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Comtech Group Inc. (Comtech), part of Accenture, is a multidisciplinary consulting firm providing integrated consulting solutions on complex capital projects, including Program and Project Management, Project Controls, Engineering, Technical Advisory, Construction Management, and Technology Integration Services. Our team thrives on embracing and navigating technical challenges within the Transportation and Infrastructure, Industrial and Manufacturing, Energy and Utilities, and Buildings and Facilities markets. Our core focus is supporting project owners through collaborative and integrated partnerships to deliver projects that improve the world around us.

Job Title

Director, Project Controls

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Project Controls

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Full-time THE WORK:

(Internal Title: Project Controls VI )

Independently lead a team of Cost or Schedule or Estimating or Risk and other Project Controls personnel in a coordinated manner on high-risk, mega-sized projects or programs or on a similar scale portfolio of mid-to-large projects within a business unit to meet project or program requirements

Manage the work of project staff under their project supervision, such that Project Controls services are completed as planned

Perform corporate and department organizational, administrative, and staff management activities in addition to providing guidance, leadership, and training to others on project or program-level tasks , as required.

Apply expert and industry-level typical and appropriate means and methods of Project Controls processes, knowledge, skills, tools, and techniques to meet project or program portfolio requirements from inception to completion

Support the project execution team on cost, time, schedule, change management, and reporting for successful project delivery

Develop a plan for integrated project controls including scope, cost, schedule, and progress of assigned projects based on industry best practices and by incorporating client’s requirements when required

Review and analyze project information and provide guidance to the project execution team on the project health

Prepare and review project controls gate deliverables with Project Managers and Engineers

Participate in the development of a budget and operating or delivery plans for the project controls services on a project or program in consultation with the team and client

Prepare estimate plans for, budgets, and schedules for major projects and programs

Lead the review of complex and mega project estimates and adherence to the scope, schedule, and budget

Provide guidance and reviews of estimates and studies

Analyze estimating data, estimate basis and assumptions, and correlate to other projects and standards for completeness and reasonableness

Liaise with client personnel to gain an understanding of the specialized aspects of estimating methodologies

Responsible for the overall direction of Project Controls services and ensures the work is fully supported in an integrated, compliant, efficient, and cost-effective manner

Organize Project Controls services activities per the short and long-term mission, goals, and success criteria for the project or program





Finalize the budget and operating or delivery plan for the project controls services in consultation with the project or program team and client

Plan the human and material resources required to deliver project controls services successfully

Exercise authority in managing the Project Controls team per the Project or Program plans

Ensure goals are met in Project Controls services including customer satisfaction, and consulting Project Controls member performance

Define the success criteria and disseminate them to the involved parties

Lead the interface between client, consultants, and all associated service providers at all levels of the engagement model

Implement and manage changes and interventions to ensure Project Controls service goals are achieved

Facilitate regular meetings with clients, third parties, and managers to assess progress, resolve critical issues and mitigate risk, and understand and negotiate scope changes

Responsible for managing senior-level customer relationships

Oversee meetings with stakeholders (including senior management and sponsors) to make communication easy and transparent regarding Project Controls services matters

Identify and analyze risks and implement mitigation strategies and contingency plans on the project portfolio

Review and ensure adherence to the Project Controls services operating or delivery plan scope, schedule, milestones, budgets, and KPIs on the project portfolio and address issues with corrective actions as appropriate

Develop and sign off on accurate and timely progress reports, proposals, and presentations to various audiences, including the project team, client senior executives, key stakeholders, and company Operations throughout the project portfolio lifecycle

Formulate evaluation methods to assess Project Controls services effectiveness and identify areas for improvement

Set and interpret clear and focused performance objectives and expectations for the project or program while delegating and managing deliverables with Project Controls team members

Build and maintain a positive, high-performing team culture with an openness to constructive challenge, continuous improvement, implementation of lessons learned and an overall ‘right-first-time” mindset

Enforce acceptable standards of workmanship in project controls through every stage of the work

Track and effectively manage clear and focused staff performance (including non-Comtech resources) on the project or program to ensure excellence in results

Promote an environment that is inclusive, and diverse and celebrates our differences

Provide technical guidance and training to members of the team appropriate to their area of accountability

Act as an internal quality control check for the project on the performance of all Project Controls items and deliverables

BONUS POINTS IF YOU HAVE:

Expert knowledge in Scheduling Software (P6 etc.), Cost Software (Ecosys, etc.), Estimating software, Risk software (ARM), etc.





Considered a skilled and recognized leader in setting up effective Project Controls systems and procedures

Advanced skills in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.)

Excellent competency in identifying and minimizing risks

Ability to detect and capitalize on others' strengths

Strong supervision, delegation, and capacity development

Inclined to continue professional development to keep abreast of emerging technologies in Project Controls and Project Management software

Demonstrated a functional acumen to support how solutions will address client goals while maintaining alignment with industry best practices

Experience in negotiating favorable terms under contracts

Ability to arrange priorities and to uplift competing risks to meet deadlines with minimum input from leadership

Keen eye for detail and adept problem-solving abilities

Must have demonstrated experience relaying and receiving information (written and verbal)

Exceptional people skills and ability to communicate effectively with various levels of stakeholders

Demonstrated capability to lead large Project Controls team, supervise, delegate, and develop capacity

Ability to work autonomously and interface with a wide cross-section of personnel

Experienced in leading, engaging, coaching, and mentoring a team of Risk professional professionals

Demonstrated ability to foster collaborative relationships within various teams, partners, and clients

Proven capacity to anticipate, identify and minimize risks

Expert ability to detect and capitalize on others' strengths

Demonstrated capability to supervise, delegate, and develop capacity

Tact to perceive and ameliorate conflict and tension

Ability to work creatively and analytically in a problem-solving environment by ensuring effective teamwork, promotion of innovation, and overall excellence

Expert ability to work collaboratively and independently in a structured, disciplined, technology-driven environment

Accenture Infrastructure & Capital Projects Inc. (Accenture I&CP;), formerly Comtech Group Inc., now a wholly owned subsidiary of Accenture, is committed to providing accessible employment practices that comply with local legislative requirements. If you require accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process, please notify the People and Culture Team by emailing [email protected]. Accenture I&CP; offers our employees a competitive compensation package with comprehensive employee perks, and an inclusive environment that fosters teamwork & entrepreneurial spirit.

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