P3M Specialist Manager - Project Controls - Submarines

Rolls-Royce plc; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Rolls-Royce plc in Derby is seeking a P3M Specialist Manager for Project Controls to lead and shape the specialist function within the Submarines business. You will drive earned value management, set standards, and develop capabilities across project teams.

The role requires senior leadership, broad project management experience, and the ability to coach others while delivering results in a highly controlled, security-conscious environment.

Qualifications

• Recognised as an expert in project controls.
• Degree level or equivalent industry experience.
• Specialist experience in earned value management.
• Able to communicate and articulate the specialism clearly.
• Exposure to wider project management processes.
• Ideal EVM Practitioner qualification.
• APM PM qualification or equivalent knowledge.
• Member of a professional body (MAPM/FAPM) and working towards ChPP.
• 7+ years in management of projects/programmes in the specialist area.
• Strong people management and coaching abilities.
• Experience setting up and managing multi-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all aspects within functional strategy relating to project controls.
• Escalate and manage capabilities and training gaps for project controls.
• Lead development of project controls processes, tools and training.
• Proactively improve supporting processes and performance of project controls.
• Coach and develop others in project controls with expert guidance.
• Lead, coach and manage a team of staff if required.
• Promote the culture and professionalism of project management specialism.

Skills

Project controls

Earned value management

Leadership

Communication

Coaching

Multi-functional teams

Education

Degree level or equivalent industry experience

Tools

EVM tools

Job description

Job Title: P3M Specialist Manager - Project Controls - Submarines

Location: Derby

Working Pattern: Full Time / Permanent

Position Summary

We have an exciting opportunity for a P3M Specialist Manager - Project Controls to join our Submarine Business in Raynesway Derby. At Rolls-Royce, innovation is in our DNA. We pioneer integrated power and propulsion solutions across multiple markets. We embrace the power of data and technology and we aim to be Digital First in everything we do. Our nuclear business is a leader in propulsion system design and development for the Royal Navy’s nuclear submarine fleet and the sole provider and technical authority, managing all aspects of plant design, safety, manufacture, performance and through-life support.

What you will be doing

Being an authority in relation to a project controls and maintaining that status by continuing professional development and networking with like professionals across Rolls-Royce plc, within wider industry and within professional bodies. Represent Rolls-Royce on behalf of the specialism within wider industry and professional bodies. Lead and manage all aspects within functional strategy relating to project controls. Escalate and manage the capabilities, competencies and training gaps needed by the wider project management community to support project controls. Lead development of the project controls with regards to processes, tools and training Proactive improvement of supporting processes and performance of project controls in line with company management processes. Coach and develop others in the wider business where appropriate in project controls including providing expert guidance and authoritative leadership to small teams, developing specialists in this field. Lead, coach and manage a team of staff (if required as part of role.) Ensuring all team members have clearly defined roles and responsibilities and support the team in planning/prioritisation of activities. Promote the general culture and professionalism of project management specialism throughout the Business.

Position Qualifications

At Rolls-Royce we put safety first, do the right thing, keep it simple and make a difference. These principles form the behaviours that guide us and are an essential component of our assessment process. They are the fundamental qualities that we seek for all roles and for this role we are looking for someone with Is recognised as an expert in project controls. Qualified to degree level or equivalent industry experience. Specialist functional/technical experience in earned value management - using appropriate tools/systems. Able to communicate and articulate specialism in an easy and understandable manner. Exposure to wider project management processes and understanding of how the specialism influences and is integrated to the project / programme / portfolio. Can clearly demonstrate previous experience of their specialism and how it has influenced project outcome/delivery. Ideally attained relevant specialist qualification i.e. EVM Practitioner. Attained APM Project Management Qualification or can demonstrate equivalent PM knowledge. Ideally a member of a professional body i.e. Association of Project Management MAPM / FAPM and working towards a Chartered Qualification i.e. ChPP. Ideally at least 7 years experience in the management of projects / programmes with majority of years experience in specific specialism. Strong people management and interpersonal skills, including experience in providing structured coaching and personal development of others. Experience of setting up and managing multi-functional teams.

Our vision is to ensure that the excellence and ingenuity that shaped our history continues into our future. Our multi-year transformation programme aims to turn Rolls-Royce into a high-performing, competitive, resilient and growing company. Join us, and it can be your future vision too. Rolls-Royce is committed to being a respectful, inclusive, and non-discriminatory workplace where individuality is valued, diverse perspectives fuel innovation, and everyone can thrive. Please be aware that priority will be given to employees identified as being at high risk. This job is advertised at the grades shown, and this is the desired operating level for this role. We encourage applications from candidates with relevant experience from any grade. It is advised that you inform your current manager of your application for this role. To work for Rolls-Royce Submarines you need to hold a Security Check (SC) clearance without any caveats to that clearance. Rolls-Royce will support the application for Security Clearance if you don’t currently already have this in place. Due to the nature of work the business conducts and the protection of certain assets, you must hold a UK nationality. Any dual nationals will require additional scrutiny and background checks prior to commencing work with RRSL.

Closing Date

26th September 2026

Contact

People Leader: David Belshaw Grade: Level C For further information, please contact: Gauri Sood Job Category Project Management Posting Date 11 Sept 2026; 00:09 Posting End Date 25 Sept 2026

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