Project Controller / Project Scheduler - Manchester

MIGSO-PCUBED; Manchester; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Project Controller to ensure the scheduling, financial health, and overall performance of projects. In this dynamic role, you will manage timelines, monitor progress, and identify risks while utilizing advanced project management tools. The company fosters a diverse and inclusive culture, providing extensive learning opportunities and personalized career coaching. Join a fast-growing organization that values its people and offers exciting benefits, including private medical insurance and discounted gym memberships. If you are passionate about making an impact and advancing your career, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive Learning & Development

Personalised Career Coaching

APM Qualifications Support

Private Medical Insurance

RIDE2WORK Scheme

Exciting Company Events

Discounted Gym Membership

Retail Discounts

Qualifications

• Experience in project scheduling, planning, cost control, and risk management.
• Proficiency in project management tools and ability to manage multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Ensure project activities are scheduled realistically and monitor critical paths.
• Monitor project progress and develop key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Identify financial, scheduling, and resource-related risks.

Skills

Project Scheduling

Cost Control

Risk Management

Interpersonal Skills

Stakeholder Management

Multi-project Management

Education

APM Qualifications (PMQ, PPQ)

PRINCE2 Certification

PMP Certification

Tools

ERP

Primavera

MS Project

Job description

Department: Project Controls

Location: Manchester

Description

At MIGSO-PCUBED, we believe great ideas come from everywhere. We pride ourselves on fostering a diverse community, which strengthens our ability to support clients. As a fast-growing organization, we value our people as our greatest asset and are committed to providing extensive learning and development opportunities to empower their growth alongside our ambitious goals.

We aim to create a culture where everyone is valued, inclusiveness is instinctive, and EDI is central to our values. With passion, we raise awareness, foster open dialogue, and empower everyone to contribute.

Key Responsibilities

As a Project Controller, you will play a critical role in ensuring the scheduling, financial health, and overall performance of a project. Our offices are based in Manchester, but we work with clients across the Northwest.

Key responsibilities include:

1. Schedule Management - Timeline Oversight: Ensure project activities are scheduled realistically and adjusted as needed while monitoring critical paths and dependencies to avoid delays.
2. Performance Reporting - Progress Tracking: Monitor project progress and milestones to ensure timelines are met. Developing and reporting key performance indicators (KPIs) to stakeholders.
3. Risk Management – Identify Risks: Work with the project team to identify financial, scheduling, and resource-related risks.
4. Financial Management and Cost Control: Budgeting, Forecasting and Cost Monitoring.
5. Tools and Systems Management - System Utilisation: Manage and optimise the use of project management tools (e.g., ERP, Primavera, MS Project).

Globally, our clients are as diverse as they are influential so working in our company means making an impact on some of the largest and most interesting companies in the world.

Skills, Knowledge and Experience

The successful candidate will have a combination of the below attributes – this is not a checklist:

• Experience in Project Scheduling, Planning, Cost Control and Risk Management.
• Interpersonal and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in Project Management tools (e.g., ERP, Primavera, MS Project).
• A relevant qualification such as from APM (PMQ, PPQ), PRINCE2 or PMP would be of benefit.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• Willingness to travel as required.

Our Key Benefits

• Comprehensive Learning & Development: Access to customised programs designed to support your professional growth and skill enhancement.
• Personalised Career Coaching: Receive one-on-one guidance to help you navigate and advance your career path.
• APM Qualifications: Gain industry-recognised project management certifications with full support from our training programs.
• Private Medical Insurance: Enjoy comprehensive coverage that includes optical, dental, and hearing care for you and your family.
• RIDE2WORK Scheme: Save on commuting costs and promote a healthier lifestyle with our cycle-to-work initiative.
• Exciting Company Events: Participate in exclusive events across the UK, fostering team spirit and networking opportunities.
• Discounted Gym Membership: Stay active and healthy with access to discounted gym memberships.
• Retail Discounts: Take advantage of exclusive offers from a wide range of top retail stores.

MIGSO-PCUBED is an equal opportunities employer and seeks to employ a workforce which reflects the diverse community at large.

Please note that MIGSO-PCUBED:

• Does not extend unsolicited employment offers; offers are only extended after a thorough interview process.
• Does not charge (including through its external recruitment agency partners) prospective employees in any country any fees during the recruitment process.
• Will only contact you by email using an "migso-pcubed.com" domain.