Project Controls Specialist

AtkinsRéalis UK Limited; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis UK Limited is seeking a Project Controls Specialist to join our Project Controls team on major infrastructure programmes. This role offers exposure to complex projects and a path to grow your expertise in reporting, cost management, scheduling and governance.

You will work with project managers, planners and commercial teams to produce dashboards, track budgets, monitor milestones and provide insights to support decision-making.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent qualification in Engineering or related field.
• Experience in project controls or PMO is a plus.
• Willingness to develop within Project Controls.

Responsibilities

• Support the preparation of project reports, dashboards and performance metrics.
• Assist with cost tracking, forecasting and budget monitoring.
• Help maintain project schedules and monitor progress against milestones.
• Support risk and opportunity management processes, including maintaining risk registers.
• Assist with change control processes and project documentation.
• Analyse project data and provide insights to support decision‑making.
• Support monthly reporting and governance requirements.
• Maintain accurate project records and data within project systems.
• Collaborate with project managers, planners, commercial teams and other stakeholders.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and digital solutions.

Skills

Numerical skills

Excel

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Multi-tasking

Team player

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

Power BI

Primavera P6

Microsoft Project

Job description

Job Description Overview

We are looking for an enthusiastic and organised Project Controls Specialist to join our Project Controls team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop a career in project controls within major infrastructure and engineering programmes. You will support the delivery of effective project controls services, including reporting, cost management, planning, risk management, change control and project governance. Working alongside experienced Project Controls professionals, you will gain exposure to complex projects while developing the skills needed to progress your career.

Your role

• Support the preparation of project reports, dashboards and performance metrics.
• Assist with cost tracking, forecasting and budget monitoring.
• Help maintain project schedules and monitor progress against agreed milestones.
• Support risk and opportunity management processes, including maintaining risk registers.
• Assist with change control processes and project documentation.
• Analyse project data and provide insights to support decision-making.
• Support monthly reporting and governance requirements.
• Maintain accurate project records and data within project systems.
• Collaborate with project managers, planners, commercial teams and other stakeholders.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and digital solutions.

About you

• Degree, HNC/HND or equivalent qualification in Engineering, Project Management, Construction Management, Finance, Business Management or a related discipline.
• Alternatively, relevant industry experience combined with a willingness to develop within Project Controls.

Skills & Experience

• Strong numerical and analytical skills.
• Good Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational ability.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Enthusiastic, proactive and willing to learn.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Desirable

• Previous experience in project controls, PMO, planning, cost management or project support.
• Knowledge of Power BI, Primavera P6, Microsoft Project or similar tools.
• Understanding of project lifecycles and project delivery processes.
• Experience within infrastructure, transportation, aviation, defence, water or energy sectors.

Key Behaviours

• Demonstrates accountability and professionalism.
• Takes ownership of assigned tasks and follows through on commitments.
• Supports colleagues and contributes positively to team objectives.
• Seeks opportunities to learn and continuously improve.
• Communicates clearly and effectively with stakeholders.

Rewards & benefits

Enjoy competitive salaries, employee rewards and a brilliant range of benefits you can tailor to suit your own health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle choices. Make the most of a myriad of opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise. And combine our hybrid working culture and flexible holiday allowances to balance a great job and fulfilling personal life. Be rewarded. Find out more.

About AtkinsRéalis

We’re AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world’s infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We’re committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people. Find out more.

Additional information

Security clearance This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If this is necessary, it will be discussed with you at interview. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer. If applying to this role please do not make reference to (in conversation) or include in your application or CV, details of any current or previously held security clearance. We are committed to creating a culture where everyone feels that they belong - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop to be the best we can be.

As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability.

As a Disability Confident Leader, we are committed to offering an interview to all applicants who have a disability and meet the essential criteria.

Worker Type Employee Job Type Regular

Worker Type Employee Job Type Regular At AtkinsRéalis, we seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives.

We strongly believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences.

Created by the integration of long-standing organizations dating back to 1911, AtkinsRéalis is a world-class engineering services and nuclear company dedicated to engineering a better future for our planet and its people.

We create sustainable solutions that connect people, data and technology to transform the world’s infrastructure and energy systems.

We deploy global capabilities locally to our clients and deliver unique end-to-end services across the whole life cycle of an asset including consulting, advisory & environmental services, intelligent networks & cybersecurity, design & engineering, procurement, project & construction management, operations & maintenance, decommissioning and capital.

The breadth and depth of our capabilities are delivered to clients in strategic sectors such as Engineering Services, Nuclear and Capital.

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