Project Control Manager

HERACLES Group, Greece's leading company in innovative and sustainable building solutions and a member of HOLCIM, is seeking to recruit a Project Control Manager.
With sustainability at the core of our strategy, the "OLYMPUS" project is a pioneering initiative that supports our commitment to achieving net-zero emissions. Our goal is to transform our Group's cement production plant in Milaki, Evia, into a net-zero carbon facility through innovative carbon capture technologies.
Based at our Athens Head Offices, you will join our Project Team for the large-scale "OLYMPUS" Carbon Capture project, which aims to spearhead the decarbonization of energy-intensive industries. OLYMPUS is a flagship project in Holcim’s European decarbonization roadmap and will contribute to the development of CO₂ storage capacity in Southern Europe. With a target operational date of 2028, the project aims to capture and store 1 million tons of CO₂ annually. In 2023, the project was selected for a grant from the EU Innovation Fund.

The Role

Reporting to the Project Director, the Project Control Manager will be responsible for project planning, scheduling, cost control, cost estimation and performance monitoring for a large-scale Carbon Capture & Storage (CCS) project. The role covers multiple technological sections, including cement facilities retrofitting, the carbon capture plant, a new jetty and associated utilities, requiring close collaboration with engineering, procurement, construction and commissioning teams, as well as designers, subcontractors and vendors.

Key Responsibilities

• Project Planning & Scheduling: Develop, integrate and maintain detailed project schedules using Primavera P6 or similar software. Review and comment on contractors’ schedules, monitor progress, identify critical path activities and propose recovery plans and corrective actions to address deviations.
• Estimation & Cost Control: Develop CAPEX estimates, manage project budgets and forecasts, track project costs, analyze variances and implement corrective actions. Support the management of change orders and subcontractor variations. Prepare cost reports and forecasts for management and clients.
• Progress & Performance Monitoring: Monitor project progress and performance across engineering, procurement, construction and commissioning activities. Develop and maintain dashboards and performance indicators to support effective project monitoring and decision-making.
• Risk Management: Identify, assess and mitigate project risks, maintain risk registers and develop appropriate risk response plans.
• Reporting & Communication: Prepare regular project reports and presentations for management and stakeholders. Communicate effectively with project teams, country and corporate organizations, EU funding stakeholders and subcontractors.
• Stakeholder Coordination: Participate in regular meetings with designers, subcontractors and vendors at their respective locations, expediting activities and following up on agreed deliverables to ensure alignment with project objectives.

Key Success Factors & Prerequisites

• Strong project planning, scheduling and cost control capabilities to ensure project objectives are achieved within the agreed timelines and budget.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to monitor project performance, identify deviations and propose effective corrective actions.
• Proactive approach to risk identification, mitigation and stakeholder coordination.
• Ability to develop reliable project estimates, forecasts, reports and dashboards to support informed decision-making.
• Effective communication and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, contractors, designers, vendors and corporate stakeholders.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage competing priorities in a complex industrial project environment.
• Results-oriented mindset, with a focus on performance monitoring, continuous improvement and timely delivery.

What are we looking for?

• Strong expertise in project planning, scheduling, cost estimation and control and project management.
• Proven experience in project cost estimation, CAPEX development, budgeting and forecasting.
• Proficiency in project management and scheduling software, particularly Primavera P6 and/or MS Project.
• Significant experience in industrial EPC projects, preferably involving complex, multidisciplinary engineering, procurement and construction activities.
• Understanding of EP, EPPC and EPC contract structures and commercial terms.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills, with the ability to identify deviations and recommend corrective actions.
• Experience in project performance monitoring, progress measurement, reporting and dashboard development.
• Knowledge of relevant industry standards, regulations and project execution practices.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with engineering, procurement, construction and commissioning teams, as well as external stakeholders.
• Strong planning, organizational and coordination skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet demanding deadlines.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure in a complex, large-scale project environment.
• Willingness to travel and participate in meetings with designers, subcontractors and vendors at their respective locations.

The company offers:

• A unique opportunity to work for a leading player in the building industry and a Top Employer, recognized for its commitment to its people.
• Continuous training and career growth opportunities within an international Group.
• Opportunity to contribute to a pioneering CCS project with major environmental impact.
  
  

Please note that the defined salary range for this role will be disclosed to candidates within a reasonable timeframe before the interview process begins.