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Ascend Elements · 2 weeks ago

Senior Project Controls Manager

Nashville, TN

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

10+ years exp

Ascend Elements is revolutionizing the production of lithium-ion battery materials through its innovative Hydro-to-Cathode™ technology. The Senior Project Controls Manager will oversee project controls for large-scale capital projects, ensuring timely delivery within scope and budget while coordinating with various teams and managing project risks.

Advanced MaterialsBatteryEnergy StorageManufacturingSustainability

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain integrated project schedules using tools such as Primavera P6 and MS Project

Establish and manage project budgets, cost control systems, cash flow, and earned value analysis

Lead and supervise a team of schedulers, cost analysts, and document control professionals

Coordinate closely with project managers, engineering, procurement, construction, and finance teams to ensure accurate and timely reporting

Identify and analyze project risks, trends, and deviations; recommend mitigation strategies

Implement and maintain project controls procedures, systems, and tools in alignment with company standards

Support project setup including WBS, coding structures, baseline development, and resource loading

Lead change management and change order processes; ensure all changes are properly documented and incorporated into cost and schedule baselines

Prepare and present executive-level progress reports and dashboards to internal stakeholders and clients

Support proposal development and provide input on execution plans, schedules, and budgets during bid phase

Coach and mentor junior staff; promote a culture of continuous improvement

Liase with AE FP&A to forecast cash required to support multiple ongoing projects

Qualification

Project controlsPrimavera P6Cost controlEarned value managementMS ProjectLeadershipAnalytical skillsChange managementBudget managementCommunicationTeam management