Project Controls Manager

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Pm Group
Global engineering, architecture, and project management consultancy.
Manage project controls for large pharma projects, overseeing cost, schedule, risk.
25 days ago ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Cork, County Cork, Ireland
Onsite
Company Size
2,800 Employees
Service Specialisms
Project Management
Engineering
Design
Construction Services
Consulting
Turnkey
Technical Services
Sector Specialisms
Advanced Manufacturing
Automotive
Aviation
Specialty Chemicals
EV Battery
Lithium-ion Battery Materials Processing
Cell Manufacturing Plants
Assembly Facilities
Role
What you would be doing
project controls
schedule management
cost management
risk management
change control
reporting
  • Unblock the routine obstacles that inevitably occur on fast-track projects
  • Manage stakeholder expectations
  • Track data for budgets, contracts, change orders, trends and actual costs.
  • Foresee potential challenges and address them before issues arise
  • Lead the project on all areas of Project Controls
  • Ensure planning and managing of all discipline aspects of the change control process.
  • Oversee the on-site Planning Team
  • Promote open communication and collaboration between all parties to ensure that projects are completed with minimal disruptions and delays.
  • Drive the project controls function i.e. (1) PM Fee Management (2) Project Capital Cost Management (3) Project Schedule Management (4) Project Accountancy Management and (5) Project Risk Management including management of the Project Controlling team to execute the project.
  • Ensure regular and timely reporting of the projects progress and advise of any conditions that would affect timelines or costs.
  • Ensure that management of change is applied efficiently, capturing all changes that have a schedule and cost impact on the work-scope.
  • Help to lead a team who directly support project delivery to establish a unified and high standard of data outputs.
What you bring
life sciences
project controls
20+ years
cost control
cqv
communication
  • Have undertaken multiple projects within the Life Sciences, or Food, Mission Critical & Data-Centres, etc.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Excellent organisational skills with an ability to produce accurate work to project deadlines.
  • At least 20 years experience in Project Controls roles ideally in a pharma environment (but not essential)
  • Ability to interpret construction contractual documents and contract modifications.
  • Understand construction and CQV related engineering procedures & interfaces and ensure that these are reflected in project controls deliverables.
  • Demonstrated significant senior-level experience in cost control and management, performance measurement and project scheduling.
Benefits
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Training + Development
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Company
Overview
  • Founded in 1973, with a mission to deliver high-quality engineering and project management solutions.
  • A trusted partner for some of the world’s leading companies in sectors like energy, industrial, and pharmaceuticals.
  • Expertise spans design, construction, commissioning, and project management across diverse industries.
  • Recognized for delivering complex, large-scale projects across Europe, North America, and Asia.
  • Notable projects include work in renewable energy, manufacturing, and critical infrastructure.
  • Continually evolving with a focus on sustainable and innovative solutions to meet future demands.
Culture + Values
  • Expertise
  • Integrity
  • Commitment
  • Inclusion
  • Partnership
  • Our culture is built on respect, trust, and openness
Environment + Sustainability
2,600 tCO2e Offset
Carbon Offsetting Achievement
The company offset 2,600 metric tons of CO2 equivalents in 2021, achieving CarbonNeutral® certification.
80% Renewable
Electricity Consumption
80% of the company's electricity consumption is sourced from renewable energy.
103,000 tCO2e Savings
Client Decarbonisation Impact
Identified savings of 103,000 metric tons of CO2 equivalents through client decarbonisation studies.
75% Savings
Project Efficiency
Typical client projects reduce CO2e emissions by 75% through sustainable solutions.
30% LEED Growth
Sustainable Projects
A 30% increase in LEED-certified projects demonstrates commitment to sustainable building practices.
  • Measured carbon footprint since 2009 and implemented environmental management systems globally
  • Committed to setting significant GHG emission reduction targets from 2022 and becoming a Net Zero company
  • Committed to Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi); aim to adopt SBTi‑approved near‑term and Net Zero targets by 2025
  • Office scope 1 and 2 emissions measured (2600 tCO2e in 2021)
Inclusion & Diversity
33% Female Representation
Company-wide gender balance
The company has achieved a notable 33% female representation across its global workforce, reflecting a strong commitment to gender diversity.
Three Awards Received
D&I recognition in 2023/24
The organization was honored with three prestigious awards for its impactful diversity and inclusion initiatives in the 2023/24 year.
400+ Network Members
Active women's advocacy group
The Women’s Network, with over 400+ members, plays a pivotal role in driving gender diversity and empowering female employees.
Gender Pay Gap Reporting
Transparency in compensation
The company publishes its gender pay gap reporting for Ireland, demonstrating a commitment to transparency and equity in compensation practices.
  • Four D&I pillars: Inclusion, Fairness, Collaboration, Educating
  • Over 63 nationalities represented across the company
  • Voice of the People network champions D&I initiatives across gender, ability, culture, LGBTQ+, and age
  • 45% of graduate hires were female
  • Annual KPI tracking includes gender representation across regions and levels, training engagement, and event participation
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