Assistant Project Controller

Walker Sime; Warrington; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading infrastructure team as an Assistant Project Controller at Walker Sime. This role involves supporting major wastewater projects, developing project control processes, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. Ideal candidates will have experience in project controls and strong analytical skills, contributing to impactful projects in a diverse and inclusive environment.

Benefits

Healthy work-life balance

People-focused company culture

Career-defining projects

Diversity and innovation valued

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Project Controls.
• Experience in the Utilities/Water sector is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain project schedules, cost plans, and lifecycle schedules.
• Monitor and report project Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
• Support the change management process, ensuring compliance with business procedures.

Skills

Project control techniques

Numerical and data analysis

Communication skills

Collaboration

Education

Formal PM/Project Controls qualification

Tools

Primavera P6

SAP

Job description

Walker Sime

Assistant Project Controller

Infrastructure Team

Warrington

Join Our Leading Infrastructure Team at Walker Sime

We’re excited to offer an incredible opportunity for an Assistant Project Controller to become a key player in our renowned Infrastructure team at Walker Sime. Led by industry experts, our team delivers a wide range of high-impact projects across sectors, including renewables, energy and waste, water and utilities, nuclear, defence, and highways.

Right now, we’re looking for an Assistant Project Controller to work on complex, high-value infrastructure projects within the wastewater sector. This is your chance to develop your skills in project controls, making a genuine impact while working alongside Sheryl Durham, our exceptional Director of Project Controls.

About the Role - As an Assistant Project Controller, you will be a critical part of our Project Controls team, supporting the successful delivery of major wastewater infrastructure projects. Your responsibilities will include:

• Developing, implementing, and maintaining effective project control processes.
• Contributing to project planning, scheduling, cost control, risk management, and change management.
• Ensuring that all project control data is accurate, up-to-date, and communicated effectively.
• Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams (engineers, planners, commercial professionals) to ensure project objectives are met.
• Identifying potential risks and opportunities, providing insights for informed decision-making.

Key Responsibilities -

• Support the Programme Controls Manager with accurate project status assessments.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, cost plans, and lifecycle schedules.
• Monitor and report project Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
• Assist with early warning, risk, and issue management.
• Manage interface schedules and dependencies.
• Support the change management process, ensuring compliance with business procedures.

About You Qualifications & Experience -

• Proven experience in Project Controls.
• Formal PM/Project Controls qualification.
• Experience in the Utilities/Water sector is an advantage.

Key Skills -

• Strong understanding of project control techniques.
• Proficiency in Project Control software (Primavera P6, SAP).
• Excellent numerical and data analysis skills.
• Meticulous attention to detail with the ability to tackle complex situations.
• Clear, confident communication skills with the ability to challenge constructively.
• Collaborative mindset with a proactive approach to problem-solving.

The Walker Sime Promise -

• Be part of a people-focused company where your growth matters.
• Work on exciting, career-defining projects.
• Enjoy a healthy work-life balance.
• Experience a culture that values diversity, innovation, and equal opportunity.

At Walker Sime, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone is respected and valued. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and look forward to seeing how you can make an impact.

Ready to Take the Next Step? Apply now to join our Infrastructure team and shape your future with Walker Sime.