Project Controls Engineer

Talascend International; City Of London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Project Controls Engineer for a permanent role in Central London. The position involves supporting the Package Manager, managing project schedules, and ensuring compliance with contractual obligations. Ideal candidates will have 5+ years of experience in project controls within the Oil & Gas sector, excellent communication skills, and proficiency in project controls tools. This role offers flexible working arrangements and competitive benefits including a lunch allowance and private medical insurance.

Benefits

8 days flexible working from home each month

1.4k per year lunch allowance

Private medical insurance covering family

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in project execution and/or project controls.
• Experience in the Oil & Gas (O&G) industry preferable.
• Knowledge of low-carbon energy operations.

Responsibilities

• Support the Package Manager in managing project controls.
• Provide progress reporting including KPIs and forecasts.
• Monitor compliance with project requirements.

Skills

Project controls tools knowledge

Communication skills

Computer literacy

English proficiency

Education

Relevant degree or equivalent qualification

Tools

SharePoint

Microsoft Office Suite

Assai

Xflow

Job description

New Job Opportunity - Project Controls Engineer - Permament position

Our Client has a requirement for a Project Controls Engineer, who will be required to work on a Permanentbasis in Central London.

Purpose

To support the Package Manager (PM) in controlling contractor performance and assist the Project Control Department in preparing, updating, and reporting on package/contract schedules and related activities.

Main Accountabilities and Responsibilities

• Support the Package Manager in managing project controls for the assigned work package(s).
• Attend meetings with contractors and perform site visits as required.
• Maintain and update the package control schedule; support integration into the overall Integrated LBCCS Schedule.
• Provide progress reporting, including schedule updates, KPIs, forecasts to complete, variance analysis, and improvement opportunities.
• Monitor and ensure compliance with contractual and procedural project requirements.
• Verify contractor progress and applications for payment.
• Assist the package team in developing action plans to avoid cost and schedule overruns through value engineering.
• Support the review and challenge of forecast trend analyses for package schedules and costs.
• Analyse project deliverables to review and validate forecasted man-hours to complete.
• Review forecasts with the Project Manager and Engineering Leadership Team.
• Monitor project performance and present results to the package team.
• Prepare analytical reports on project progress during development and execution stages.
• Manage and maintain the project’s Lessons Learned database.
• Maintain detailed change management records and support the Package/Work Package Manager in evaluating change orders.
• Support the monitoring and progress reporting of permitting activities.

Education & Professional Qualifications

• Strong proficiency in English (written and spoken).

Required Experience & Technical Competencies

• Working knowledge of project controls tools, methods, and principles.
• Relevant experience as a Planner in the Oil & Gas (O&G) industry, preferably with operating companies.
• Experience using SharePoint; familiarity with other company tools (e.g. Assai, Xflow) is beneficial.
• Good understanding of the transition from traditional oil and gas to low-carbon energy operations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills (English mandatory; additional languages are a plus).
• Strong computer literacy, including the Microsoft Office Suite.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in project execution and/or project controls.
• 8 days flexible working from home each month.
• 1.4k per year lunch allowance
• Private medical insurance covering family

As part of putting people first, we strive to be an equal opportunities employer and we are always looking to increase the diversity of our workforce, working closely with our clients to ensure everyone is included.