Programme Controller

QinetiQ Group plc; Boscombe; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in the UK is seeking a Programme Controller to ensure the successful delivery of large complex programmes. You will lead a team of project controllers, provide assurance on project delivery, and work closely with stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have experience in project controls within complex environments, strong leadership skills, and a relevant degree. This role offers a hybrid working model and competitive benefits including a matched pension scheme and generous holiday allowance.

Benefits

Matched contribution pension scheme

Generous holiday allowance

Health Cash Plan

Private Medical Insurance

Employee discount portal

Qualifications

• Proven experience in programme or project controls within complex delivery environments.
• Experience working within Integrated Delivery Teams (IDTs).
• Confidence delivering controls on large programmes or portfolios £100m+.

Responsibilities

• Leading programme controls delivery across Integrated Delivery Teams (IDTs).
• Line-managing and developing a team of 5-8 project controllers.
• Providing oversight and assurance on large, complex programmes.

Skills

Programme controls experience

Team leadership

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Ability to manage ambiguity

Education

Relevant degree or equivalent professional experience

Job description

Overview

As a Programme Controller, you will play a critical role in enabling the successful delivery of large, complex programmes by leading teams and embedding strong programme controls across Integrated Delivery Teams (IDTs). Day‑to‑day, you'll lead and support project controllers across multiple sites, work closely with IDT leads, provide assurance on delivery performance, and help shape and embed new ways of working across programmes and portfolios. You will also support IDTs managing portfolios or programmes of £100m+, ensuring delivery remains on track and controls are applied consistently across complex projects. Your responsibilities will include:

Responsibilities

• Leading programme controls delivery across Integrated Delivery Teams (IDTs)
• Line‑managing and developing a team of 5‑8 project controllers
• Providing oversight and assurance on large, complex programmes and portfolios
• Working closely with senior stakeholders to support delivery and decision‑making
• Acting as a change agent to embed new tools, processes ways of working

Qualifications

• Proven experience in programme or project controls within complex delivery environments
• Experience working within Integrated Delivery Teams (IDTs)
• Line management and performance management experience
• Confidence delivering controls on large programmes or portfolios £100m+
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
• Ability to operate effectively in ambiguous and fast‑changing environments
• Relevant degree or equivalent professional experience
• Strong practical background in programme or project controls

We value difference and we don't have a fixed idea when it comes to background or education, provided you can show the required level of experience and willingness to learn then we would like to hear from you. This role is 37 hours per week based at Boscombe Down. Hybrid working patterns are available. Travel to other QinetiQ and customer sites will be expected.

Why Join QinetiQ?

At QinetiQ, we’re not just imagining tomorrow we are creating it. From cutting‑edge defence technology to ground‑breaking innovations, our mission is to empower and protect lives. Join us as a Programme Controller at our Boscombe Down site in Wiltshire, where you will have the opportunity to work with cutting‑edge technology in partnership with some of the most brilliant minds. MOD Boscombe Down is a unique operational site featuring the longest military runway in the UK, primarily focusing on providing testing, evaluation and support services for aviation and aerospace systems. Renowned for its extensive flight testing capabilities, the site plays a vital role in the UK’s aviation defence, contributing to the development, testing and airworthiness of military aircraft that enhance operational readiness and effectiveness.

Benefits

• Matched contribution pension scheme, with life assurance
• Generous holiday allowance, with the option to purchase additional days
• Options to join Health Cash Plan, Private Medical Insurance and Dental Insurance
• Employee discount portal: Personal Accident Insurance, Travel Insurance, Restaurants, Cinema Tickets and much more
• We are proud to support the Armed Forces community by honouring the Armed Forces Covenant and maintaining our Gold Award standard in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme
• Volunteering Opportunities – helping charities and local community

Recruitment Process

We want to make sure that our recruitment process is as inclusive as possible and we aspire to bring out the best in our candidates by creating an environment where everyone feels valued, heard and supported. If you have a disability or health condition that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Many roles in QinetiQ are subject to national security vetting; applicants who already hold the appropriate level of vetting may be able to transfer it upon appointment. A number of roles are also subject to additional restrictions, which means factors such as nationality or previous nationalities may affect the roles that you can be employed in. All applicants for this role must be eligible for SC clearance, as a minimum.