Project Controller

TN United Kingdom; Teddington; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Ein etabliertes Unternehmen sucht einen engagierten Projektcontroller, der Führungsqualitäten und Managementfähigkeiten einbringt, um eine Vielzahl von Projekten erfolgreich zu liefern. Sie werden Teil eines innovativen Teams, das sich auf die Verbesserung der Lebensqualität durch fortschrittliche Technologien konzentriert. Ihre Fähigkeiten in der Projektplanung und -kontrolle werden entscheidend sein, um sicherzustellen, dass alle Projekte effizient und effektiv durchgeführt werden. In dieser Rolle arbeiten Sie eng mit verschiedenen Stakeholdern zusammen und nutzen Ihre Kommunikationsfähigkeiten, um positive Ergebnisse zu erzielen. Wenn Sie eine Leidenschaft für Exzellenz und Teamarbeit haben, ist dies die perfekte Gelegenheit für Sie.

Qualifications

• Hochgradig kompetent in Projektmanagement-Techniken und deren Anwendung.
• Erfahrung im Umgang mit Risiken und Problemen innerhalb von Projekten.

Responsibilities

• Zusammenarbeit mit Projektmanagern zur Schätzung, Planung und Kontrolle von Projekten.
• Bereitstellung von Fortschrittsupdates und Empfehlungen zur Verbesserung.

Skills

Projektmanagement

Risikomanagement

Stakeholder-Management

Microsoft Office

Kommunikationsfähigkeiten

Education

Projektmanagement-Qualifikation oder Äquivalent

Tools

MS Project

Job description

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Do you want to be part of something amazing and have the opportunity to work on a broad range of projects of direct relevance to UK innovation and quality of life?

Put simply, we set the standards by which everything is measured. In doing so, the National Physical Laboratory (NPL) is helping to combat issues on a global scale such as climate change, curing diseases and the development of cutting-edge communications technology.

You will be part of NPL’s Portfolio Office, which provides PMO services across NPL to ensure all our projects are managed to the highest standard. The Portfolio Office continuously develops improvements across our project portfolio to help Project Managers deliver their projects effectively and efficiently.

Your project management skills and attention to detail will enable industry-leading scientists, engineers and analysts to work together to deliver unique projects using cutting edge technology. You are a specialist in planning, controls and estimating. You will work closely with senior stakeholders and exhibit excellent influencing skills to enable delivery. The successful candidate’s responsibilities will include:

1. Working with Project Managers, either as part of the project team, or when requested individually, to estimate, plan and control projects.
2. Responding proactively to PMs requests (Professional and Technical) for specific tasks, such as project planning, scheduling, critical path analysis, estimation, tracking, status reporting, risk and configuration management, etc.
3. Creating and delivering training to all Project Managers and wider staff in specialist knowledge areas.
4. Providing progress updates in accordance with governance frameworks, highlighting any risks and opportunities, and key variances as appropriate, and advising on recovery options if project delivery performance is not hitting targets.
5. Performing reviews on projects to inform if a project is ready to move to the next stage. Recommending actions to improve progress.
6. Providing specialist knowledge and skills to ensure NPL is seen as a leader in project management by our customers, partners, stakeholders, and staff.

About You

Role Summary

We are looking for a Project Controller who is committed to excellence and will provide leadership and management to ensure the successful delivery of a range of projects and contracts. Organized, business-savvy, with great communication skills, you’re a natural influencer who can manage projects positively. At NPL, we learn from each other, respect each other, and work together to do better for ourselves and our customers. We value simplicity and clarity in our processes.

Essential experience and abilities:

• Highly proficient in project controls management techniques and their application
• Managing risks and issues within projects/programmes/portfolios and communicating to multiple stakeholders across the business
• Excellent communication skills and stakeholder management
• Experience in developing and applying project management processes and tools, with a willingness to continually improve
• Proficiency in all aspects of Microsoft Office

Desirable experience and abilities:

• Experience managing high-complexity projects or programmes within a PMO environment, with a commitment to using established methodologies for successful delivery
• Experience working on projects involving multiple partners from industry, government, and academia, with multidisciplinary and technical scopes
• Proficiency in MS Project (training available)
• Project management qualification or equivalent (desirable)

Please note that applications will be reviewed and interviews conducted throughout the duration of this advert; the closing date may be moved forward. We encourage interested applicants to apply promptly.

Additional Information

We actively recruit candidates from all backgrounds. Due to the nature of some roles, nationality, residency, and security requirements may apply. You will be asked about this during the recruitment process.

About Us

The National Physical Laboratory (NPL) is a world-leading centre of excellence providing measurement science, engineering, and technology to underpin prosperity and quality of life in the UK.

NPL and DSIT are committed to diversity and equality of opportunity, welcoming applications from all backgrounds. We particularly encourage applications from women, disabled, Black, Asian, and minority ethnic candidates. Candidates who meet the minimum criteria will be guaranteed an interview under the Disability Confident Scheme.

We believe our success is driven by the diversity and talent of our people. We foster an environment of respect, support, and development, emphasizing work-life balance and employee well-being.