Graduate Project Controller (North West)

Amentum; Warrington; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering and consulting firm is offering a UK Graduate Programme commencing in September 2026. As a Project Controls Graduate, you will be engaged in project management tasks, including planning, scheduling, and cost control. Ideal candidates are recent graduates with a strong understanding of digital technologies, and those eager to advance their careers within a supportive environment. The role offers a range of benefits, including medical coverage and professional development support.

Benefits

Free single medical cover and digital GP service

Reimbursement towards professional development

Inclusive and diverse work environment

Focus on safety, health, and wellbeing

Qualifications

• Candidates should have completed their degree by summer 2026.
• Must have achieved a minimum 2:2 grade in their first degree.
• Not worked in a similar professional role since graduation.

Responsibilities

• Gather and analyze project data and information.
• Contribute to planning and scheduling processes.
• Assist in cost control and risk management.

Skills

Understanding of digital technologies

Flexibility as a self-starter

Adaptability to change

Willingness to learn

Education

Undergraduate or master's degree in a relevant subject

Job description

Job Summary

Project Control is the analytical process used to manage project time and cost, enabling informed decision-making, and ultimately project success. Working alongside Project Managers and Project Controls Managers, our Project Controls Graduates play a key role in the delivery of our service to our clients. You will be responsible for gathering, sorting, analysing and presenting a wide variety of information and project data and your responsibilities will include planning and scheduling; estimating; cost control; change control; risk management and document management. We apply modern science in new and different ways; and help to develop new, cleaner, safer, or more efficient means of producing and harnessing nuclear energy to help combat climate change.

Why Join Us?

Exciting Projects: Work with a diverse team of experts from across the UK and beyond to gain insights into our markets and clients. Comprehensive Training: Benefit from a structured development programme that covers everything from discipline-specific skills and professional registration to personal development. Mentorship: Receive guidance from seasoned professionals who are dedicated to helping you achieve your career goals. Career Progression: When you reach the end of the programme, it's just the beginning! You'll be supported to continue to develop your experience and capabilities to help progress your career and achieve professional registration. Supportive Community: Our hub-based model is focused in key locations, ensuring that you'll be part of a supportive early careers community with plenty of networking and experiential learning opportunities.

Who We Are Looking For

We are looking for candidates who have completed an undergraduate or master's degree level qualification in a relevant subject by summer 2026.

• Demonstrate a deep understanding of digital technologies and how they can be applied.
• A flexible self-starter, who is keen to drive your career forward.
• Adaptable to change, with a thirst for learning new things.
• Have the permanent right to work in the UK.
• Completed your first degree no earlier than the summer of 2024.
• Not worked in a similar professional role since graduation.
• Achieved a minimum 2:2 in your first degree.

Benefits

• Free single medical cover and digital GP service.
• Reimbursement towards relevant professional development and memberships.
• An inclusive and diverse work environment, embracing the variety of disciplines, cultures, backgrounds and lifestyles of our employees through our Employee Networks.
• A focus on safety, health, and wellbeing, prioritising our people through a supportive culture and positive mental health champion network.

Are you brimming with ambition and ready to make your mark in the professional world? Look no further! Our UK Graduate Programme is designed to catapult you into a thriving career, offering unparalleled opportunities for growth, learning, and success. Join Amentum in September 2026 and help us create a secure and vibrant future.

We want you to bring your whole, authentic self to work.