The Project Controls Manager leading a dedicated project controls team, this role drives accuracy in cost management, scheduling, and performance tracking to support the successful delivery of large-scale EPC projects. By developing and implementing systematic procedures and a work methodology, the manager provides strategic insights that enable decision‑making and enhance project outcomes. Beyond ensuring accurate and transparent reporting, the position also drives a culture of commercial awareness, efficiency, and continuous improvement across all project control processes, contributing directly to the overall success and profitability of the business. Acting as a key partner to project teams, the Project Controls Manager plays a key role in shaping functional strategies and may own global processes and best practices that enhance results across projects.
Key Accountabilities & Responsibilities
* Review and fully understand all relevant project documentation, including contracts, key conditions, and technical requirements.
* Develop and implement project controls procedures and work methodology in alignment with company standards.
* Clearly define primary objectives at both project and departmental levels, emphasizing schedule, budget, and cost requirements.
* Ensure project schedules, staffing plans and other key documentation are prepared, maintained, and issued in accordance with the approved project execution strategy.
* Ensure corporate methodologies, reporting standards, and workflows are effectively applied and optimized for efficiency.
* Oversee the preparation and issuance of cost reports, control curves, and forecasts in line with the project execution strategy.
* Monitor and compare main KPI´s and project performance, identifying variances and recommending timely corrective actions.
* Provide Project Managers and the Discipline Managers of the projects with accurate, up-to-date status reports across the project portfolio.
* Coordinate with other departments and task force members to align planning objectives and resolve cross‑functional issues.
* Accountable for project financial results, ensuring continuous monitoring of efficiency, contractual compliance, and planning. In coordination with the Project Director, responsible for the early identification and implementation of mitigation and/or negotiation measures to ensure established objectives.
* Build and maintain strong client relationships, managing expectations and ensuring alignment with project objectives.
* Prepare and present regular progress reports, forecasts, and dashboards to senior management and stakeholders.
* Ensure compliance with internal procedures and client requirements throughout the project lifecycle.
Qualifications & Experience
* Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field. Master’s degree is a plus.
* Minimum of 10-15 years of relevant professional experience within large EPC Projects (energy, infrastructure, oil & gas, etc).
* Proven experience managing project controls for top‑class clients, including international energy companies.
* Proficiency in project control software (Primavera P6, SAP, Excel, etc).
* Demonstrated expertise in leading cost engineering functions, including cost estimating, cost control, change management, and cost analysis.
* Proven experience in directing planning and scheduling activities, including schedule development, monitoring, control, and performance analysis.
* Skilled in commercial risk identification such as scope changes, productivity losses, resource allocation inefficiencies and implementing mitigation measures.
* Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
* Ability to work in fast‑paced, multicultural environments and manage multiple priorities.
* Fluent in English; additional languages are a plus.
* Availability to travel and work at site.
Core Competencies
* Strong leadership skills with the ability to successfully direct and motivate a team inclusive of interacting with client personnel.
* Advanced knowledge of engineering, procurement, contracts, and construction projects in the Energy and Oil & gas industry required.
* Broad knowledge of Project Control Systems including leading schedule processing software, databases and spreadsheet applications.
* Commercial Acumen with a strong ability to identify business opportunities, optimize financial outcomes, and align strategic decisions with commercial objectives to drive the project growth.
* High safety, ethics, and integrity standards.
* Experience in managing multi‑disciplinary and cross‑border teams.
* Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, capable of interacting with executives and client representatives.
* Ensure compliance with internal procedures and client requirements throughout the project lifecycle.
Benefits
Participation in top‑tier international projects within the sector, where multidisciplinary teams come together in a dynamic work environment that promotes personal growth and continuous professional development.
We offer specific job accommodations for individuals with a disability certificate of 33% or higher.
Hybrid work model: two days of remote work per week, with versatile working hours (for both start and end times) and a summer intensive work schedule.
At Tecnicas Reunidas, we have a strong commitment to equal opportunities between men and women, as well as diversity. To achieve this, we carry out rigorous selection processes that ensure it.
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