Job Overview
The Senior Manager Project Controls requires an in-depth understanding of Project Controls concepts, theories, principles, and basic knowledge of other related disciplines. The Senior Manager of Project Controls must be able to apply industry standards to improve effectiveness, provide guidance, and influence process improvements. The Senior Manager of Project Controls is required to identify and resolve technical, operational, and organizational problems that negatively impact the organization. Decisions made by the Senior Manager of Project Controls should be guided by internal policies, best practices, budgets, and the business plan.

Job Description

The Senior Manager Project Controls requires an in-depth understanding of Project Controls concepts, theories, principles, and basic knowledge of other related disciplines. The Senior Manager of Project Controls must be able to apply industry standards to improve effectiveness, provide guidance, and influence process improvements. The Senior Manager of Project Controls is required to identify and resolve technical, operational, and organizational problems that negatively impact the organization. Decisions made by the Senior Manager of Project Controls should be guided by internal policies, best practices, budgets, and the business plan.
Salary Range
$246,708
- $227,819. The range is for contracted hours only. In addition, McDermott offers a competitive total rewards package, including project up-lift and bonuses.
Responsibilities




Oversee and manage Project Controls activities throughout the EPFCI project lifecycleMust have a thorough understanding of the contract requirements of the project they are assigned toProvide planning supervision and directionDirectly work with the Project Manager/Director to provide visibility into the project schedule, its status, forecast completion dates, and provide alternatives in cases where mitigation is requiredDevelop and implement comprehensive cost control strategies, policies, and procedures in line with industry standards and best practicesCollaborate with project managers, engineers, and stakeholders to establish schedule and cost control baselines and ensure adherence to budgetary and contractual constraintsMonitor project expenditures, including material costs, labor, expenses, and subcontract cost to identify cost-saving opportunities and mitigate potential overrunsConduct regular cost performance reviews and variance analyses to assess project financial health and provide actionable recommendations for cost optimizationImplement efficient cost-reporting systems and tools to provide accurate and timely financial informationLead a team of Project Controls professionals by providing guidance, training, and performance evaluations to ensure high-quality deliverables and continuous improvementCollaborate with procurement and contract management teams to evaluate and negotiate vendor contracts, ensuring cost-effectiveness and compliance with project requirementsEnsure adherence to McDermott systems and processesEnsure that the project develops and maintains an overall integrated Level 3 scheduleProactively manage the schedule;




review and use late andlook ahead reports to achieve the sameProgress the schedule on an ongoing basis and analyze the impactProactively manage all functional deliverables using the look-ahead processLiaise with the Project Functional Managers and critical vendors to ensure that the EPFCI schedule is developed at the required level of detail that will enable proper management and execution of the scope of workEnsure Risk & Opportunity strategies are communicated effectively and understood across the organizationPromote the active management and harvesting of opportunities across projectsMonitor for effectiveness and assist in the implementation of the Business Management SystemSupport duties related to Risk & Opportunity function, as directed by the Project DirectorExecution Risk Management
Facilitate the risk management process for projects in execution supporting the mitigation of risks identified in the tender stage and continuous identification of risks along the project execution pathRoll out of project risk & prospect management program to project team ensuring that roles, responsibilities, requirements, deliverables, and expectations are understood and agreedMaintain a schedule of monthly engagements with the project team and management to ensure timely and accurate updating of the risk register and associated mitigation activitiesExecute service agreement with the project manager to assure full alignment on how risk management will be applied to the project and any project-specific deliverablesProvide management with a strategic view of key risks impacting cost and schedule
Support monthly CSRA (cost & schedule risk analysis)Own and lead the implementation, enforcement, and verification of compliance with all McDermott policies and proceduresEn

📌 Senior Manager Project Controls (Winnipeg)
🏢 McDermott International
📍 Winnipeg