Description Scope of Work: Kent is looking for a Senior Project Controls Manager to provide specialist project controls services on a major/complex FEED project, focusing on implementing effective controls, forecasting, and reporting to support the client in achieving successful delivery. This is for 12 months at our Engineering office based in Woking. Responsibilities: Project reporting, forecasting, cost management, and cashflow optimisation. Development and baselining of the project schedule. Implementation of document control and administration processes aligned with contractual requirements. Establishment of change management controls to protect budget and hours. Oversight of information management systems to ensure effective data flow. Delivery of progress reports and early warnings on performance risks. Independent leadership and guidance across planning, cost, and document control functions. Advisory support to the Engineering Management Team on risks, constraints, and project controls. Preparation of documentation to support variations, claims, and dispute resolution. Input to commercial negotiations by advising on project control considerations. Assurance that processes meet quality and compliance standards, including audit support. Ongoing identification of risks, opportunities, and efficiencies to enhance project delivery. Key Requirements: Significant years of relevant industry experience. Demonstrable experience (8 Years and/or 2 No’s of Projects executed) of delivering FEED and/or EPC phase Detailed Design projects as a Project Controls Manager within the Oil and Gas and/or New Energy and/or Renewable Industry. Preferable (but not essential) for candidates to have a blend of FEED and EPC experience. Degree Educated in Engineering related field preferred. Strong leadership and people management skills (noting empathy is a critical skill we value) with a proven ability to positively influence project delivery and build high-performing integrated teams for both the home office execution teams and our exceptional Global Engineering Centres. Delegate authority and responsibility effectively. Shows enthusiasm for the development of personnel within the Project team, supporting Project team members to achieve their defined personal and career development plan. Strong client and stakeholder management skills, ability to influence in a calm and professional manner. Commercially focused, with demonstrability ability manage Cost forecasting, managing Project Change effectively. Excellent knowledge of Planning and Project Controls methodologies; utilizing analytical data for status assessment and/or decision making. Excellent knowledge of FEED and EPC contracts. A strong and effective decision manager, guiding team when required. Ensures decisions for key elements are recorded formally for auditable trail. A strategic thinker, ability to foresee potential issues and proactively manage risk and opportunities throughout the Project. 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. Please contact us confidentially at recruitment.uk@kentplc.com to find out how we can support you.