Project Controller

Mane Contract Services; Stevenage; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in the UK defence industry is seeking Project Planners and Project Controllers to support the delivery of complex, high-value programmes. This role offers opportunities for career development in a collaborative environment. Ideal candidates will have experience in project planning, scheduling, and must possess strong communication skills. A competitive salary of £40,000-£48,000 with additional benefits such as bonuses and pension is offered.

Benefits

Annual company bonus up to £2,500

Up to 14% total employer and employee contribution

Paid overtime opportunities

Flexible working options

Excellent on-site facilities including subsidised meals

Up to 26 weeks enhanced parental leave

Qualifications

• Experience in project planning and scheduling.
• Proficient in project management tools.
• Ability to work independently and within teams.

Responsibilities

• Validating project health and identifying risks.
• Leading schedule generation and risk analysis.
• Contributing to bid team activities.

Skills

Project planning

Scheduling

Milestone management

Analyzing project performance data

Strong communication skills

Tools

SAP

Primavera

Oracle Unifier

ARM

Job description

Our client, a leading organisation within the UK defence industry, is experiencing significant growth across its Project Control function. As a result, we’re seeking enthusiastic and motivated Project Planners and Project Controllers to join their expanding team.

This is an exciting opportunity to develop your career in a collaborative, supportive and forward‑thinking environment, working on cutting‑edge projects that make a genuine difference.

What’s on Offer

• Salary : Circa £40,000-£48,000 (depending on experience)
• Bonus : Annual company bonus up to £2,500 (based on performance)
• Pension : Up to 14% total employer and employee contribution
• Overtime : Paid overtime opportunities
• Flexi Leave : Up to 15 additional days
• Flexible Working : Options available for suitable candidates
• Enhanced Parental Leave : Up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave
• Facilities : Excellent on‑site facilities including subsidised meals and free parking

The Role

As part of the growing Project Control function, you will play a key role in supporting the delivery of complex, high‑value programmes. Positions are available at various experience levels, offering progression opportunities for both developing and established professionals.

Responsibilities

• Validating project health and identifying risks and issues
• Ensuring accuracy and coherence of project schedules
• Leading integrated baseline schedule generation
• Supporting cost‑to‑go and EAC validation
• Managing schedule risk analysis (SRA)
• Contributing to bid team activities and new business efforts

What We’re Looking For

• Project planning, scheduling and milestone management
• Working with WBS, CBS and OBS structures
• Analysing project performance data (schedule, resource, cost)
• Performing SRA, critical path analysis or EVM
• Using project management tools such as SAP, ARM, Primavera or Oracle Unifier
• Managing baseline and change control processes
• Producing high‑quality project reports and influencing key stakeholders
• Strong communication skills, a proactive mindset and the ability to work both independently and within a multi‑disciplinary team are essential.

Desirable (not essential)

• Experience with EAC / FCAC reviews
• Exposure to risk and opportunity analysis or "what-if" planning
• Understanding of resource‑loaded schedules

Additional Information

Due to the nature of the work, applicants must be British Citizens or dual nationals with British citizenship and will be required to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) checks following an offer of employment.

Restrictions relating to nationality and rights to work may apply.