Project Controller

Leonardo UK Ltd; Easter Howgate; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defence electronics company in Edinburgh seeks a Project Controller to manage project schedules and deliver Project Controls. Responsibilities include maintaining schedules, applying project management techniques, and collaborating with stakeholders. Candidates should have practical experience and an APMG certification. This role offers hybrid working, generous leave, and extensive employee support.

Benefits

Generous leave with flexi-days

Pension scheme with employer contribution

Free mental health support

Bonus scheme for employees

Access to online courses

Financial rewards for referrals

Flexible benefits including healthcare

Hybrid working options

Qualifications

• Practical experience in project planning and controls.
• Ability to maintain multi-level project schedules.
• Experience in project execution phases.

Responsibilities

• Produce and maintain project schedules.
• Deliver Project Controls through consistent processes.
• Apply schedule risk analysis for project lifecycle.

Skills

Project Planning and Control principles

Earned Value

Work Breakdown Structure

Network Planning

Collaboration with internal stakeholders

Business knowledge for what-if scenarios

Ability to work independently

Education

APMG Project Controls Foundation and Practitioner Level Certification

Tools

SAP

Primavera

Job description

Job Description:

Project Controller

Your Impact:

We have a number of exciting opportunities available for Project Controls professionals, from those just embarking on their career through to the more experienced senior and principal planning practitioner roles. These roles offer hybrid working from our Edinburgh office.

Leonardo is a global leader in defence electronics and delivers mission critical systems for situational awareness, electronic warfare and surveillance across land, sea and air.

The Radar and Advanced Targeting line of business, based in Edinburgh, is uniquely positioned as one of the world's top manufacturers of radars, lasers and infra-red countermeasure systems.

Responsibilities:

• Work closely with the IPT Work Package Managers and Project Managers to produce and maintain fully resourced multi-level project schedules.
• Deliver Project Controls on Projects through the application of consistent processes, methods, governance and provision of guidance to the wider IPT in line with Leonardo processes.
• Own the Project Schedules - drive and promote optimal schedule quality and best practice management techniques including application of schedule risk analysis at all stages of the project lifecycle.
• Apply resource scheduling techniques to optimise schedules, identify and resolve conflicts.
• Provide Project Controls support to the establishment and management of activities in the bid phase to ensure best practice is followed, risks managed and schedules can transition to execution with minimal impact.
• Conduct what if analysis to drive decision making and risk mitigation.
• Apply Schedule Risk Analysis techniques including identification, methods of analysis and recommendations for project team on how to manage/ mitigate.
• Apply Project Controls metrics and measures (inc EV) and reports to IPT / PCM on the outcomes, alongside recommendations to address issues.
• Actively contribute to IPT and Business area Project reviews (PPRP, Schedule Reviews etc) through delivering the Project Controls inputs.
• Build and maintain good working relationships with all functions across applicable Projects in order to influence project activities.

What you'll bring:

• Practical and demonstrable experience of Project Planning and Control principles.
• Experience using techniques and procedures e.g. Earned Value, Work Breakdown Structure and Network Planning.
• Proficient on SAP/Primavera Tool for planning and project management elements or similar planning tool.
• Breadth of understanding in all parts of the project lifecycle and experience in Planning and Execution Phases.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with internal stakeholders, using data and analysis to support line of reasoning.
• Good level of business knowledge to perform what if scenarios.
• Ability to work independently within well defined procedures and require minimal supervision.
• Holds APMG Project Controls Foundation and Practitioner Level Certification or meets the criteria to undertake this training.

Security Clearance:
This role is subject to pre-employment screening in line with the UK Government’s Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). An additional range of Personnel Security Controls referred to as National Security Vetting (NSV) may apply, this could include meeting the eligibility requirements for The Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV).

Why join us:
At Leonardo, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a comprehensive, company-funded benefits package that supports your wellbeing, career development, and work–life balance.

• Time to Recharge: Enjoy generous leave with the opportunity to accrue up to 12 additional flexi-days each year.
• Secure your Future: Benefit from our award-winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution.
• Your Wellbeing Matters: Free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee-led networks championing inclusion and diversity.
• Rewarding Performance: All employees at management level and below are eligible for our bonus scheme.
• Never Stop Learning: Free access to 4,000+ online courses via Coursera and LinkedIn Learning.
• Refer a friend: Receive a financial reward through our referral programme.
• Tailored Perks: Spend up to £500 annually on flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech & lifestyle discounts, gym memberships and more.
• Flexible working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options.

Primary Location:
GB - Edinburgh

Contract Type:
Permanent

Hybrid Working:
Hybrid

Leonardo is a global leader in Aerospace, Defence, and Security. Headquartered in Italy, we employ over 53,000 people worldwide including 8,500 across 9 sites in the UK. Our employees are not just part of a team—they are key contributors to shaping innovation, advancing technology, and enhancing global safety.

At Leonardo we are committed to building an inclusive, accessible, and welcoming workplace. We believe that a diverse workforce sparks creativity, drives innovation, and leads to better outcomes for our people and our customers. If you have any accessibility requirements to support you during the recruitment process, just let us know.

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Equal Employment Opportunities:
Leonardo is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to providing a working environment that is free from discrimination, harassment, and bullying. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their background, culture, or personal characteristics.