Project Control Manager

Location: The Hague

The Manager Project Controls requires an in-depth understanding of Project Controls concepts, theories, principles, and basic knowledge of other related disciplines. The Manager of Project Controls must be able to apply an understanding of the industry to improve effectiveness, provide guidance, and influence processes and policies for the controls discipline as well as identify and resolve technical, operational, and organizational problems that impact effectiveness.

The Manager Project Controls impacts the level of service and the controls team’s ability to meet quality and timeliness objectives. Decisions made by the Manager of Project Controls should be guided by policies, resource requirements, budgets, and the business plan

Responsibilities
Key Tasks and Responsibilities:

Provide input to project execution plan, baseline, and control budgets on key projects

Work directly with the Project Manager/Director and project Controls Manager, aid in providing the project status, forecast of the future, and definition of alternatives

Thoroughly understand the contract requirements of the project they are assigned to

Develop and implement effective cost control strategies, policies, and procedures in alignment with industry standards and best practices

Manage and oversee Project Controls activities throughout the EPFCI project lifecycle

Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and stakeholders to establish cost control baselines and ensure adherence to budgetary constraints

Monitor project expenditures, including material costs, labor expenses, and subcontractor fees, to identify opportunities for cost savings and prevent potential overruns

Take total ownership of the schedule integrity, proactively monitor and report productivity, and help the Project team drive the project to completion

Ensure that the schedule impact of individual changes and the cumulative impact of all changes are evaluated

Liaise with the Project Functional managers and critical vendors to ensure that the EPFCI schedule is developed in the required level of detail that will enable proper management and execution of the scope of work

Ensure that resource planning is done adequately and that the project is staffed with appropriate and adequate personnel

Proactively manage the schedule; review and use late reports and look ahead reports to achieve the same; progress the schedule on an ongoing basis and analyze the impact

Conduct regular cost performance reviews and variance analyses to assess project financial status and provide actionable recommendations for cost optimization

Implement efficient cost reporting systems and tools to deliver accurate and timely financial information to project teams and senior management

Lead a team of cost control professionals, providing guidance, training, and performance evaluations to ensure the delivery of high-quality outcomes and continuous improvement

Collaborate with procurement and contract management teams to evaluate vendor contracts, ensuring cost-effectiveness and compliance with project requirements

Prepare/Review bids, check estimates, change orders, and cost-to-complete estimates for key projects

Ensure Project Control deliverables are satisfied in a manner that aligns with established guidelines, policies, and procedures

Manage ongoing staff development and training for Project Controls employees

Stay updated on industry trends, regulations, and emerging technologies relevant to cost control in the EPCI industry, and proactively apply this knowledge to drive innovation and efficiency

Ensure adherence to McDermott systems and processes

Qualifications
Essential Qualifications and

Education:

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration, or a related field

12+ years of experience in cost control or project controls roles within the EPCI industry

Strong knowledge of project cost control methodologies, including earned value management (EVM), cost forecasting, and risk analysis

Proficiency in using industry-standard cost control software and tools (e.g., Primavera P6, SAP, Excel) to analyze data, generate reports, and support decision‑making processes

Able to produce…