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RWE · 2 weeks ago

Sr Manager, Project Controls

Austin, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

7+ years exp

RWE Clean Energy, LLC is the third largest renewable energy company in the United States, committed to increasing its asset base of operating wind, solar, and battery projects. The Senior Manager, Project Controls will lead project controls functions across complex projects, ensuring accuracy in financial reporting and serving as a strategic liaison between project controls and finance teams.

EnergyEnergy StorageEnvironmental EngineeringIndustrialRenewable Energy

Growth Opportunities

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Lead coordination efforts with Execution PMs, Controllers, and Preconstruction teams to ensure consistency and accuracy in project control data across multiple projects

Oversee preparation of complex reports on budget performance, forecasts, and cost variances; review change orders and invoices for compliance and accuracy

Manage Tax Equity and PR processes for high-impact projects; act as escalation point for invoice or PO discrepancies

Guide development of advanced dashboards, trackers, and reporting tools to maintain data integrity and provide executive-ready insights

Mentor junior associates and managers on project control processes and best practices; deliver training and coaching to support development

Represent project controls in cross-functional working groups and special projects aimed at improving systems or methodologies

Supervise project control functions across a portfolio of projects, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and alignment with business priorities

Drive consistency in project financial reporting and forecasting; review and validate project variances and provide actionable insights to Execution and Finance teams

Support implementation of new tools, dashboards, and reporting standards to improve visibility and efficiency across project lifecycles

Represent the team in operational reviews or steering committees, providing updates on performance metrics, risks, and process enhancements

Qualification

Project controls frameworksFinancial modelingBudgetingIntegrated reportingMicrosoft OfficeProject management softwareScheduling toolsLeadershipCommunicationProblem-solvingInterpersonal skillsOrganization skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, Finance, or a related field

Minimum of 7 years in project controls, financial analysis, or related discipline (prior people management preferred)

Strong interpersonal skills, with ability to manage customer relationships

Demonstrated desire to learn about the Company and the renewables space

Excellent proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) and Teams

Strong leadership and communication, and ability to meet deadlines

Strong organization skills and ability to coordinate multiple tasks and deliverables

Ability to multi-task, while working independently and as part of a team

Motivated self-starter, goal-oriented, and strong problem-solving abilities

Proven ability to empathize, build relationships, and effectively communicate with people from a diverse set of backgrounds

Responds well to direction, is easy to challenge and develop, and is coachable

Is detail-oriented, has strong business acumen, and a sound understanding of business concepts

Expert-level understanding of project controls frameworks, systems, and compliance processes

Advanced proficiency in financial modeling, budgeting, and integrated reporting

Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills; ability to resolve complex, cross-functional challenges

Experience mentoring and managing team members and third-party vendors

Proficiency with real-time applications and project management software

Preferred

Experience with scheduling tools such as Microsoft Project or Primavera P6

Familiarity with spend curve forecasting and schedule-driven cost modeling

Exposure to cross-functional estimating workflows involving engineering, procurement, and finance

Benefits

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

401(k) match

Flexible Spending Accounts

EAP

Education Assistance

Parental Leave

Paid time off

Holidays

Short-term incentives

Company

RWE

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RWE is a provider of renewable energies as well as generating electricity, building storage facilities, and trading energy.

Founded in 1898

Essen, Nordrhein-Westfalen, DEU

10001+ employees

https://www.rwe.com

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