Project Controls Lead – Infrastructure (Hybrid)

Amentum; Leiston; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

At Amentum, we’re delivering complex infrastructure and defence projects across the UK. We’re seeking a Project Controls Manager/Engineer to implement cost, schedule, risk, change and performance reporting within a defined programme, partnering with PMO or Delivery teams.

You’ll coordinate multiple controls disciplines, liaise with suppliers and senior stakeholders, and provide clear insights to drive informed decisions.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Project Controls Engineer or Manager on large infrastructure projects.
• Knowledge of cost, planning, risk, change and performance management.
• Strong understanding of Earned Value Management (EVM).
• Experience managing stakeholders and working within matrix organisations.
• Excellent analytical, communication, presentation and facilitation skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and integrate project controls across cost, schedule, risk and change management.
• Support the production of performance reports, schedule updates, forecasts, variance analysis and improvement opportunities.
• Liaise with supply chain partners and assure the quality of project controls information.
• Deliver high-quality month-end performance reporting and reviews.
• Support Programme Controls Managers and senior stakeholders with project performance insights.
• Drive continuous improvement and promote project controls best practice across the organisation.

Skills

EVM

Cost management

Schedule management

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

Power BI

Job description

At Amentum, we’re delivering complex infrastructure and defence projects across the UK. We’re seeking a Project Controls Manager/Engineer to implement cost, schedule, risk, change and performance reporting within a defined programme, partnering with PMO or Delivery teams.

You’ll coordinate multiple controls disciplines, liaise with suppliers and senior stakeholders, and provide clear insights to drive informed decisions.