Project Control Manager

Overview

Manage project controls, schedules and costs for high‑speed rail design projects.

Key Responsibilities

• programming
• reporting
• risk analysis
• earned value
• programme development
• client relations

Tasks

Around the world, SYSTRA’s specialists plan, design, integrate, test, commission, project manage and deliver mass transit and mobility solutions that are relied on by more than 50 million people every day. -Development of innovative programming and reporting solutions -Identifying, analysing and delivering solutions for the client and project team -Provision of project performance data, project schedules and reports in a concise and timely manner -Report writing / presentation creation -Conduct Risk workshops and undertake Schedule Risk analysis, present results -Building relationships with limited set of common clients and maintain regular client contact. -Identify project risks, deviations and slippages; reports and communicates issues to senior members of the Project Controls and Project Management team. -Analyse current and future workloads to ensure Planning commitments can be achieved -Ensure all planning processes and procedures are fully implemented on the project -Ensure Earned Value Management processes are followed data analysis and trend analysis. -Represent Project Controls, attend and lead client progress meetings. -Provide regular supervision to members of the Project Controls team as required -Producing compliant programmes that are logically robust, cost and resource loaded and covers the full scope of work across all stages of the project. -Check programme achievements and provide constructive feedback, leadership and management.

Requirements

• primavera
• apm
• degree
• cost management
• program management
• leadership

What You Bring

This position within our team will suit a committed and ambitious Project Controls Manager who can demonstrate strong leadership and interpersonal skills combined with commercial awareness and the ability to play their part in growing a dynamic high-performance team. With a focus on the design of High-Speed rail infrastructure it will include interaction around the UK and overseas, the post-holder will be part of a growing team of UK management staff delivering projects for a diverse portfolio of UK clients. -Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills -Robust, Accurate Reporting both internally and externally -Understanding of co-ordination across infrastructure projects and global design teams. -Member of APM (Desirable) -Understanding various forms of contract -Working knowledge of Primavera and associated Risk Analysis tools -Familiar with cost processes, including performance management and forecasting -Degree qualified in Relevant Industry Subject -Competent User of Primavera -Understanding of multi-disciplinary co-ordination across major infrastructure projects and global design teams. -Working knowledge of all PC based Windows environments and Microsoft Office suite -The ability to lead and develop project controls staff, both planning and cost -Experience in Cost/ Programme Management and reporting -Understand the workload, prioritising and allocating work. -Must be able to demonstrate the ability to produce Programmes and associated reports. -Experience in Primavera and has managed large teams within a busy environment -Civils design understanding would be an advantage -Experienced based skills in managing programmes and cost within major infrastructure projects

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Benefits

Our three core values: Excellence, Connected Teams and Bold Leadership are kept at the heart of everything we do. We strive for the highest levels of technical excellence, achieving the best results through teamwork, both locally and internationally, and reward innovative thinking through encouraging all colleagues to think as leaders. We offer clear and well supported pathways for career development and qualification attainment, a competitive remuneration package including a bonus and private healthcare, an electric car scheme and a broad suite of flexible benefits to suit your lifestyle. Because we value who you are as much as what you do, we want you to feel supported at work. We offer hybrid working, balancing the benefits of working from home with time in our modern, well-equipped offices for that crucial in-person contact, team development and collaborative working. We also recognise that life doesn’t always run to the same schedule for everyone, so we have a dedicated flexible working policy to support you in tailoring your work life to reach your full potential, for more details on this, please get in touch. It’s no surprise that people do their best work when they feel physically and mentally supported. Our SYSTRA Wellness Programme offers a wide range of support; from Wellness champions to free health checks, healthy eating workshops and regular seminars, alongside access to a wide range of external support. We offer two paid days for charity work and an ever-growing social calendar.

About Systra Uk & Ireland

-Specializing in large-scale transport projects, the company works on both rail and urban system designs. -SYSTRA has a rich history of shaping transportation networks, including high-profile projects like Crossrail and HS2. -The company is involved in a broad range of sectors, including energy, infrastructure, and water resources. -Known for pioneering innovations, SYSTRA’s projects often push the boundaries of what is possible in transport engineering. -The firm works across the UK and Ireland, contributing significantly to the development of sustainable urban mobility solutions.

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