PROJECT CONTROL MANAGER

Job Title: Project Control Manager – Site Works (New Plant Construction)

Department: Project Management / Site Execution
Location: Dholka / Ahmedabad
Reports to: Project Director / Project Manager
Employment Type: [Full-time / Contract]

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Project Control Manager to lead and manage the planning, scheduling, cost control, and progress reporting for a new plant construction project. The role will be based at the project site and will play a key role in ensuring that construction activities are executed within the defined timelines, budgets, and quality parameters.

Key Responsibilities:1. Planning & Scheduling:

· Develop and maintain detailed project schedules using Primavera P6 or MS Project.

· Monitor and update construction progress and project milestones.

· Identify schedule risks and implement mitigation strategies.

· Coordinate with construction, engineering, procurement, and contractors to align timelines.

2. Cost Control & Budgeting:

· Establish project budgets and cost control systems.

· Track and control project costs, commitments, and forecasts.

· Analyze cost variances and provide timely reports to management.

· Support contract and procurement teams with cost estimates and budget alignment.

3. Progress Monitoring & Reporting:

· Prepare weekly and monthly progress reports, dashboards, and KPIs.

· Ensure alignment of actual progress vs. planned schedules and budgets.

· Conduct site inspections and work-front assessments to validate reported progress.

· Support change management, including evaluation of variation orders and claims.

4. Risk Management:

· Identify project risks related to time, cost, and resources.

· Support development and implementation of mitigation plans.

· Maintain a risk register and regularly update it with stakeholders.

5. Team Coordination & Communication:

· Work closely with site engineers, supervisors, planners, and subcontractors.

· Coordinate with HQ and client representatives for reporting and reviews.

· Lead or participate in progress review meetings and audits.

Qualifications and Skills:

· Bachelor’s degree in Civil / Mechanical / Electrical Engineering or related field.

· 8–12 years of experience in project control for large-scale industrial or infrastructure projects.

· Strong expertise in Primavera P6, MS Project, and MS Excel (including cost models, dashboards).

· Solid understanding of construction workflows, contracts, and site execution activities.

· Familiarity with earned value management (EVM), cost coding, and quantity tracking.

· Excellent analytical, communication, and leadership skills.

· Ability to work on-site in challenging environments and handle multi-disciplinary teams.

Preferred Qualifications:

· Certification in PMP, CCP, or similar project control credentials.

· Experience with ERP/project management tools (SAP, Oracle, etc.).

· Prior experience in greenfield plant construction (cement, steel, chemicals, manufacturing, etc.).

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹30,000.00 - ₹40,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Cell phone reimbursement

Work Location: In person