Project Controller

Pennon Group; West of England; Hybrid; GBP 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary based on experience

Annual bonus scheme

Pension scheme

Healthcare benefits

Professional development

Employee discounts

Generous annual leave

Job summary

South West Water, part of Pennon Group, is seeking a Project Controller to join the Strategic Resource Options Programme. The role focuses on monitoring cost, schedule, risk, and delivery, delivering accurate reporting and forecasting to support informed decisions.

You will work on a high-profile multi-million-pound capital programme with hybrid working from Exeter or Bristol, up to £60,000 per annum plus benefits. DBS check will be required.

Qualifications

• Experience in a Project Controls, Project Analyst, PMO, or similar project delivery role.
• Experience using Primavera P6, MS Project and Power BI.
• Strong understanding of project performance reporting, forecasting, and analysis.
• Experience working on a major infrastructure, engineering, construction projects, utilities, or major capital programmes.
• Advanced Excel skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to analyse complex data and present clear, insightful recommendations.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Desirable: water, energy, transport, or utilities sectors.
• Degree-level qualification or professional accreditation (APM, PMI or equivalent).

Responsibilities

• Provide meaningful analysis and reporting on project cost, schedule, risk and performance.
• Support project planning, forecasting, and budget management activities.
• Develop and maintain project dashboards, reports, and performance metrics.
• Identify trends, risks, issues, and opportunities, providing actionable insights to stakeholders.
• Support risk management and change control processes.
• Maintain accurate project controls data across systems and reporting platforms.
• Raise purchase orders, manage requisitions, and support financial processes.
• Support governance, assurance, and reporting requirements for senior leadership and stakeholders.
• Drive continuous improvement in reporting, controls, and data management processes.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Data analysis

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Education

Degree-level qualification

APM/ PMI accreditation

Tools

Primavera P6

Microsoft Project

Power BI

Excel

Job description

Controller to provide critical insight into project performance, enabling programme leadership to make informed decisions through accurate reporting, forecasting and analysis. This is a unique opportunity to become part of the Strategic Resource Option (SRO) team delivering a high-profile, multi-million-pound capital programme. As our Project Controller, you will play a pivotal role in monitoring programme performance across cost, schedule, risk and delivery, ensuring robust controls and providing the information needed to support effective decision-making and successful project outcomes.

Project Controller Join South West Water's Strategic Resource Options Programme Strategic Resource Options Programme Exeter HQ or Bristol HQ Hybrid working Full-time Up to £60,000 per annum plus an excellent benefits package (experience dependent)

Key Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities Provide meaningful analysis and reporting on project cost, schedule, risk and performance. Support project planning, forecasting, and budget management activities. Develop and maintain project dashboards, reports, and performance metrics. Identify trends, risks, issues, and opportunities, providing actionable insights to stakeholders. Support risk management and change control processes. Maintain accurate project controls data across systems and reporting platforms. Raise purchase orders, manage requisitions, and support financial processes. Support governance, assurance, and reporting requirements for senior leadership and stakeholders. Drive continuous improvement in reporting, controls, and data management processes.

What We're Looking For

Experience in a Project Controls, Project Analyst, PMO, or similar project delivery role. Experience using Primavera P6, Microsoft Project and Power BI. Strong understanding of project performance reporting, forecasting, and analysis. Experience working on a major infrastructure, engineering, construction projects, utilities, or major capital programmes. Advanced Excel skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications. Ability to analyse complex data and present clear, insightful recommendations. Strong stakeholder management and communication skills. Desirable: Experience within water, energy, transport, or utilities sectors. Understanding of NEC contracts and project governance frameworks. Degree-level qualification or professional accreditation (APM, PMI or equivalent).

What's In It For You?

At South West Water, we believe in rewarding our people for their hard work and dedication. As our Project Controller on the SRO programme, you'll enjoy:

• Competitive Salary - Based on experience and skills
• Annual Bonus Scheme - Rewarding your performance
• Pension Scheme - Helping you plan for your future
• Healthcare Benefits - Access to employee assistance programs
• Professional Development - Support for career growth with training opportunities
• Employee Discounts - On various products and services
• Generous Annual Leave - Take time to recharge with our holiday entitlement

Closing Date: 12th October 2026 We may close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications.

Please note that the successful candidate will be subject to a mandatory DBS check as part of the onboarding process.

Our core values, which are essential to our success, are:

• Be Rock Solid - Build trust and be trusted.
• Be the one we all look to and can depend on.
• Be You - We want you to bring your best everyday.
• Be yourself and make your mark in your individual way.
• Be the Future - Embrace change. Drive Progress. Own the challenge.

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Powered by Water, Driven by Purpose South West Water keeps the South West flowing with safe, reliable drinking water and wastewater services across some of the UK's most stunning landscapes. We're proud to be part of Pennon Group, a leader in the UK water sector, working towards a greener future. Our goals? As well as lowering our carbon footprint, we're working with partners to plant 300,000 trees, restore peatlands and supporting farmers and landowners to improve water quality and wildlife. Whether you're starting out or seeking a new challenge, our scale and ambition create opportunities for you to shape your own career.