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This position will work with a team of professionals, including client project managers ... Five or more years of experience in project controls and CPM scheduling within the vertical ...

This role serves as Control Team Leader on medium-sized projects or as a Subject Manager Expert (SME) for the entire Project Controls Team in the Regional Office. This role may serve as lead cost ...

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Prior experience as a Controls Department Manger or Project Manager * Develops, maintains, and reports project cost information, including budgets, commitments, expenditure, forecast and variance on ...

Senior Project Manager

Sullivan, IN · On-site

$200K - $215K/yr

Title: Senior Project Manager Location: Sullivan, IN Division: Enerfab Power & Industrial ... with project controls and change management. Client Relationship Management: 1. Establish and ...

Senior Project Manager

Sullivan, IN · On-site

$200K - $215K/yr

Title: Senior Project Manager Location: Sullivan, IN Division: Enerfab Power & Industrial ... with project controls and change management. Client Relationship Management: 1. Establish and ...

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Sr Project Controls Manager information

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Sr Project Controls Manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Sr Project Controls Manager, you need deep expertise in project management, cost control, scheduling, risk analysis, and typically a degree in engineering, construction management, or a related field. Mastery of technical tools such as Primavera P6, MS Project, Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS), and often certifications like PMP or CCP are highly valued. Exceptional leadership, analytical thinking, and strong communication skills help you manage teams and navigate complex project challenges. These competencies ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget while maintaining quality and stakeholder satisfaction.

What are some common challenges faced by a Sr Project Controls Manager, and how can they be addressed?

A Sr Project Controls Manager often encounters challenges such as coordinating between multiple project stakeholders, adapting to shifting project scopes, and ensuring accurate schedule and cost forecasting. Managing these complexities requires strong communication skills, robust analytical tools, and proactive risk management. Building strong relationships across departments and regularly updating project baselines can help preempt issues and keep projects on track. Additionally, fostering a culture of transparency and continuous improvement within the team is key to overcoming obstacles and delivering successful outcomes.

What is a Sr Project Controls Manager?

A Sr Project Controls Manager is a senior-level professional responsible for overseeing the planning, monitoring, and controlling of project costs, schedules, and resources. They ensure that projects are completed on time and within budget by implementing effective project control systems and processes. This role often involves analyzing project performance, managing risks, and providing guidance to project teams to improve efficiency and outcomes. Sr Project Controls Managers typically work in industries such as construction, engineering, and energy, where large-scale projects require meticulous coordination and control.

What is the difference between Sr Project Controls Manager vs Project Controls Engineer?

AspectSr Project Controls ManagerProject Controls Engineer
CredentialsTypically requires PMP, Primavera, or MS Project certificationsOften holds a bachelor's degree in engineering or construction management, with some certifications
Work EnvironmentLeads project controls teams, manages budgets, schedules, and risk at a strategic levelPerforms detailed scheduling, cost analysis, and data tracking under supervision
Industry UsageUsed in large-scale, complex projects across construction, oil & gas, and infrastructureCommonly employed in project planning and execution phases, often in engineering firms

The main difference is that the Sr Project Controls Manager oversees the entire project controls process, focusing on strategic management, while the Project Controls Engineer handles detailed scheduling and cost tracking tasks. The manager role involves leadership and decision-making, whereas the engineer role is more technical and execution-focused.

Project Controls, Engineer/Senior Engineer - Project Farma

Project Controls, Engineer/Senior Engineer - Project Farma

PerkinElmer

Indianapolis, IN • On-site

$94.60K - $123.30K/yr

Full-time

Posted 22 days ago


PerkinElmer rating

8.5

Company rating: 8.5 out of 10

Based on 5 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

When joining PerkinElmer, you select an experienced and trusted leader in scientific solutions, with the support of a global service network and distribution centers, providing the right solution, at the right time, to meet critical customer needs. With over an 80+ year legacy of advancing science and a mission of innovating for a healthier world, our dedicated team collaborates closely with commercial, government, academic and healthcare customers to deliver our broad portfolio of analytical solutions, and OneSource services.

Job TitleProject Controls, Engineer/Senior Engineer - Project Farma
Location(s)Columbus, OH, Customer Site - IL, Customer Site - IN, Customer Site - MO, Customer Site - OH, Indianapolis, IN

Job Description

This is a fully onsite role with Project Farma, a PerkinElmer company

Project Controls Engineers (PE) and Senior Project Controls Engineers (Senior PE) are fully billable roles that will work collaboratively with clients, vendors, contractors, and other Team Members to support projects related to biomanufacturing across the entire engineering lifecycle. PEs and Senior PEs are responsible for delivering high quality work, forming and maintaining valuable, long-term relationships with our clients, and continually strengthening their technical and industry knowledge. They will maintain a strong focus on Project Farma's Patient Focused and People First mindset.

As a Project Controls Engineer, you will work collaboratively with clients, vendors, contractors, and other Project Farma team members to support projects related to biomanufacturing across the entire engineering lifecycle. You will be responsible for delivering high quality work, forming and maintaining valuable, long-term relationships with our clients, and continually strengthening your technical and industry knowledge.

Key Responsibilities

  • Produce key project controls deliverables, including:
    • Budget estimates
    • Detailed project schedules and milestones
    • Feasibility estimates, risks, forecasts, and scenario analysis
    • Project cost reports and trend analysis
    • Comprehensive monthly project summary reports
  • Analyze complex project data and then deliver clear, articulate, and concise messages in a compelling manner to support decision making.
  • Gain a general understanding of Earned Value Analysis and PO management tools.
  • Update internal site tools such as site dashboards, deliverable trackers, etc.

Examples of our core services within the life science space, include: Capital Project Management (including Project Controls and Scheduling); Facility Management & Builds; Tech Transfers; Validation Life Cycle (including Commissioning and Qualification, Process Validation, Computer System Validation, etc.); GxP Automated Systems; Due Diligence & Business Strategy; Quality, Regulatory, & Compliance.


Required

  • Bachelor's Degree in Life Science, Engineering, or related discipline and/or comparable military experience.
  • Systems savvy, including Microsoft Excel; Smartsheet and/or Microsoft Project a plus.

Other Required

  • Full-time on-site client presence.
  • Willingness to travel as required to support project and business needs.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. We will not sponsor applicants for current or future work visas for this position. This position may require significant travel to support project and business needs. We cannot employ anyone with an invalid driver's license.

PerkinElmer is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability status, age, or veteran status or any other characteristics protected by applicable law. PerkinElmer is committed to a culturally diverse workforce.