Project Controls Manager

Talented People; Havant; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading civil engineering contractor is seeking an experienced Project Controls Manager to oversee performance monitoring and strategic decision-making for a major infrastructure project at Havant Thicket Reservoir. The ideal candidate will have strong skills in scheduling, cost forecasting, and experience with Design & Build projects. This full-time permanent role offers a salary between £45,000 and £55,000 per annum.

Qualifications

• Experience working on Design & Build construction projects.
• Exposure to NEC contracts and formal change management processes.
• Full UK driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Monitor project performance using Earned Value Management (EVM).
• Produce monthly reports and dashboards for stakeholders.
• Support project risk identification and assessment.

Skills

Strong understanding of scheduling

Cost forecasting

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, Finance or similar

Tools

Advanced Excel

Power BI

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Job description

Project Controls Manager

Location: Havant Thicket Reservoir, Hampshire

Salary: £45,000 - £55,000 per annum (DOE)

Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time

About the Role

Talented People are recruiting on behalf of a leading civil engineering contractor for an experienced Project Controls Manager to support the delivery of a major infrastructure project based at Havant Thicket Reservoir. This role is central to performance monitoring, reporting, risk management and strategic decision-making across the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor project performance using Earned Value Management (EVM), KPIs and dashboards.
• Provide integration between design, cost control, planning, estimating and delivery teams.
• Produce accurate monthly reports and dashboards for senior management and stakeholders.
• Support project reviews and senior leadership meetings with clear performance insight.
• Structure and manage changes to contract scope in line with project requirements.
• Support project risk identification, assessment, mitigation and monitoring.
• Maintain and update project schedules alongside Project Planners.
• Act as a link between project management and site execution teams.
• Challenge performance and proactively identify improvement opportunities.
• Assist with collaboration deliverables and document control updates.
• Capture lessons learned and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills & Experience Required

• Strong understanding of scheduling, cost forecasting and senior reporting.
• Experience working on Design & Build construction projects.
• Exposure to NEC contracts and formal change management processes.
• Experience on large or complex infrastructure projects (advantageous).
• Joint venture project experience (desirable).
• Commercially aware with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Technology & Systems

• Advanced Excel skills, including queries and data analysis.
• Experience with Power BI and dashboard reporting.
• Familiar with Autodesk Construction Cloud and BIM environments.
• Confident using document management and information systems.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, Finance or similar.
• CSCS Manager or Academically Qualified card (essential).
• Full UK driving licence (essential).
• Able to work autonomously and provide technical guidance to others