Programme Controls Lead, Blackrock

Job Description The Programme Controls Lead is responsible for monitoring and reporting on all aspects of the performance of the Programme of works including schedule, cost, reporting and risk. The candidate must be comfortable leading a team, developing sustainable programme controls processes, influencing General Contractors and Trade Partners and help influence the programme controls culture across the program. The Programme Controls Lead is responsible for managing the office and ensuring its operation at both delivery and influential levels.

Key Responsibilities

Provide best practice Project Controls expertise and service across the programme incorporating cost management, project scheduling, reporting and risk management

Facilitate programme controls meetings to engage the design consultants, the Contracting Entity’s staff and contractors to align on expectations, optimize schedule, cost&risk performance and drive consistency in programme controls methodology.

Monitor and report on all projects within the programme (from promotion through to project completion), and relay cost, time and risk information to the programme director to facilitate strategic decisions.

Recruit and mentor a high‑performing team of Project Controls professionals while ensuring the right level of resources are retained for optimum delivery.

Communicate regularly on relevant matters with clients, staff and key internal and external stakeholders

Coordinate reporting with programme controls office in central functions

Take a proactive approach to the implementation of relevant business systems and processes to enhance the efficiency of the programmes performance

Work with the Head of Programme Controls to ensure the implementation of new key process changes and interventions

Assist in the driving and communication of changes in business and operations processes

Assist with the development and implementation of training plans

Cost Management

Direct, support and performance manage the cost managers in implementing and utilising the contracting entity’s cost procedures, tools and processes to the highest standards to allow for effective monitoring and control.

Develop key objectives and the strategic direction of the Cost Management function including processes, procedures, systems and resources

Oversee all weekly and monthly cost reporting across the programme

Chair Monthly Project Reviews to ensure that all major projects are being managed effectively from a cost, time and risk management perspective

Provide support, advice and expertise to the contracts and commercial manager in relation to contentious claims and disputes that may arise on construction and consultancy contracts

Maintain a database of benchmarked costs (internal and external) for all projects across the programme

Oversee the ongoing development and maintenance of an effective Change&Contingency Management process

Schedule Management

Direct, support and performance manage the Schedule Lead in carrying out his/her duties

Develop key objectives and the strategic direction of the Project Scheduling function including processes, procedures, systems and resources

Peer review monthly progress reports

Oversee the development of the yearly programme of work and approve the associated cost and resource loading on an annual basis

Oversee the development and maintenance of the Master Programme for all projects in the programme

Peer review business‑critical project schedules so that timescales proposed to the wider business are realistic and achievable

Direct, support and performance manage the Risk Manager in carrying out his/her duties

Develop the key objectives for, and strategic direction of the Project Risk Management function including processes, procedures and systems

Peer review monthly risk reports

Oversee the development, maintenance and adoption of fit‑for‑purpose project risk registers across the programme

Formally review key risks across all major projects on a monthly basis

Support the Risk lead in the completion of Quantified Cost&Schedule Risk Analysis on key projects

Chair risk workshops (where necessary)

Take direct responsibility for the development of a schedule risk‑adjusted budget for each financial year

Oversee the maintenance, updating and reporting of corporate risk to the Corporate Risk Manager’s office

Act as the key interface with the Corporate Risk Manager on behalf of the programme

Working within a multi‑disciplinary team&managing stakeholders:

Drive a positive, motivated culture within the scheduling team and ensure they are invested in managing and improving scheduling performance.

Establish and maintain a good, professional and pro‑active relationships within and outside of the programme

Make a timely response to scheduling queries and requests for information from stakeholders.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying, Engineering, or equivalent technical degree and/or minimum 15+ years’ experience, at least 3+ years within the aviation industry

Knowledge of project financial and cost management systems

Knowledge of risk management systems and development of corporate and project risk strategies

Significant experience of leading, managing and organising teams within an operational service delivery area

Strong commercial and financial awareness including monitoring and co‑ordination of budget.

Experience in programme scheduling and resource integration

Excellent project management skills with the capability to provide the motivation to ensure that targets are met, and timelines achieved

Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage deliverables within tight timelines

Ability to propose alternative and innovative solutions with a strong client service ethic

Excellent interpersonal and communication and presentation skills.

Communication and coordination skills to lead a team of diverse backgrounds and experience towards a single project outcome

Skills:

Process driven with excellent attention to detail

Ability to work effectively in a team environment, motivating and supporting others

Strong ability to co‑ordinate and communicate important information across the team

Well‑developed interpersonal and communication skills

Ability to develop long term relationships with all team members, and effectively balance people and processes.

Additional Information

Full time, permanent

Competitive remuneration and attractive range of benefits

Pension

23 days Annual leave, 2 Company days&1 volunteering day

Opportunity to work on impactful and innovative projects

Career development opportunities both in Ireland and globally

Opportunity to work with a diverse group of talented and collaborative colleagues

Turner&Townsend is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.

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