DV Cleared Project Control Officer

Experis; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 76,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

Atkins is seeking a DV Cleared Project Control Officer (PCO) in Cheltenham/Manchester. The role involves coordinating between Project Management, Commercial, Financial, and Contract teams, supporting planning, scheduling, and reporting.

Expect 12+ month engagements with flexible 4–5 day weeks and on-site delivery in two locations. Candidates should have PMO experience, familiarity with PRINCE2/MSP/Agile, and strong Excel skills plus excellent communication.

Qualifications

• Experience in project delivery environments or PMO with knowledge of PRINCE2, MSP, or Agile methodologies.
• Proficiency in scheduling tools such as P6, Microsoft Project, or JIRA.
• Strong Excel skills and excellent communication and numeracy abilities.
• Ability to work independently, prioritise tasks, and demonstrate initiative.
• Good interpersonal skills, capable of engaging with diverse stakeholders.
• Flexibility to work from different locations and experience working with remote teams.
• Motivated by successful project delivery, organised and customer-focused.
• A passion for professional development and exceeding client expectations.

Responsibilities

• Act as the key link between Project Management, Commercial, Financial, and Contract teams to ensure cohesive project execution.
• Support project lifecycle activities, including planning, scheduling, monitoring, and reporting.
• Track project costs, produce financial reports, and assist with invoicing.
• Maintain project databases and spreadsheets, ensuring data accuracy.
• Support risk and issue management, and contribute to management reporting.
• Assist with commercial processes from pipeline management to final accounts.
• Prepare professional documentation and templates aligned with Atkins processes.
• Build strong relationships with clients and stakeholders, presenting project updates confidently.

Skills

Project delivery

PMO knowledge

PRINCE2

MSP

Agile methodologies

Scheduling tools

P6

Microsoft Project

JIRA

Excel

Communication

Numeracy

Independent working

Stakeholder management

Remote collaboration

Customer-focused

Professional development

Tools

P6

Microsoft Project

JIRA

Job description

DV Cleared Project Control Officer (PCO)

Location: Cheltenham/Manchester
Duration: 12 months with possible extension
Rate: Up to £470 per day via an approved umbrella company
Must be willing and eligible to go through the DV Clearance process

Our client, a leading organisation in the IT sector, is hiring for a reputable project control professional to support critical project delivery. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on a 12-month+ contract, on-site in Cheltenham/Manchester, with a flexible schedule of 4-5 days per week.

What you'll be doing:

• Act as the key link between Project Management, Commercial, Financial, and Contract teams to ensure cohesive project execution.
• Support project lifecycle activities, including planning, scheduling, monitoring, and reporting.
• Track project costs, produce financial reports, and assist with invoicing.
• Maintain project databases and spreadsheets, ensuring data accuracy.
• Support risk and issue management, and contribute to management reporting.
• Assist with commercial processes from pipeline management to final accounts.
• Prepare professional documentation and templates aligned with Atkins processes.
• Build strong relationships with clients and stakeholders, presenting project updates confidently.

What you'll bring:

• Experience in project delivery environments or PMO, with knowledge of frameworks like PRINCE2, MSP, or Agile methodologies.
• Proficiency in project scheduling tools such as P6, Microsoft Project, or JIRA.
• Strong Excel skills and excellent communication and numeracy abilities.
• Ability to work independently, prioritise tasks, and demonstrate initiative.
• Good interpersonal skills, capable of engaging with diverse stakeholders.
• Flexibility to work from different locations as needed and experience working with remote teams.
• Motivated by successful project delivery, organised, and customer-focused.
• A passion for professional development and exceeding client expectations.