THE COMPANY
We are working alongside Lyndon SGB, the UK's largest scaffolding and access solutions provider.
With a network of branches in all major UK cities, Lyndon SGB are working on some of the country's most exciting, cutting-edge construction and infrastructure projects. Proud to be playing a part in 'Building Britain' whilst working collaboratively with the best Main Contractors in the Construction sector.
THE ROLE
We are actively searching for a talented Project Controls Manager who will report into the Regional Vice President - Europe. Ideally be based out of the centralised Birmingham office however can consider London or Manchester subject to being willing to travel as part of the role.
JOB PURPOSE
The Project Controls Manager is responsible for working within all stages of project / cost management. The primary role is to work closely with the Operational Management and Finance Management teams to ensure all budgeting, scheduling and co-ordination processes run smoothly.
The Project Controls Manager will monitor the progress of the projects to ensure they are working within the confines of set deadlines and budget limitations and generate progress reports for site / client management and Finance requirements. You make suggestions for improvements to project operations as needed.
KEY RESULT AREAS
1. Deliver cost controls services, taking responsibility for end to end service delivery, relating to large, complex projects.
2. Lead the establishments of the overall success criteria for the contract, including time, cost, and performance parameters.
3. All changes to scope are evaluated and submitted within the confines of the contract.
4. Implement effective project governance, processes and systems throughout the project lifecycle.
5. Lead and facilitate inputs from cross-functional project controls team in a matrix environment.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Accountable for the maintenance of the risk register supporting the evaluation and assessment of all risk components and variations related to the specific performance objective.
2. Track productivity using established labour targets for each scope of work.
3. Continually monitor and evaluate each step of a project to ensure that it is meeting budgetary and deadline goals. Reporting each project and ensuring staffing needs, schedule changes and project scope adjustments are documented and in accordance with contractual obligations.
4. Implementation and oversight of the change management process. Ensure any changes to scope are evaluated and submitted to the customer in a timely manner.
5. Creation / input of daily schedule and other data sheets including daily time sheets and man-day sheets.
6. Assist Project Manager and Senior Leadership on presentations, bid preparation, site contract clarifications and attend meetings as required.
7. Assist in setting the project budget and be involved in assembling the project team and setting task schedules.
8. Assist with the development of internal & external dashboards for measurement of KPI’s.
9. Create, maintain and communicate the budget, variance to budget and variance request log weekly, monthly and annually (project related).
10. Responsible for creating and maintaining reports addressing all aspects of project development and completion. Present the details of these reports during group or one to one meetings with senior management / client management.
11. Have the ability to recognise which areas of project development need to be addressed in order to maintain efficiency and cost control. Present ideas to Operations Management and assume the responsibility for implementing and managing these changes in the project management cycle.
12. Evaluating step-by-step project management processes.
13. Forecasting project goals and completion.
14. Developing project scheduling, budgeting and progress reports.
15. Foster positive client relationships and resolve any client issues arising on site. Manage client expectations. Communicate regularly with client and inform of potential delays to programmes.
16. Ensure that all documentation is completed accurately and to the agreed timescales, including timesheets and handover certificates.
17. Provide any required support to the billing process.
18. Ensure all works are completed to expected standard and as per the customer requirements prior to hand-over.
19. Plan material and labour requirements for new jobs. Attend pre-contract meetings as required.
20. Generate and maintain reports on required frequency including but not limited to estimated vs actual labour and materials.
21. Verify and approve accounts payable activities including coding, vendor enquiries and reconcile discrepancies. Match bills to purchase orders ensuring that correct items and quantities received while identifying and correcting all inaccuracies.
KEY WORKING RELATIONSHIPS
Internal: Responsible to VP EU Commercial and a member of the EU Commercial SLT team. Liaising closely with colleagues in the project teams & finance function.
External: Key client and site contacts
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