Innovative Project Controls Manager (Data Centres/Buildings/High-tech/Infrastructure) - UK (Hybrid) at Laminar Projects in Manchester, England, United Kingdom | Kablio
Make scalable solutions: Develop scalable and repeatable best practices and tools in collaboration with the team so that long-term impact is achieved
Developing scalable best practices, tools and technology.
Implementing the best solutions to those problems.
Develop everyone: Maximise the development of your team personally and professionally and educate our clients to improve as well
To create scalable and repeatable solutions to common problems
Own the controls: Own the controls for cost, schedule, change and risk on one or more projects to enable accurate decisions for project teams
Report and inform: Provide simple actionable reports to stakeholders at all levels that help them deliver their part of the project more efficiently and effectively
Requirements
leadership
communication
construction engineering
project controls
cost control
scalable solutions
Impact: You have a strong track record of implementing scalable, repeatable solutions that created significant positive impact across complex projects.
Leadership capabilities: You’re a proven leader, coach, and developer of teams, capable of guiding others and building high-performing planning and controls functions.
Communication skills: You have the charisma, presence, and influence to engage construction teams, drive adoption of new approaches, and promote best practices across the board.
A construction engineering background: You have solid capability in the control of cost, schedule, and change, along with deep experience in developing project controls processes and reporting that align with strategic objectives and broader project context.
Benefits
Professional body membership. One fee covered per year – so you can stay connected to your field and develop your craft
Flexible working. Work where it makes sense – most of our team works from home, visiting sites or clients regularly. We care about outcomes, not clock-ins
Empowers us to pursue our own learning adventures
Bonus Scheme. As a permanent member of the team, you’ll share in our success. Our annual bonus is designed to reward both the now and the future – with a flexible mix of cash and high-growth equity that you choose. Bonuses are discretionary and based on performance
In-house coaching. Regular 1:1 coaching sessions, fully confidential, to help you navigate challenges, build self-awareness, and grow intentionally – professionally and as a human being
Cycle to Work Scheme. A tax-efficient way to get wheels – and do your bit for the environment
Equity upside. As we grow, you grow. Our generous equity scheme is especially powerful for those who stay with us on our journey. You help us build the future – and own a piece of it
Relentless development. Our goal is for every year here to be worth five years of development anywhere else. You’ll get a coach, a mentor, honest feedback, and a culture that challenges you to keep levelling up
Pension Scheme. A competitive plan to help you plan for the long term – plus salary sacrifice options available to maximise your savings
Health Insurance Scheme. Comprehensive private health coverage – for you and your family. Because your well-being is our priority
Training + Development
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Interview process
submit application with a personalized cover letter
participate in a casual conversation with the hiring team
complete technical assessments
complete personal assessments
Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
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Company
Overview
Founded in 2016
Year Established
The company was established in 2016 by two Australian civil engineers in London.
Over 200 people
Global Team Size
The team has expanded to over 200 people across 14+ countries, delivering end-to-end project management globally.
14+ countries
Global Presence
The company operates across 14+ countries, providing comprehensive project management services worldwide.
Five key sectors
Areas of Expertise
The company specializes in data centres, high-tech industrial, power & renewables, civil infrastructure, and residential/commercial mixed-use projects.
Began by fixing project planning and scheduling mistakes directly on-site.
Reinvested profits into developing their own site-management software.
Rapid growth followed, expanding the team significantly.
Their purpose-driven culture emphasizes reliability, continuous improvement, and building a new model for digital construction.
Uniquely reinvest profits entirely into software development while maintaining a consultancy edge.
Culture + Values
5 Years Learning
Learning Acceleration
Offers the equivalent of five years of learning and development in just one year with the company.
100% Meritocratic
Progression Model
People progress quickly based on their skills and achievements, not on tenure or hierarchy.
Grow yourself
Care about people
Execute to greatness
Build civilisation
Connects us with meaningful relationships
Inspires us to develop ourselves to become better humans
Empowers us to pursue our own learning adventures
Only recruit kind and authentic people who are fast learners
Optimised for the flourishing of the people in the team
Fast progression is the norm
Flexibility: Getting things done is what really matters—not what time of day