Project Controller

MBDA; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defence organisation in Bolton is seeking a Project Controller to join their team. The ideal candidate will have experience in project planning and performance analysis, with strong communication skills to foster collaboration. This role offers a hybrid working model and various employee benefits, including flexible working arrangements and an enhanced parental leave policy.

Benefits

Pension contribution up to 14%

Paid overtime opportunities

Up to 15 additional flexi leave days

Subsidized meals

Free car parking

Qualifications

• Experience in project planning and analysis.
• Ability to create project structures.
• Strong communication and collaborative skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain planning documentation.
• Analyze project performance data.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.

Skills

Planning experience

Project structures (WBS/CBS/OBS)

Project performance data analysis

Critical Path Analysis

Root cause determination

Baseline Management

Project control reporting

Influence and teamwork

Clear communication

Task prioritisation

Tools

SAP

Primavera

Oracle Unifier

Job description

Job Title: Project Controller

Salary: Circa £40,000 - £64,000

Location: Bolton

Dynamic (hybrid) working: 2-3 days per week on-site due to workload classification

Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship

Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team.

What we can offer you:

• Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14%
• Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime
• Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days
• Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements
• Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments
• Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more

The opportunity:

With the recent growth across our Project Control function, we have opportunities for enthusiastic and motivated Project Planners and Project Controllers to join our team, where you will have an opportunity to grow your skills and develop your career within a collaborative and encouraging environment.

What we're looking for from you:

• Varying levels of planning experience - ranging from detailed planning to summary level milestone delivery plans.
• Capability in creating and maintaining project structures (WBS/CBS/OBS)
• Experience in generating and analysing project performance data (schedule, resource, and cost).
• Ability to perform and analyse SRA/Critical Path Analysis/EVM
• Motivation to determine root cause and identify corrective action
• Knowledge of Baseline Management and Change Control
• Accountability of project data - owning the quality of the project control reporting suite
• Ability to influence, work independently and be part of an integrated multi-functional team
• Clear communication skills and the ability to foster collaborative working relationships with colleagues at all levels
• Ability to prioritise workload and manage conflicting demands
• Whilst not essential, it would be beneficial if you have the following:
• Experience of Project Management Toolsets (SAP/ARM/Primavera/Oracle Unifier)
• Understanding and involvement in Project Estimate at Completion/Forecast Cost at Completion reviews.
• Risk & Opportunities / What- If analysis
• Understanding of resource loaded schedules

Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given

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