Manager, Business Management and Project Controls

Cheniere Energy•Gregory, TX

About The Position

The Manager, Business Management and Project Controls will report to the Project Director and is responsible for driving commercial performance on large capital projects. This role oversees business operations of the project including but not limited to project controls, accounting/finance, tax/insurance, contract and commercial management, risk management and supply chain while working closely with engineering, project management, and construction site teams to ensure profitable and compliant project delivery.

Requirements

Strong background in commercial management, contracts, and/or project controls
Proven experience with large-scale industrial projects (power plants, refineries, mining, infrastructure, etc.)
Knowledge of EPC/EPCM (lump sum, cost reimbursable, unit rate, etc.) contracting models and international contracting standards
Exceptional written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
Organized and able to manage multiple activities and programs timely and with a high degree of accuracy.
Exceptional problem solving, planning and analytical skills.
Computer literate with typical office packages and basic computer literacy and the ability to learn new software and applications.
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business, Finance, or related field
20+ years of experience in heavy industrial engineering and construction and project execution

Responsibilities

Responsible for managing and coordinating all project specific accounting and finance activities, including cash forecasting and accounts payable
Management and control/reporting for banking and project specific bank accounts or financial asset reporting
Responsible for ensuring all tax strategies and liabilities are managed and controlled for the capital project, working closely with the companies’ tax organization for tax compliance
Manage insurance requirements for the project (OCIP, BAR and other CGL aspects) as well as requirements for subcontractors and suppliers, ensuring appropriate insurance is in place for specific scopes of supply and performance of the work
Overall project reporting for all commercial and financial controls and liabilities
Establish, implement, and govern the project controls system(s) in line with contract requirements (with subcontractors and suppliers) and corporate standards
Oversee a multi-discipline project controls team (cost engineers, schedulers, planners, estimators and analysts)
Ensure alignment between project execution strategy and controls methodologies
Oversee project budgets, cost controls, cash flow, and profitability
Review and manage project cost (actual and committed) forecasts, as well as all project change management with subcontractors and suppliers
Lead commercial negotiations with subcontractors and suppliers
Ensure timely invoicing, disposition/resolution of claims, and payment collection
Review, negotiate, and manage contracts (lump sum, cost-plus, unit rate, etc.)
Identify commercial risks and implement mitigation strategies
Manage change orders, claims, extensions of time (EOTs), and dispute resolution
Ensure contractual compliance across all contracts and commercial agreements (PO’s)
Work closely with the Project Director, Engineering, Procurement and Construction groups to align project objectives for successful execution
Prepare and implement resource planning, subcontracting strategies, and procurement decisions
Participate in project reviews, progress meetings, and executive reporting
Ensure adherence to company policies, project governance, and ethical standards
Lead and mentor the project controls group, the commercial/contracts group, and the procurement teams
Act as a key interface between company operations/organization, finance, insurance, tax, legal, and executive leadership
Represent the company in high-level progress and reporting meetings