Director Project Controls

Responsibilities

• Establish and execute strategic direction for project controls, including cost, schedule, and risk management for a large-scale data center program
• Develop and implement governance frameworks, reporting protocols, and project controls processes
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, earned value analysis, variance reporting, and lifecycle cost estimating
• Lead development and integration of detailed CPM schedules using Primavera P6 or MS Project
• Define and manage risk registers, lead risk workshops, and coordinate contingency planning
• Manage change control processes, including scope change evaluation and impact analysis
• Prepare executive-level dashboards and reports for senior leadership
• Lead and mentor a high-performing project controls team
• Act as a key liaison with internal and external stakeholders

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Engineering, Finance, or a related field
• 12+ years of experience in project controls, cost management, and scheduling for large-scale construction programs
• 2+ years of experience leading project controls teams in a consulting environment
• Expertise in cost forecasting, earned value management (EVM), risk analysis, and change management
• Proficiency in Primavera P6, MS Project, and cost management systems
• Advanced Excel skills for data analysis and reporting
• Strong analytical, leadership, and communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Graduate degree in a relevant field
• Professional certifications such as CCP, PSP, or PMP
• Experience with data center or mission-critical construction projects

About the Company

Turner & Townsend is a global professional services company with over 22,000 people in more than 60 countries, working across real estate, infrastructure, energy, and natural resources to deliver impactful projects.