Manager, Project Controls (Renewables Flex Power)

What You Will Do

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of Project Controllers and Schedulers, building a high-performance culture focused on accountability, accuracy, and continuous improvement
• Oversee end-to-end project controls execution, with a strong emphasis on credible cost and schedule forecasting (EAC/ETC), performance tracking, and risk-informed decision-making
• Review and validate project baselines, forecasts, schedule updates, and critical path impacts, ensuring data integrity and proactively challenging assumptions where needed
• Partner with Project Managers and cross-functional leaders to identify emerging risks and trends, delivering clear early-warning insights and driving proactive course correction
• Establish and standardize project controls governance, including processes, reporting frameworks, KPIs, and data quality expectations across the portfolio
• Drive process transformation and system integration, improving reporting automation, tool adoption, and overall project controls maturity in a developing environment
• Lead change across a matrixed organization, influencing stakeholders and reinforcing consistent practices across the full lifecycle—from development through execution and closeout
• What You’ll Bring
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, Business, Finance, or a related field; PMP (Project Management Professional) certification required
• Minimum seven (7) years of experience in project controls, project delivery, or complex capital projects in energy, infrastructure, or construction environments
• Proven experience leading and developing project controls teams, including cost controllers and schedulers
• Hands-on expertise in integrated project controls, including cost, schedule, forecasting (EAC/ETC), risk, and change management
• Demonstrated ability to own and validate project forecasts, challenge assumptions, and improve accuracy of cost and schedule outcomes
• Experience supporting projects in EPC or multi-contractor environments, with exposure to full project lifecycle delivery
• Proficiency with project controls systems such as Primavera P6, SAP (or ERP), Procore, Power BI, and Excel (Oracle Primavera Cloud is a plus), along with strong knowledge of scheduling, critical path analysis, and performance management
• Strong analytical and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to translate complex data into clear insights, influence decisions across a matrixed organization, and drive continuous improvement in evolving environments
• Additional Details
• This role is based in our Houston, TX office and is eligible for our in-office hybrid work policy
• Must be available to travel domestically up to 15% of the time and with the need for some overnight trips
• Must be willing and able to comply with all ENGIE ethics and safety policies
• Compensation
• Salary Range: $117,300 – $179,860 USD annually
• This represents the average expected pay range for a qualified candidate. ENGIE complies with all federal, state, and local minimum wage laws. Actual salary offered may vary depending on geography, experience, education, internal pay alignment, or other bona fide factors.
• In addition to base pay, this position is eligible for a competitive bonus / incentive plan.
• Your Talent Acquisition Partner can share more specific information regarding the benefits or the salary for the position based on the work location.
• At ENGIE, we take your well-being seriously. Our comprehensive benefits package includes options for medical, dental, vision, life insurance, employer-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance, ESPP, generous paid time off including wellness days, holidays and leave programs. We also help you plan for retirement by offering a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a company match. But that's not all – we're dedicated to the health and happiness of your entire family, offering supplemental benefits for full time employees that enhance emotional and physical well-being through all stages of life from family forming to caregiver benefits. Explore our benefits package to see how we can support you. Learn more.
• Why ENGIE?
• ENGIE North America isn’t just participating in the Zero-Carbon Transition, we’re leading it! Join us as we develop energy that is renewable, efficient, and accessible to everyone.
• At ENGIE, every talent has a role to play in the adventure of the century. Make a difference and enjoy a fulfilling professional experience. Take on exciting challenges and build a career path that reflects who you are.
• Join us and be part of the adventure!
• ENGIE is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace, and we are firmly committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all employees. We are committed to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.
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• We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this role at any time.
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