Project Controls Director

Job Description

Responsibilities

• Strategic leadership, development, and growth of the WSP ME ‘Project Planning and Controls’ team.
• Establish and manage a robust way of working to deliver full project lifecycle project planning and control services.
• Manage relationships with key internal stakeholders and clients and their representatives.
• A primary focus on design delivery, with growth opportunities in supporting supervision projects.
• Drive excellence in prospect and proposal planning and the development of programme inputs and strategies.
• Drive an integrated and engaging team culture, focused on consistency and quality.
• Development and management of project control methods, tools, and techniques.
• Collaborate with the i3D Digital Solutions team to drive the adoption of latest technologies and automation.
• Develop comprehensive project plans that align with organizational goals and ensure successful project execution.
• Lead and mentor project teams, fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment.
• Oversee budgeting, cost control, and financial forecasting to ensure projects are completed within budget.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate risks to minimize impact on project timelines and budgets.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 15 years’ professional experience in project planning and controls.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management or equivalent.
• Experience in the delivery of project planning and controls services across the full project lifecycle
• A digital focus with energy to lead and grow a highly efficient and quality output focused team.
• Expertise in creating and managing detailed project schedules using tools like Primavera P6, ensuring timely project delivery.
• Implement and maintain quality control processes to ensure all project deliverables meet the highest standards.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively interact with stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong ability to address and resolve complex issues efficiently, ensuring minimal disruption to project timelines.
• Proficient in project management software and tools, particularly Primavera P6, for planning, scheduling, and control.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing project requirements and environments, ensuring continuous alignment with business goals.
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