Project Controller - 12 Month FTC

Our client, a leading organisation within the defence and security sector, is seeking a Project Controller to support major programmes from any of their UK sites This 12-month fixed-term contract offers the opportunity to manage project controls across the full project lifecycle within a progressive, technology-led environment.

Key Responsibilities

Developing, maintaining and managing integrated project controls processes across projects and programmes Maintaining project schedules, including resource management, baselines and schedule updates using Oracle Primavera Interrogating schedules to identify risks, issues, emerging trends and potential impacts on delivery Monitoring actual and forecast costs against budget, including cost variance analysis and change control Supporting recovery planning and recommending actions to maintain project performance Analysing and reporting schedule, cost and risk information to support effective decision-making Applying project controls techniques such as critical path analysis, schedule risk analysis and Earned Value Management Working collaboratively with Project Managers, Programme Managers, Resource Managers, Commercial teams, Finance and senior stakeholders Job

Requirements

Significant experience in project controls, project planning or project performance management Working knowledge of Oracle Primavera is essential Comprehensive understanding of project lifecycles, with experience applying Agile, Waterfall or Hybrid methodologies Strong knowledge of project scheduling, cost control, forecasting and risk management Experience in analysing project data and producing clear management reports Understanding of Earned Value Management and schedule risk analysis Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills APMG Project Planning and Control Practitioner qualification would be advantageous Additional Information: 12-month fixed-term contract 37 hours per week Hybrid working, with an average of three days per week onsite.

Applicants must be eligible for SC clearance as a minimum. If you have strong project controls experience and are ready to contribute to important defence and security programmes, please get in touch for a confidential discussion...

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