Project Controller

Rolls-Royce plc; Winsford; Hybrid; GBP 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Rolls-Royce plc in Winsford is seeking a Project Controller to support the project manager by keeping plans organised, tracked and reported.

You will maintain schedules, manage budgets, prepare dashboards and ensure governance, with strong Excel skills and data/cost awareness.

Qualifications

• Degree level qualification or equivalent industry qualification.
• At least 1 year experience in a relevant discipline, preferably on project work.
• Working towards APMP/PMI qualification or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Scheduling & tracking: Maintain project plans, timelines, and milestone trackers.
• Budget & cost control: Track actuals vs forecast, report variances, support financial reporting.
• Reporting: Prepare project dashboards, status reports, risk logs, and presentations for management.
• Governance: Ensure processes, standards, and documentation are followed.
• Team support: Organise meetings, take minutes, manage action logs, follow up on dependencies.
• Data accuracy: Keep systems (MS Project, OPC, or SAP) updated.

Skills

Strong organisational skills

Strong communication skills

Data awareness

Cost awareness

Education

Degree-level qualification

APMP/PMI qualification in progress

Tools

MS Project

OPC

SAP

Job description

Job Description Project Controller Pattern: Full-Time Hybrid Working Location: Winsford

Job Description At Rolls-Royce we are proud to be a business that has truly helped to shape the modern world and are committed to always being a force for progress; powering, protecting and connecting people everywhere.

By joining Rolls-Royce, you'll have the opportunity to work on world-class solutions, supported by a culture that believes individuality is our greatest strength, and all perspectives, experiences and backgrounds help us innovate and enable our high-performance culture.

As the Project Controller you will support the project manager and the team by keeping everything organised, tracked and reported.

What you will be doing:

• Scheduling & tracking: Maintain project plans, timelines, and milestone trackers.
• Budget & cost control (Controller role more finance-oriented): Track actuals vs forecast, report variances, support financial reporting.
• Reporting: Prepare project dashboards, status reports, risk logs, and presentations for management.
• Governance: Ensure processes, standards, and documentation are followed.
• Team support: Organise meetings, take minutes, manage action logs, follow up on dependencies.
• Data accuracy: Keep systems (like MS Project, OPC, or SAP) updated.

Position Qualifications

Degree level qualification or equivalent industry qualification At least 1 year experience in a relevant discipline, preferably on project work. Working towards APMP/PMI qualification or equivalent

Preferred requirements:

• Understanding of Project lifecycles
• Solid Excel Skills
• Strong organisational & Communication skills
• Data & Cost Awareness

Power Systems is the Rolls-Royce business which provides world-class power solutions and complete life-cycle support under our product and solution brand mtu. Through digitalisation and electrification, we strive to develop drive and power generation solutions that provide answers to the challenges posed by the rapidly growing societal demands for energy and mobility. We deliver and service comprehensive, powerful and reliable systems, based on both gas and diesel engines, as well as electrified hybrid systems. These technologically advanced solutions serve our customers in the marine and infrastructure sectors worldwide.

Our vision is to ensure that the excellence and ingenuity that shaped our history continues into our future. Our multi-year transformation programme aims to turn Rolls-Royce into a high-performing, competitive, resilient and growing company. Join us, and it can be your future vision too. Rolls-Royce are committed to being a respectful, inclusive, and non-discriminatory workplace where individuality is valued, diverse perspectives fuel innovation, and everyone can thrive.

As part of our selection process, candidates in certain locations may be asked to complete an online assessment, which can include cognitive and behavioural aptitude testing relevant to the role. If required, full instructions for the next steps will be provided.

Type of Contract Permanent

At the heart of our business is the unrivalled dedication and technical expertise of our people. To support them we provide an environment of caring and belonging where everyone is themselves and supports each other. Discover how you can contribute your unique skills to our dynamic team.

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