Project Control Engineer

First Recruitment Group; Talacre; Híbrido; GBP 45.000 - 60.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A recruitment agency is seeking a Project Control Engineer for a 12-month PAYE contract in Talacre, North Wales. This hybrid role involves overseeing project controls functions, supporting the Package Manager, and preparing reports on contractor performance. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of relevant experience in the Oil & Gas sector and strong communication skills in English.

Formación

• Minimum 5 years in project execution or controls.
• Experience in Oil & Gas preferred.
• Proficient in project controls tools and principles.

Responsabilidades

• Support the Package Manager in project controls.
• Attend contractor meetings and perform site visits.
• Prepare progress reports including updates and forecasts.
• Monitor contractual compliance and project procedures.

Conocimientos

Project controls tools knowledge

Excellent written and verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Ability to maintain professional relationships

Flexible and adaptable

Educación

Strong command of English

Herramientas

Primavera P6

SharePoint

Descripción del empleo

Overview

NEW Job Opportunity - Project Control Engineer - 12 Month PAYE Contract. Our Client has a requirement for a Project Control Engineer, who will work on a contract basis in Talacre, North Wales. Hybrid: 8 days working from home per month. Contract: Initially 12 months but up to 3 years of work.

Purpose

Support the Package Manager in overseeing contractor performance and assist the Project Control Department with the preparation and updating of package/contract schedules and reporting activities.

Responsibilities

• Support the Package Manager (PM) in managing the project controls function for assigned work package(s).
• Attend meetings with contractors and perform site visits.
• Maintain and update the package control schedule and support the Project Control Department in integrating it into the integrated LBCCS schedule.
• Provide the PM and Project Control Department with progress reports, including schedule updates, KPIs, forecasts to complete, variance analysis, and recommendations for improvement.
• Monitor and ensure compliance with contractual obligations and project procedures.
• Verify contractor progress and applications for payment.
• Assist the package team in developing action plans to avoid cost and schedule overruns, including value engineering initiatives.
• Review and challenge forecast trend analyses for package schedules and costs.
• Analyze project deliverable status and evaluate forecast man-hours to complete.
• Review forecasts with the Project Manager and Engineering Leadership Team.
• Monitor and report on project performance, presenting results to the package team.
• Prepare progress analysis reports for projects in development and execution phases.
• Manage and maintain the project lessons-learned database.
• Maintain detailed change management records and support the Work Package Manager (WPM) in evaluating change orders.
• Support the WPM in monitoring progress on permitting activities.

Interfaces (Relationships)

Internal:

• Work Package Team
• Project Control Department
• HSE

External:

• Contractors
• Local Authorities

Education & Professional Qualifications

• Strong command of English (written and spoken).

Required Experience and Technical Competencies

• Working knowledge of project controls tools and principles.
• Relevant planning experience in the Oil & Gas industry, preferably with operating companies.
• Proficiency in Primavera P6.
• Experience with SharePoint; familiarity with client tools (e.g., Assai, Xflow) is a plus.
• Good understanding of the challenges and opportunities in transitioning from oil and gas to a low-carbon future.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills (English mandatory; additional languages an advantage).
• Minimum 5 years of experience in project execution or project controls.
• Proactive in gathering required information.
• Demonstrates Eni’s Model of Excellence: Human Focus (Thought, Action, Relationship, Person).
• Flexible and adaptable.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; able to maintain professional relationships and adhere to appropriate ethics and protocols.
• Effective team player.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Contract

Job function

• Industry: Oil and Gas