Project Control Specialist

JR United Kingdom; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative organization is seeking Project Controls Professionals to drive planning and cost control on critical engineering projects. This exciting role involves collaborating with senior stakeholders and cross-functional teams to ensure project success. You will manage project schedules, lead cost control activities, and analyze performance data to support strategic decisions. With hybrid working arrangements and a commitment to professional development, this is a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact in a supportive and inclusive environment.

Benefits

Annual bonus

Personalized career development

Extensive training opportunities

Supportive work environment

Inclusive company culture

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a project controls environment with a solid understanding of planning and cost management.
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret financial and scheduling data.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage detailed project schedules, ensuring accurate forecasting and performance tracking.
• Lead cost control activities, including budget management and financial reporting.

Skills

Project Controls

Cost Management

Planning

Analytical Skills

Stakeholder Management

Tools

Primavera P6

Microsoft Project

Job description

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Salary: £50,000 – £65,000, plus excellent benefits and annual bonus

Hybrid working: 2-3 days per week on-site

About the Role

Join a growing organisation where your expertise will shape the future of critical engineering projects. We’re looking for Project Controls Professionals to drive planning, cost control, and performance analysis on major programmes.

This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking team, collaborating with senior stakeholders and cross-functional teams to ensure the success of complex initiatives. You will contribute directly to the execution and delivery of projects, making a real impact within an innovative environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and manage detailed project schedules, ensuring accurate forecasting and performance tracking.
• Lead cost control activities, including budget management, financial reporting, and cost variance analysis.
• Analyse project performance data to support strategic decision-making and continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, commercial and finance teams to align objectives and ensure project success.
• Utilise cost estimation and earned value management (EVM) techniques to ensure the financial health of the project.

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience in a project controls environment with a solid understanding of planning and cost management.
• Familiarity with industry-standard project management tools such as Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project.
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret financial and scheduling data.
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills, with the confidence to influence across functions and levels.
• British nationality.

What You’ll Gain

• A competitive salary of £50,000 – £65,000, plus an excellent benefits package including annual bonus.
• Hybrid working arrangements, with 2-3 days per week on-site to maintain work-life balance.
• Personalised career development and extensive training opportunities to support your professional growth.
• A supportive, inclusive, and forward-thinking work environment where your contribution is valued.
• Join a company that is continuously growing and strongly committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI).

Ready to Make an Impact?

If you're a Project Controls professional with a passion for engineering projects, we want to hear from you. Take the next step in your career and be part of a dynamic and innovative team.