Project Controls Manager

Project Controls Manager

Woodinville, WA

Group14 Technologies: An Elemental Approach to Better Batteries

Founded to enable the coming electrification of everything, Group14 is the largest commercial manufacturer and supplier of silicon battery technology, elevating performance for all battery applications. Between its headquarters and factories in Washington State, its silane factory in Germany, and its joint venture factory in South Korea, Group14 enables battery manufacturers and world-leading OEMs in automotive, consumer electronics, and beyond to achieve transformational performance for a more sustainable future.

Backed by notable strategic investors and customers such as Porsche AG, Microsoft Climate Innovation Fund, Decarbonization Partners, and SK Inc, Group14 raised a $614 million Series C round and secured an additional $100 million grant from the U.S. Department of Energy in 2022-2023 to scale its technology and global manufacturing footprint.

WERE ON A QUEST TO ELECTRIFY THE WORLD

The electrification of everything starts with amazing people. Our team and everyone at our company is committed to cultivating a more sustainably powered world with solutions for today, not years from now.

Group14’s Major Projects team is tasked with taking the company’s strategic development objectives and making them a reality. Comprised of individuals with varied technical, construction and project management backgrounds, the Major Projects team works with all facets of the organization to define, execute and manage scope, schedule and budget for the company’s largest, most complicated and critical projects.

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING :

Project Controls Managers are responsible for overseeing various facets of the project to ensure successful and efficient execution. Key responsibilities include planning and scheduling, cost estimation and budgeting, risk management, performance monitoring, change management, reporting, collaboration with project stakeholders, compliance with policies and standards, and continuous improvement.

In addition to these core responsibilities, Project Controls Managers play a crucial role in team management. Leading and guiding a team of project controls professionals, they provide coaching, support, and foster a collaborative team culture. This leadership aspect is essential for ensuring effective coordination, communication, and alignment with company and project goals.

Contribute to project planning, budgeting, and overall strategy.

Develop and maintain project schedules, including work breakdown structures (WBS) and critical path analysis.

Prepare and monitor project budgets, estimate costs, and track expenses throughout the project lifecycle.

Provide inputs, collaborate and align with the Finance team on project budgets.

Identify, assess, and manage project risks. Develop risk mitigation strategies and contingency plans.

Establish and monitor project performance against key performance indicators (KPIs) and take corrective actions as needed.

Implement and manage changes to project scope, schedule, and budget. Evaluate the impact of changes on project objectives and budget, in partnership with the Finance team.

Generate regular project status reports for stakeholders. Communicate project progress, issues, and resolutions effectively.

Work closely with project managers, engineers, and other team members to ensure coordination and alignment with project goals.

Ensure compliance with project controls policies, procedures, and standards.

Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement strategies to enhance project controls efficiency and optimize performance.

Lead and manage a team of project controls professionals. Provide guidance, coaching, and support to team members. Foster a collaborative and high-performance team culture.

Conducting and presenting a feasibility analysis for proposed projects.

Maintain project contracts and project level cost reporting and forecasting.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR :

Bachelor’s degree in business administration or a related field (or equivalent work experience).

At least 7 years of experience with 5 years on program or project management teams, with a focus on major project delivery.

Strong understanding of project lifecycle and project management principles and practices.

Excellent organizational and leadership skills.

Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.

Strong critical thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

Willingness to travel to project locations both within and outside of the US.

Strong computer skills and experience with relevant software programs (Primavera, MS Project, and related PMS systems)

Experience with stakeholder and financial management.

Excellent communication and presentation skills.

OTHER QUALITIES WE’D LOVE FOR YOU TO HAVE :

Experience with capital projects in the battery materials or other chemical process industries.

Experience with Project Management Information Systems (PMISs, e.g., Kahua, PM Web, etc.)

The annual base salary range for this position is $115,000 – $135,000. All positions come with a bonus plan and company stock options. The actual base salary offered depends on a variety of factors, which may include, the applicant’s qualifications for the position; years of relevant experience; specific and unique skills; level of education attained; certifications or other professional licenses held; other legitimate, non-discriminatory business factors specific to the position; and the geographic location in which the position is located.

Base Pay Range

$115,000-$135,000USD

GROUP14 OFFERS COMPELLING BENEFITS

Medical, Dental, and Vision: 100% paid for by the company for employees (80% for dependents)

Employee Assistance Program

Long-Term and Short-Term Disability Insurance

Life Insurance and AD and D Insurance (100% Employer Paid)

Option to purchase additional Life and AD and D Insurance (with guaranteed issue) and Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Insurance coverages for you and dependents at affordable rates

401(k) with Pre-Tax and Roth options and Company Match

Paid Time Off and Floating Holidays

Stock Options

GROUP14 IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

We love creating opportunities for others by connecting people from widely diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and geographies. Being a diverse and inclusive company isn’t just something we strive for, its who we are and part of what we do each and every single day. We want to ensure that as an employee, you belong and that Group14 is the kind of workplace where you feel safe, included, and that you have the opportunity to thrive in your career.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances.

If you need any assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please email: careers@group14.technology. This information will be treated as confidential and used only for the purpose of determining an appropriate accommodation for the application and/or interview process.

Group14 is committed to a safe and productive work environment. As part of our hiring process, we conduct pre-employment drug screenings for substances in accordance with state and federal regulations. Please note that our pre-employment drug screening process does not include testing for THC.

Please note: We are not able to accommodate candidates in need of work sponsorship at this time.

NOTICE TO STAFFING AGENCIES AND SEARCH FIRMS

Group14 does not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate submittals from staffing agencies and search firms. Any resumes or candidate submittals sent to our careers site (directly or via job boards) or directly to Group14 employees will not be eligible for any placement fee, and the resume/candidate will be added to our database for direct recruitment.

Group14 only assigns positions to staffing agencies and search firms who are pre-approved by HR and that we have a current agreement with. Not all positions are eligible for a placement fee.

At Group14, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.