Technical Manager – Project Controls

About SJ Group

Surbana Jurong Group is a prominent global consulting firm specializing in urban development, infrastructure, and managed services. Operating extensively across Asia, the Middle East, Africa, and other regions, the company provides comprehensive solutions throughout the project lifecycle including planning, design, execution, and asset management.

Role Overview

We are seeking a seasoned Technical Manager specializing in Project Controls to manage project planning, scheduling, cost control, risk assessment, and performance reporting for significant infrastructure programs.

Key Responsibilities

• Direct project controls functions encompassing planning, scheduling, cost engineering, risk assessment, and tracking progress.
• Create, review, and maintain comprehensive project schedules through Primavera P6.
• Oversee project costs, quantities, scheduling performance, and monitor progress delivery.
• Prepare and interpret reports, dashboards, and management information detailing project performance.
• Formulate integrated schedules that reveal dependencies across multiple projects and programs.
• Assist with the preparation and evaluation of project implementation and management strategies.
• Utilize Enterprise Project Management (EPM) software to supervise and regulate project outcomes.
• Identify schedule and cost-related risks and offer expert analytical support to recommend corrective solutions.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or related fields.
• At least 15 years of experience in project controls including planning, scheduling, cost management, or risk management.
• Strong practical knowledge in cost engineering, quantity handling, project analysis, and schedule preparation.
• Proficient user of Primavera P6 scheduling software.
• Experienced with Enterprise Project Management (EPM) tools.
• Ability to create project performance dashboards and manage integrated program schedules.
• Skilled at devising project implementation and management plans focused on major infrastructure developments.

Why Work with SJ Group?

Join a multi-disciplinary global consultancy dedicated to constructing sustainable and human-centered environments across more than 40 countries. Contribute to intricate infrastructure projects using solid planning, cost management, risk control, and performance oversight methods.

Note that all hiring is managed internally by SJ Group's Talent Acquisition Team. We do not partner with external recruitment agencies for this position. Resumes sent directly to any SJ Group employee or manager will not be considered, and the company is not liable for unsolicited fees.

Only candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted.

At Surbana Jurong, we foster a workplace that values talent, diligence, collaboration, and a positive culture to creatively solve challenges and impact the world constructively.