Project Controls Manager
Join us. Unleash your energy within.
If you have world-class ambitions to reach the stars while keeping your feet on the ground, we're the team for you. We've created a new breed of company - future-focused with reimagined ambition across all disciplines within the energy sector.
We love people who know their own potential and are not afraid to use it. We know that together, we're far more than the sum of our parts. So, we celebrate people who want to grow and develop as we work together on some of the largest projects on the energy world stage.
Our Purpose and Beliefs:
As Kent, we're tackling the greatest challenge of our time - to bring our world the energy it needs in the most responsible way ever imagined.
It's the energy of every member of our team driven by our beliefs that is making this happen. Whatever our skill, our language, or our culture. These beliefs define and direct us every day to be the very best - for ourselves, our clients, our key stakeholders, the communities we operate in and the planet:
We PLAY BIG
We thrive on EMOTIONAL AGILITY
We are FANATICAL ABOUT PERFORMANCE
We are built on INFINITE THINKING
Read more about the Purpose, Beliefs and Guiding Principles that drive us: https://kentplc.com/who-we-are/purpose-beliefs
Our vision for Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging:
We recognise that diversity & inclusion are catalysts for success. We're heightening awareness on the benefits of people diversity, diversity of experiences and diversity of our perspectives. Creating a culture of inclusivity where all employees feel a sense of belonging. Our combined energy is fueled by different nationalities, across 34 countries. Our commitment is to celebrate character - no matter what ethnic background, gender, age, religion, identity, or disability.
The Opportunity:
As a Project Controls Manager at Kent, you will drive the seamless delivery of high-profile projects, ensuring they meet the standards of schedule, budget and quality our clients expect. Reporting to the Project Director, you will oversee project controls across scheduling, resourcing, cost management and quality assurance, supporting a collaborative team including Engineering, Procurement and Construction Managers.
You will work within a dynamic matrix organisation, closely aligning with the Project Director to maintain accurate, timely financial reporting directly linked to the business unit accounts. Your leadership will play a key role in Kent's reputation for technical excellence, client satisfaction and profitable growth by fostering safety, continuous improvement and effective communication across our global team.
Day to Day, your role will include:
About you:
The ideal candidate will bring over 10 years of project controls experience in multi-discipline EPC or EPCM industrial projects, supported by a tertiary qualification or significant experience in financial/cost control. You are a highly professional and positive leader, skilled in building cross-functional relationships locally and across our global group. Your expertise includes planning (using Primavera), cost control, and quality assurance, specifically within the upstream oil & gas or petrochemical sectors. With strong business leadership skills, you align with Kent's core values and have a deep commitment to excellence and continuous improvement in all aspects of project controls.
Benefits:
We foster an environment where you are challenged professionally and empowered to take the lead on your career development with the support and guidance of our Leaders. We're committed to making sure that every single person uses their time with us to gain valuable experience and skills for their future, so why not pursue your career with us today!
Kent | The Energy Within
It's an exciting time to join Kent so if this role sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you! Don't wait, Apply NOW!
If you have world-class ambitions to reach the stars while keeping your feet on the ground, we're the team for you. We've created a new breed of company - future-focused with reimagined ambition across all disciplines within the energy sector.
We love people who know their own potential and are not afraid to use it. We know that together, we're far more than the sum of our parts. So, we celebrate people who want to grow and develop as we work together on some of the largest projects on the energy world stage.
Our Purpose and Beliefs:
As Kent, we're tackling the greatest challenge of our time - to bring our world the energy it needs in the most responsible way ever imagined.
It's the energy of every member of our team driven by our beliefs that is making this happen. Whatever our skill, our language, or our culture. These beliefs define and direct us every day to be the very best - for ourselves, our clients, our key stakeholders, the communities we operate in and the planet:
We PLAY BIG
We thrive on EMOTIONAL AGILITY
We are FANATICAL ABOUT PERFORMANCE
We are built on INFINITE THINKING
Read more about the Purpose, Beliefs and Guiding Principles that drive us: https://kentplc.com/who-we-are/purpose-beliefs
Our vision for Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging:
We recognise that diversity & inclusion are catalysts for success. We're heightening awareness on the benefits of people diversity, diversity of experiences and diversity of our perspectives. Creating a culture of inclusivity where all employees feel a sense of belonging. Our combined energy is fueled by different nationalities, across 34 countries. Our commitment is to celebrate character - no matter what ethnic background, gender, age, religion, identity, or disability.
The Opportunity:
As a Project Controls Manager at Kent, you will drive the seamless delivery of high-profile projects, ensuring they meet the standards of schedule, budget and quality our clients expect. Reporting to the Project Director, you will oversee project controls across scheduling, resourcing, cost management and quality assurance, supporting a collaborative team including Engineering, Procurement and Construction Managers.
You will work within a dynamic matrix organisation, closely aligning with the Project Director to maintain accurate, timely financial reporting directly linked to the business unit accounts. Your leadership will play a key role in Kent's reputation for technical excellence, client satisfaction and profitable growth by fostering safety, continuous improvement and effective communication across our global team.
Day to Day, your role will include:
- Lead safety initiatives and demonstrate strong project management.
- Develop and manage realistic project schedules, keeping clients informed of progress, key milestones and productivity.
- Oversee budget management and handle cost variations to maintain project financial health, reporting monthly through Project Summary Reports (PSRs).
- Ensure compliance with Kent's QA system, continuously improving processes and resolving issues effectively.
- Deliver accurate, timely reports and audits on project costs, schedules and QA matters.
- Manage project-level cost and schedule information for clients.
- Regularly update and improve project controls procedures, tools, and resources, supporting projects of growing complexity.
- Drive profitable growth and enhance Kent's service capabilities.
- Perform line management duties for assigned team members.
About you:
The ideal candidate will bring over 10 years of project controls experience in multi-discipline EPC or EPCM industrial projects, supported by a tertiary qualification or significant experience in financial/cost control. You are a highly professional and positive leader, skilled in building cross-functional relationships locally and across our global group. Your expertise includes planning (using Primavera), cost control, and quality assurance, specifically within the upstream oil & gas or petrochemical sectors. With strong business leadership skills, you align with Kent's core values and have a deep commitment to excellence and continuous improvement in all aspects of project controls.
Benefits:
- Attractive salary & benefits
- Health & Wellbeing Program
- Discounted Gym Membership
- Employee Assistance Program
- Inclusion & Belonging Program
- Health insurance discount
- Work for a brand that's been in the industry for over 100 years
- Great Culture | Safety Focused | Collaborative Team
- Opportunity to work on some of the largest Projects on the energy world stage
We foster an environment where you are challenged professionally and empowered to take the lead on your career development with the support and guidance of our Leaders. We're committed to making sure that every single person uses their time with us to gain valuable experience and skills for their future, so why not pursue your career with us today!
Kent | The Energy Within
It's an exciting time to join Kent so if this role sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you! Don't wait, Apply NOW!
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