controls Manager

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Bechtel
Building inspiring projects
Lead cost engineering, estimating, control, forecasting and scheduling for major projects
13 days ago ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Reading, GB, RG2 9DF
Hybrid
Company Size
38,000+ worldwide Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Construction
Project Management
and more
Sector Specialisms
Infrastructure
Energy
and more
Role
What you would be doing
cost engineering
risk management
data coordination
cost forecasting
scheduling
project controls
  • Coordinates development of all data in support of negotiations
  • Provides leadership in terms of integrating the risk management process with other key project procedures (e.g., Change Management, Forecasting, Cost, Trends, and Claims and support corporate
  • Reviews Earned Revenue Determination Data, Proposal Financial Summaries, Project Financial Status Reports, and Charge for Project Working Capital calculations for assigned project/program
  • Provides oversight, training, mentoring, and ensures capability of Project Risk Coordinator(s) and Project Risk Specialist(s) in conducting PERM activities towards the attainment of project objectives
  • Manages cost engineering, cost estimating, cost analysis/control, and planning/scheduling activities for a project, or for discipline/project/proposal estimating or staff planning activities that requires a high degree of technical skill and experience
  • Identifies and provides innovative solutions to cost engineering and planning/scheduling problems
  • Provides generally non-routine cost engineering/planning and scheduling guidance
  • Develops the preparation and presentation of project/program estimates and cost forecasts
  • Reviews contract drafts for adequacy of cost and scope definition and Project Controls requirements
  • Supports project/program organizational and administrative activities
What you bring
cost engineering
project controls
bachelor's degree
13+ years
sc clearance
communication
  • Possesses expert knowledge of engineering, procurement, contracting, construction, and commissioning processes, particularly those employed by Bechtel. Acquired industry and technical insights through specialized education and extensive hands-on experience, up-to-date on current developments within the field.
  • Extensive expertise and proven track record in overseeing cost engineering functions, including estimation, control, analysis, as well as planning and scheduling activities both on-site and in the home office. Demonstrated ability in management, supervision, and personnel administration, including providing performance evaluations to leadership and staff. Skilled in problem identification, analysis, resolution, and facilitating informed decision-making.

Proficient in translating prime contract requirements into comprehensive Project Execution Plans and defining subcontract scopes. Experienced in establishing project controls systems and reporting protocols for prime contracts and subcontracts. Adept at developing project delivery strategies, packaging work, and scope delineation for major contract works.

Competent in evaluating and presenting commercial impacts relating to cost and schedule considerations. Exceptional communication skills with a proven capacity to deliver project controls updates to management and clients.

Possesses expert knowledge of engineering, procurement, contracting, construction, and commissioning processes, particularly those employed by Bechtel. Acquired industry and technical insights through specialized education and extensive hands-on experience, up-to-date on current developments within the field.

Grade 28 - Typically requires bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) and 13-15 years of relevant experience or 17-19 years of relevant work experience.

Grade 29 - Typically requires bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) and 15+ years of relevant experience or 19+ years of relevant work experience.

Ideally, British Nationals with UK SC Security Clearance however, other nationalities may be considered to meet basic security clearance requirements.

  • Extensive expertise and proven track record in overseeing cost engineering functions, including estimation, control, analysis, as well as planning and scheduling activities both on-site and in the home office. Demonstrated ability in management, supervision, and personnel administration, including providing performance evaluations to leadership and staff. Skilled in problem identification, analysis, resolution, and facilitating informed decision-making.
  • Proficient in translating prime contract requirements into comprehensive Project Execution Plans and defining subcontract scopes. Experienced in establishing project controls systems and reporting protocols for prime contracts and subcontracts. Adept at developing project delivery strategies, packaging work, and scope delineation for major contract works.
  • Competent in evaluating and presenting commercial impacts relating to cost and schedule considerations. Exceptional communication skills with a proven capacity to deliver project controls updates to management and clients.
Benefits
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Training + Development
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Company
Overview
Since 1898
Year Established
The company was founded over a century ago.
$17.6B
Annual Revenue
Reported revenue generated in 2022.
160+
Countries Operated
Operates in over 160 countries worldwide.
  • Operates across multiple sectors, including infrastructure, nuclear, security and environmental, oil, gas, chemicals, mining, and metals, as well as manufacturing, battery production and technology.
  • Significant presence in North America, the Middle East, Asia, and Australia.
Culture + Values
Focus on challenging projects
Challenging Projects
The company prioritizes tackling difficult challenges and making customers' ambitious goals a reality.
Integrity and ethics
Ethical Standards
The company emphasizes the highest level of integrity and ethics in their operations and projects.
Safety and well-being
Safety Culture
Safety and the well-being of employees are prioritized, and respect for each other is emphasized.
Diversity and belonging
Inclusive Environment
The company fosters a deep sense of belonging by embracing diversity and seeking diverse views.
Trust and accountability
Trustworthy Relationships
Long-term relationships are built on trust, accountability, and delivering excellence.
Environment + Sustainability
Net zero by 2050
Sustainability Target
Committed to achieving net zero emissions across all scopes by 2050.
  • Created Bechtel.org in 2019, a social enterprise focusing on sustainable and inclusive development projects worldwide.
  • Addresses global challenges such as access to clean water, renewable energy, and resilient infrastructure.
Inclusion & Diversity
24% women
Workforce Composition
Highlights the percentage of women in the company's employee base, showcasing diversity in gender representation.
  • Supports various communities within its workforce through Business Resource Groups (BRGs) such as B-BOLD (Supporting the Black Community), B-FAMILIA (Supporting the Latinx Community), B-PRO (Supporting Professional Development), B-PROUD (Supporting the LGBTQIA+ Community), BSERV (Supporting Veterans), Women@Bechtel (Supporting Female Colleagues), B-InspirAsian (Supporting the Asian Community), and Boundless@Bechtel (Supporting Disability Inclusion).
  • Launched programs to support underrepresented groups in STEM fields, including partnerships with organizations like the Society of Women Engineers (SWE) and the National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE).
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