Lead Project Controller at Kent

Mumbai, maharashtra, India -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

22 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

24 Mar, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Project Controls, Planning, Scheduling, Primavera P6, Resource Allocation, Progress Measurement, Critical Path Analysis, Risk Analysis, Change Control, Work Breakdown Structure, Cost Control, Cash Flow, Forecasting, Reporting, Leadership, Problem-Solving

Industry

Engineering Services

Description

About the Job: Kent is looking for an Principal Engineer – Project Controls to be based in India. Skills and Responsibilities * Be the focal point for the project in the coordination and management of all basic and detail planning and scheduling of the Project (including the development and production of detailed plans/schedules for FEED Design, Basic Design, Detail Design & Engineering, Procurement, Construction, Pre-commissioning, and Commissioning of the project through to successful completion using current planning techniques and tools). * Provide leadership, technical direction, and hands-on guidance to other planners. * Participate and establish the project overall execution strategy planning for management level. * Assure proficiency in all aspects of planning, scheduling, establish control procedures, resource allocation, progress planning, measuring, and monitoring. * Ensure all planning, scheduling and progress measurement actions and activities are carried out in keeping with all the relative and accepted procedures, specifications, and instructions. * Interface with all disciplines, subcontractors, and client representatives at a senior level regarding planning coordination and integration. * Develop a Logic Network Schedule applying Primavera and implement effective planning and progress measurement process, providing management with recommendations, and the tools, to aid decision making and reporting. * Interface with other project control functions and project control team leaders to maintain and where possible streamline work processes. * Lead in the development of the Project Work Breakdown Structure. * Monitoring & controlling of project budget. * Take ownership of project planning and scheduling process systems and reporting obligations * Perform extensive critical path reviews, assessments, and mitigations once per month after schedule and progress status updates. * Manage interface with Cost, Cash flow and Forecasting. * Identify the schedule risks and re-baseline, if necessary. * Analyse probabilities and determine schedule impact of changes. * Execute the project probability analysis and make reports. * Lead the preparation of Weekly and Monthly Project Report, Backlog analysis, Ageing analysis for internal stakeholders and client. * Develop & administer the project change control process and communicate implication of changes in project schedule. Steward the overall Change Management process. * As part of Central Planning, schedule monthly management meetings for projects/programs and monitor the actions items and report deviations if any. * Develop and monitor individual skills through a matrix and identify training needs to develop the junior team members to upgrade themselves. Assist with as-building deliverables In addition to the responsibilities listed herein, the employee may be required to perform other ad-hoc tasks as needed or directed by the supervisor or management. These tasks will be within the reasonable scope of the employee's skills, capabilities, and role within the organization. The intent of this provision is to allow for flexibility and adaptability in meeting the dynamic needs of the organization, ensuring that operational requirements can be met efficiently. All such tasks will be assigned considering the employee's current workload and with respect to their professional development. Your knowledge/skills, education, and experience: * Degree in Engineering (preferably Chemical or Mechanical) from Indian University (UGC approved) or from Overseas University. Professional Certification is an added advantage. Communication: * Strong verbal and written communication skills in English. * Ability to articulate technical challenges and progress effectively. * Proficiency in remote collaboration tools and practices Behavior/ Core Competencies: * Capability to lead a group responsible for control of planning, scheduling, cost control and cost estimating activities. * Strong Engineering (technical) competence. * Knowledge of Project-Planning is a must. * Computer Applications: Windows Operating systems. * Software- Knowledge of Primavera P6 is a must. * Working as per the Quality and Safety requirement & Standards. * Adopting a flexible and open approach towards the needs of Projects * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. * Independent and proactive work ethic. * Cultural sensitivity and ability to work in a global, multicultural environment. * Flexibility in working hours to accommodate different time zones. HSSEQ: The Employee shall observe the Health, Safety, Sustainability, Environment and Quality rules of the Company; it’s clients and the governing authorities of the host country. * Candidate should contribute to creating a workplace where everyone feels compelled to intervene whenever they observe an unsafe act or condition to ensure that everyone goes home safe and well and the environment is preserved in the successful operation of our business. * Candidate should maintain the HSSEQ management system, and the tools required to implement it Details about the role: Location: Mumbai Relocation required: Not Required Travel required: Sometimes, on need basis Contract type: Permanent Experience level:15-20 Years Why Join us? * Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits * Health & Wellbeing Program * Employee Assistance Program * Inclusion & Belonging Program * Health insurance * Work for a brand that's been in the industry for over 100 years * Great Culture * Safety-first culture with a collaborative and supportive team environment * Opportunity to contribute to some of the largest and most impactful projects in the global energy sector We foster an environment where you are challenged professionally and empowered to take the lead on your career development with the support and guidance of our Leaders. We’re committed to making sure that every single person uses their time with us to gain valuable experience and skills for their future, so why not pursue your career so why not pursue your career with us today! About you: Join us. Unleash your energy within. If you have world-class ambitions to reach the stars while keeping your feet on the ground, we’re the team for you. We've created a new breed of company – future-focused with reimagined ambition across all disciplines within the energy sector. We love people who know their own potential and are not afraid to use it. We know that together, we’re far more than the sum of our parts. So, we celebrate people who want to grow and develop as we work together on some of the largest projects on the energy world stage. We are committed to our diverse and inclusive community – a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop. From day one, we offer a range of family-friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, and employee networks to support staff from different backgrounds. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We’re a disability-friendly employer and can make adjustments to support you to perform at your best during the recruitment process. Our purpose and beliefs: As Kent, we’re tackling the greatest challenge of our time - to bring our world the energy it needs in the most responsible way ever imagined. It’s the energy of every member of our team driven by our beliefs that is making this happen. Whatever our skill, our language, or our culture. These beliefs define and direct us every day to be the very best - for ourselves, our clients, our key stakeholders, the communities we operate in and the planet: We PLAY BIG We thrive on EMOTIONAL AGILITY We are FANATICAL ABOUT PERFORMANCE We are built on INFINITE THINKING Read more about the Purpose, Beliefs and Guiding Principles that drive us [https://kentplc.com/who-we-are/purpose-beliefs]: Our vision for Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging: We recognise that diversity & inclusion are catalysts for success. We’re heightening awareness on the benefits of people diversity, diversity of experiences and diversity of our perspectives. Creating a culture of inclusivity where all employees feel a sense of belonging. Our combined energy is fueled by different nationalities, across 6 continents and 24 countries. Our commitment is to celebrate character – no matter what ethnic background, gender, age, religion, identity, or disability.

Responsibilities

The Lead Project Controller will serve as the focal point for project planning and scheduling across all phases, from design through commissioning, while providing technical direction and guidance to other planners. This role involves assuring proficiency in planning, scheduling, resource allocation, and progress measurement, and interfacing with senior stakeholders regarding coordination and integration.