Project Controls Manager

Requisition ID: 279806

• Relocation Authorized: National - Family
• Telework Type: Full-Time Office/Project
• Work Location: Various Bechtel Project Locations

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Project Overview:

Bechtel's Manufacturing and Technology (M&T) is an exciting and growing business unit that serves customers in the semiconductor, electric vehicle, and datacenter markets. M&T strives to exceed our customer objectives through utilizing our agility, innovative technologies, and world class talent. M&T will solve the industries toughest challenges, building both our company and the world for the future. Our team is continuing to advance Bechtel's legacy with a prospective datacenter client in the Upper Midwest.

Job Summary:

In this position, you will lead a team to manage cost engineering, cost estimating, cost analysis/control, forecasting/trending, and planning/scheduling activities for a project that requires technical skill and expertise. You will provide leadership, oversight, guidance, training, and mentoring to your team on key project procedures and risk management to ensure successful project execution and delivery. This position will be based at the job site. #LI-MJ1

Major Responsibilities:

• 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
• Develops the preparation and presentation of project/program estimates and cost forecasts
• Supports project/program organizational and administrative activities
• Provides generally non-routine cost engineering/planning and scheduling guidance
• Identifies and provides innovative solutions to cost engineering and planning/scheduling problems
• Reviews Earned Revenue Determination Data, Proposal Financial Summaries, Project Financial Status Reports, and Charge for Project Working Capital calculations for assigned project/program
• Reviews contract drafts for adequacy of cost and scope definition and Project Controls requirements
• Coordinates development of all data in support of negotiations
• 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
• 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
• Manages cost engineering, cost estimating, cost analysis/control, and planning/scheduling activities for a large, complex project, or for discipline/project/proposal estimating or staff planning activities that requires a high degree of technical skill and experience
• Develops and maintains project Risk Management Plan (RMP), metrics, and reports
• Develops and reviews risk breakdown structures, risk libraries, and risk identification tools and frameworks in support of project needs

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Requires bachelor's or master's degree (or international equivalent) in Business, Engineering, or Construction Management or related field, and 15+ years of relevant experience, or 19+ years of relevant work experience in lieu of a degree

Required Knowledge and Skills:

• Prior experience in leading a large Project Controls team on a big scale construction project.
• Prior demonstrated capability to present information and analysis to senior management, with ability to produce high quality project reporting and assessments.
• Familiarity of Bechtel cost, schedule and change management processes and procedures.
• Prior Project Controls experience in a General Contractor Commercial Model is preferred.
• Previous work experience in data center design, construction, or operations is preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills to convey technical information clearly.
• Track record of identifying issues and implementing effective solutions, especially in high-pressure situations common in construction projects.
• Experience leading teams and fostering collaboration among diverse/cross functional groups.

Total Rewards/Benefits:

For decades, Bechtel has worked to inspire the next generation of employees and beyond! Because our teams face some of the world's toughest challenges, we offer robust benefits to ensure our people thrive. Whether it is advancing careers, delivering programs to enhance our culture, or providing time to recharge, Bechtel has the benefits to build a legacy of sustainable growth. Learn more at Bechtel Total Rewards

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As a global company, Bechtel has long been home to a vibrant multitude of nationalities, cultures, ethnicities, and life experiences. This diversity has made us a more trusted partner, more effective problem solvers and innovators, and a more attractive destination for leading talent.

We are committed to being a company where every colleague feels that they belong-where colleagues feel part of "One Team," respected and rewarded for what they bring, supported in pursuing their goals, invested in our values and purpose, and treated equitably. Click here to learn more about the people who power our legacy.

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