Project Controls Manager

Project Controls Manager – Data Centre Construction

Location: Middenmeer, Netherlands
Sector: Mission Critical / Data Centres
Reports to: Project Director / Programme Manager

Role Purpose

The Project Controls Manager is responsible for overseeing planning, scheduling, cost control, and reporting functions across the lifecycle of a hyperscale data centre project. This role ensures that the project remains on track in terms of time, cost, and performance, and provides strategic insights to support decision-making and risk mitigation.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain integrated project schedules using industry-standard tools (e.g., Primavera P6, MS Project).
• Lead cost control processes including budget tracking, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Implement earned value management (EVM) and performance measurement systems.
• Prepare and present regular progress reports to senior stakeholders.
• Coordinate with commercial, construction, and engineering teams to ensure alignment of controls data.
• Support risk management and change control processes.
• Ensure compliance with client reporting standards and contractual obligations.
• Mentor junior planning and controls staff and promote best practices.

Essential Qualifications & Experience

• Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Controls, or related discipline.
• Experience in project controls, ideally within mission-critical or data centre environments.
• Proficiency in scheduling and cost control software (Primavera P6, Excel, Power BI, etc.).
• Strong understanding of project controls methodologies including EVM, critical path analysis, and cost management.
• Experience working on large-scale international construction projects.
• Fluent in English; Dutch language skills are a plus.

Desirable Attributes

• Experience with fast-track delivery models and hyperscale infrastructure.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams.
• Familiarity with NEC, FIDIC, or similar contract forms.