DV Cleared Project Control Officer

Experis - ManpowerGroup; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

Atkins is seeking a DV Cleared Project Control Officer to join our delivery teams in Cheltenham/Manchester. This 12-month contract role requires strong PMO experience and proficiency with scheduling tools, Excel, and stakeholder engagement.

The position supports project planning, cost tracking, and reporting from on-site locations with some flexibility. You will act as the link between PMO, Commercial, Finance and Contract teams, ensuring cohesive project execution and timely updates to

Qualifications

• Experience in project delivery environments or PMO using structured governance.
• Knowledge of PRINCE2, MSP or Agile frameworks.
• Strong scheduling and progress-tracking capabilities.
• Advanced Excel skills and data-driven reporting.
• Excellent communication and numeracy abilities.

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 relationships with clients and stakeholders, presenting project updates confidently.

Skills

PMO experience

PRINCE2

MSP

Agile methodologies

Excel

Communication

Numeracy

Independent working

Stakeholder engagement

Remote collaboration

Tools

Primavera 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.