Head of Project Controls
Job Introduction
We are looking for a Head of Project Controls to join our team on HS2 Main Works Civils Contract. As the Head of Project Controls, you will be ultimately responsible for driving continued success of the Project Controls Team to facilitate the delivery of a major project. You will report to the Project Management Office Director.
The project operates an Integrated Project Team (IPT) approach. The client and contractor work collaboratively on a day-to-day basis in an embedded team.
Flexible working: We welcome you to ask about the flexibility you need. This might be part-time, remote working, or compressed hours for example. Anyone who applies for a role can ask about flexibility at interview. In return, we will explore what is possible for the role.
Role Responsibility
- Devising strategies, initiatives and recommendations for effective data-driven delivery solutions
- Building collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders
- Accountable for accuracy of consistent, transparent and reliable information in line with contractual requirements
- Overseeing continual improvement of Project Controls processes and systems
- Leading technical / programme presentations with clients, partners and suppliers on project progress including earned value, cost performance, challenges and concerns
- Foster a culture that encourages positive project challenge to achieve programme targets
- Keeping abreast of innovation and best practices in Project Controls; critically appraising them and introducing to the project if benefit is demonstrated.
- Processing statutory requirements as they affect the Joint Ventures operations and ensure that the requirements, as applicable within their discipline, are implemented on the project
- Continuing growth of the team ensuring the right behaviour by developing a diverse and inclusive culture
- Providing guidance and support to the project controls team, and developing the skills and competencies of project controls staff
- Championing health, safety & wellbeing activities
- Adhering to SCS policies and procedures
The Ideal Candidate
- Demonstrable experience in establishing project controls systems in multi-project or mega-project environments within the construction industry
- Demonstrable experience of managing large, de-centralised teams
- Demonstrable excellent knowledge of all project controls functions
- Demonstrable experience in building lasting relationships and leading strong, motivated teams
- Demonstrable experience in implementing strategic initiatives
- Demonstrable experience working in a time-pressurised environment with competing deadlines and demands
- Clear communication skills and cultural awareness to be able to communicate with accuracy and clarity through a wide spectrum of stakeholders
About the Company
The role will work on the HS2 project. HS2 is the UK’s new high speed rail network. It will be a catalyst for economic growth across Britain, freeing up space on the existing railways and connecting 8 out of the UK’s 10 biggest cities with fast, reliable and frequent high speed services
The Skanska | Costain | STRABAG (SCS JV) is delivering the HS2 London Tunnels Contract. Scope of works includes twin-bored tunnels (TBM), SCL tunnels, shaft sinking, bridge demolition and reconstruction, services diversions, earthworks and the construction of site compounds.
You’ll be a welcomed member of the wider team, with opportunities to take on additional responsibility, join our EDI Champions program or support the local community (e.g. as a STEM ambassador).
Your personal and professional development is important to us. We welcome a discussion about how we can support you with further study, or professional membership or attainment for example.
HS2 – working with Skanska, Costain and STRABAG, closely monitors job applications, to ensure an inclusive recruitment process. To ensure we are able to maintain this, and to recruit a diverse workforce, we require candidates to complete the diversity form as part of their application so we are able to monitor and improve our approach to diversity. Please note, all responses are anonymous and we will not share any of your data with other parties. All data will be held securely, (as stated within the Data Protection Act 2018 and UK GDPR) and will be reported to HS2.
It is an SCSJV requirement that all employees, Design House, and Supply Chains must implement and comply with the requirements of ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System, ISO 14001:2015 Environmental Management System with guidance for use”, OHSAS 18001:2017 Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems and ISO/IEC 27001:2013 Information Security Management System, Policies, Plans, Procedures and Processes, and statutory requirements as they affect the Joint Venture ‘s operations and ensure that the requirements, as applicable within their discipline, are effectively implemented on the project. Develop a culture of safety on the project through the absolute commitment to the Zero Accidents target and ethos, and develops a wider awareness of quality, environmental issues and demonstrates commitment to achieve continual improvement and Zero tolerance.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. we do not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, sex, race, religion or belief, gender reassignment, marriage/civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity, or sexual orientation
SCS Railways is a Disability Confident Leader. We want to encourage disabled people to apply for our roles and have an opportunity to display your skills, talent, and abilities. We will ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants that meet the minimum criteria for this position will be offered an interview.
Please see the disability confident commitments:
To be considered for an interview under this scheme you have:
- A physical or mental impairment, which has a substantial and long-term effect (over 12 months) adverse effect on your ability to carry out normal day-to-day activities
- Demonstrated in your application and pre-interview stage that you meet the minimum job criteria and person specification for the role
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