Project Controls Associate

Transmission Investment Services Limited; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading investment services firm in London seeks a Project Controls Associate to manage project schedules, risks, and budgets for major capital projects. The ideal candidate will have a degree in a relevant field and experience in a PMO environment. This role offers a supportive culture with significant employee benefits, including a generous pension scheme and flexible working options.

Benefits

Generous Pension scheme

Private health insurance

Flexible working policy

25 days annual leave plus public holidays

Participation in annual performance bonus scheme

Qualifications

• Ideally 3 years of previous experience in a PMO / Project Controls office in the energy sector.
• Experience working within major capital project environments.
• Good understanding of project schedules, risk registers, budgets, and document control.

Responsibilities

• Support the management of project schedules and identify variances.
• Assist in project risk management and evidencing on risk registers.
• Manage project documents and maintain EDMS software.
• Support the management of project budgets and cash calls.
• Perform ad hoc analysis and monthly project reporting.

Skills

Numerical and analytical skills

Written and interpersonal communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Self-motivated

Organisational skills

Education

Degree in engineering, quantity surveying, business, or related field

APM qualification preferred

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Projects

MS Excel

MS Word

MS PowerPoint

Job description

Job Description

Join us as Project Controls Associate, a key member of the Delivery team responsible for supporting

management and delivery of project schedule, risk, budget and document management for major capital

projects within the Company.

About Transmission Investment

Founded in 2011, Transmission Investment manages one of the largest offshore electricity transmission portfolios globally, connecting over 4,000MW of offshore wind from eleven GB wind farms and a grid stability synchronous compensator at Blackhillock, Scotland. We are also developing the 700MW interconnector (LirIC) between Northern Ireland and Scotland, a 1250MW interconnector to France and preparing to participate in the tender processes for onshore transmission projects as the company continues to build a significant portfolio of power assets. In 2025, Transmission Investment was acquired by TAQA, one of the largest listed integrated utility companies in Europe, the Middle East and Africa (ADX : TAQA), as part of its international growth strategy while contributing to the UK’s 2050 Net Zero programme and TAQA’s wider sustainability ambitions

Our team now numbers 50+ professionals with deep experience in development, engineering, commercial strategy, project finance, asset management and regulation. We combine technical excellence with a pragmatic, delivery-focused mindset – all within a friendly, collaborative culture.

Why Join Us

At Transmission Investment, we pride ourselves on our positive and friendly culture, fostering a can-do attitude and dedication throughout the team. Employee wellbeing is at the heart of our business, and we offer numerous benefits to support and development our people. We invest continuously in employee training and development and are rated ‘Silver’ by Investor in People.

Join our team and be part of a company that values your growth and wellbeing!

Your Role

• Schedule management : Support the management of project schedules for actual progress, latest forecasts and identifying key variances and recommending mitigating actions in accordance with applicable PMO processes and procedures
• Risk management : Support the management of project risks, evidencing the same on risk registers and devising contingency provisions based on Monte Carlo analysis in accordance with applicable PMO processes and procedures
• Document control : Support the management of project documents and maintenance of associated EDMS software in accordance with applicable PMO processes and procedures
• Budget control : Support the management of project budgets, actuals and forecasts and associated cash calls in accordance with applicable PMO processes and procedures
• Reporting and analysis : Support ad hoc analysis and monthly project reporting ensuring accurate information is readily available to key stakeholders on all PMO / project controls disciplines.

We're Looking For

Our Company Core Values

• We are EXCELLENT at what we do
• We are COMMITTED and ensure we deliver
• We are CHALLENGING of the status quo
• We are SUPPORTIVE of each other

Education, Work Experience & Qualifications

• Ideally 3 years of previous experience in working within a PMO / Project Controls office in the energy sector or similar field
• Degree qualified in engineering, quantity surveying, business or related field APM qualification preferred
• Experience working within major capital project environment and good understanding of project schedules, risk registers, budgets and document control.
• Experience of using Primavera P6 and / or MS Projects, risk and document management system(s) desired.
• Good technical understanding of energy-related project scopes

Skills & Attributes

• Excellent numerical and analytical skills
• Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision
• Able to handle sensitive and confidential information
• Ability to present complex information in a simple way
• An eye for detail and ability to work well under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• Excellent communication skills
• Excellent organisational skills
• High level of competence in MS Excel, Word and PowerPoint

Your Company Benefits

• Generous Pension via salary sacrifice – 10% employer with no required employee contribution
• Generous maternity, paternity and adoption policies
• Private health insurance
• Mature flexible and hybrid working policy
• 25 days annual leave plus public bank holidays (increasing to 30 days with long-service) and ability to buy up to 5 additional days of annual leave.
• Participation in the company annual performance bonus scheme
• Cycle to work scheme

Development and Training

We invest in our people. As a Commercial Graduate, you will receive:

• On-the-job mentoring from experienced commercial professionals.
• Tailored training plans including technical, commercial, and professional development modules.
• Opportunities to gain exposure to different parts of the business (e.g., asset management, project development).

Diversity Policy

Transmission Investment Services Ltd is committed to an inclusive workplace and providing equal opportunities for all. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals. We hire based on merit and strive to ensure a fair, open, and supportive recruitment process - from flexible working to reasonable adjustments - ensuring every candidate can perform at their best.

If you require adjustments for the interview such as flexible scheduling, additional time, materials in accessible formats or support from an interpreter or support person please let us know when arranging your interview so we can ensure your needs are fully accommodated.