Senior Consultant - Project Controls

The Senior Consultant – Project Controller's role will be required to plan, track, analyse, and report performance on projects of varying contract type, size, complexity, and level of risk. Senior Consultant - Project Controls will be required to lead on small project planning / controlling assignments, lead / part of team on large projects / frameworks and extract accurate information, lead a team of more junior planners / controllers in the delivery of planning to time, cost and quality. The Senior Consultant - Project Controls is a key member of the program team and works directly with the Project Manager / Project Director to help define the project's goals and objectives; and recommends actions to improve progress and performance. The Senior Consultant - Project Controls will have significant interface with Program / Project Managers, senior technical staff, as well as other functional organizations including contracts, finance, accounting, accounts receivable, subcontract management and procurement. Experience of planning and controlling for UK Roads & Highways Industry will be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the planning, scheduling, and controlling strategy for assigned projects as guided by PMs / Principal Consultants, so that the approach taken in each case is effective and appropriate to the project needs and client requirements including setting standards and procedures, monitors and reports at project / portfolio level, prepare relevant project control dashboards for internal and external stakeholder communication. Set up the baseline schedule and control process, procedures for assigned projects and monitor progress against the plan, so that any problems are recognised promptly. Monitor project risks, issues, resources and CPM and assist in providing solutions to Principal Consultant / Team Leader, complying with WSP and the Client's standards and codes.
• Assist Project Managers and Project Engineers with estimates and plans for bid / tenders.
• Assist PMs / Principal Consultant with producing the EAC and Report on progress and earned value, to support financial forecasting and any necessary corrective actions.
• Monitor costs and manpower on a weekly basis ensuring that actuals are within budget and charged to the correct job number. Process cost transfers as required.
• Give appropriate planning advice and direction to project staff, subconsultants, contractors, and clients.
• Facilitate effective planning of the works within the project team.
• Deliver Period Programme Updates and input to project reports.
• Deliver information regarding changes and delays that have impacted the programme on a period-by-period basis.
• Lead a performance culture, incorporating the WSP values, which develops individuals' capability through an active performance management process, so that not only delivery for the company is enhanced but also the skills, capability and personal satisfaction of an individual is maximised.

Technical

People

Preferred

Key Competencies / Skills

Qualifications

Skills Required

Project Management, Project Controls, Pmp