Project Controller / Project Scheduler - Manchester - SC Cleared / Eligible

Migso--pcubed-1; Manchester; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Learning & Development

Personalised Career Coaching

APM Qualifications

Private Medical Insurance

RIDE2WORK Scheme

Exciting Company Events

Discounted Gym Membership

Retail Discounts

Job summary

MIGSO-PCUBED in Manchester is hiring a Project Controller / Project Scheduler (SC Cleared or eligible) to oversee scheduling, financial health and overall project performance within our Project Controls team serving clients across the Northwest. You will manage timelines, monitor critical paths, produce KPIs, identify risks, and collaborate with stakeholders to keep projects on track.

Proficiency in ERP, Primavera, and MS Project is expected; some travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Experience in project scheduling, planning, cost control and risk management.
• Interpersonal and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in ERP, Primavera, MS Project.
• APM PMQ/PPQ or PRINCE2/PMP qualification preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to travel as required.

Responsibilities

• Schedule Management: Ensure activities are scheduled realistically and monitor critical paths to avoid delays.
• Performance Reporting: Track milestones and develop KPIs for stakeholders.
• Risk Management: Identify financial, scheduling, and resource risks with the team.
• Financial Management and Cost Control: Budgeting, forecasting and cost monitoring.
• Tools and Systems Management: Use ERP, Primavera, and MS Project effectively.

Skills

Project scheduling

Planning

Cost control

Risk management

Stakeholder management

Travel willingness

Education

APM (PMQ/PPQ)

PRINCE2 or PMP

Tools

ERP

Primavera

MS Project

Job description

Project Controller / Project Scheduler - Manchester - SC Cleared / Eligible

Department: Project Controls

Employment Type: Permanent

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,

Schedule Management - Timeline Oversight: Ensure project activities are scheduled realistically and adjusted as needed while monitoring critical paths and dependencies to avoid delays.

Performance Reporting - Progress Tracking: Monitor project progress and milestones to ensure timelines are met. Developing and reporting key performance indicators (KPIs) to stakeholders.

Risk Management – Identify Risks: Work with the project team to identify financial, scheduling, and resource-related risks.

Financial Management and Cost Control – Budgeting, Forecasting and Cost Monitoring

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 check list:

• 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.