Capex Project Manager

Morgan McKinley; Bedford; On-site; GBP 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive package

High-impact projects

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Morgan McKinley in the United Kingdom is recruiting a Capex Project Controls Manager to lead cost control, schedule tracking and financial forecasting across a multi-million-pound capital expansion programme. You will bridge delivery, finance and governance teams, shaping reporting for board-level decision-making.

You will design and manage enterprise Power BI dashboards (DAX, data modelling, Power Query/M) and drive continuous improvement of project control frameworks, tools and templates.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in a Project/PMO Controls role, ideally within a capital-intensive infrastructure, transport or civil engineering environment.
• Deep understanding of capital project cost control, financial forecasting and variance reporting.
• Hands-on experience developing interactive Power BI reports (connecting data sources, writing DAX, data modelling, Power Query/M).
• Familiarity with project planning and monitoring tools such as Primavera P6 or MS Project.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to translate technical data into clear insights for board-level sponsors and non-technical teams.

Responsibilities

• Monitor performance against programmes, enforce change control and ensure alignment with corporate finance cycles.
• Lead cost control processes across all capital projects, tracking approved budgets, managing cash flows and delivering variance and cost-to-complete estimates.
• Build, maintain and enhance interactive Power BI dashboards (utilising DAX and data modelling) to consolidate cost, schedule and risk insights.
• Assist procurement and commercial teams with tender reviews, cost validation exercises and business case preparation for governance boards.
• Drive continuous improvement across project control frameworks, tools and templates.

Skills

Project controls

PMO

Cost forecasting

Power BI

DAX

Data modelling

Primavera P6

MS Project

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Engineering degree

Construction management degree

Tools

Power BI

DAX

Power Query/M

Primavera P6

MS Project

Job description

Capex Project Controls Manager

Are you an experienced Project Controls or PMO Specialist looking to play a pivotal role in a multi-million-pound capital expansion programme? We are partnering with a leading major UK business to recruit a Capex Project Controls Manager. This high-visibility role will drive robust cost management, schedule tracking and forward-looking financial forecasting across complex capital infrastructure projects.

You will be instrumental in bridging the gap between project delivery, finance and senior leadership, responsible for designing and managing enterprise Power BI dashboards to guide board-level decision-making.

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitor performance against programmes, enforce change control and ensure alignment with corporate finance cycles.
• Lead cost control processes across all capital projects, tracking approved budgets, managing cash flows and delivering variance and cost-to-complete estimates.
• Build, maintain and enhance interactive Power BI dashboards (utilising DAX and data modelling) to consolidate cost, schedule and risk insights.
• Assist procurement and commercial teams with tender reviews, cost validation exercises and business case preparation for governance boards.
• Drive continuous improvement across project control frameworks, tools and templates.

Essential Skills & Experience:

• Proven track record in a Project/PMO Controls role, ideally within a capital-intensive infrastructure, transport or civil engineering environment.
• Deep understanding of capital project cost control, financial forecasting and variance reporting.
• Hands-on experience developing interactive Power BI reports (connecting data sources, writing DAX, data modelling, Power Query/M).
• Familiarity with project planning and monitoring tools such as Primavera P6 or MS Project.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to translate technical data into clear insights for board-level sponsors and non-technical teams.

Desirable Criteria:

• Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management or a related discipline.
• Professional certifications (APM, PMI, or equivalent project controls qualification).
• Knowledge of NEC contract frameworks and capital project lifecycle methodologies.

What's on Offer?

• Competitive Package: Base salary up to £70,000 depending on experience, plus attractive benefits.
• High-Impact Projects: Direct exposure to major capital infrastructure builds and long-term expansion programmes.
• Career Growth: Key leadership visibility within a fast-paced, highly regulated environment.