Senior Project Controls Manager

Ascend Elements AE is revolutionizing the production of lithium ion battery materials by establishing a clean and sustainable supply chain using recycled feedstock Its patented Hydro to Cathode technology directly synthesizes new cathode materials from spent lithium ion cells more efficiently than traditional methods resulting in reduced cost improved performance and lowered GHG emissions The results are lower cost better performance batteries with fewer discarded in landfill a cleaner manufacturing process and a truly sustainable closed loop circular battery economy Ascend Elements is taking the lithium ion battery industry to a higher level The Senior Project Controls Manager is responsible for overseeing and leading all aspects of project controls across multiple or large scale capital projects This includes planning scheduling cost control progress measurement change management forecasting and reporting This role ensures that projects are delivered on time within scope and within budget while aligning with company objectives and client expectations Primary Location Nashville Tennessee

Key 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

Education and Qualifications Bachelors degree in Engineering Construction Management Finance or a related field Masters degree or PMP certification is a plus
10 years of experience in project controls with at least 3 years in a leadership or senior management role Strong expertise in project planning and cost control methodologies including earned value management EVMProficient in scheduling and cost management software Primavera P6 MS Project Excel and cost systems such as Deltek Eco Sys or similar

Experience working in PMC EPC EPCM or industrial capital projects eg oil & gas infrastructure power chemicals or renewables

Strong analytical communication and leadership skills

Ability to work across time zones and manage global teams if required

Ability to travel domestically and internationally as needed Ascend Elements is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin disability status protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law