Project Planning & Scheduling Discipline Lead

Project Controls Manager

Location: Ashton Vale Bristol (2 to 3 days onsite)

Duration: 26 Weeks

Pay Rate: £70 to £90 Hourly via umbrella company (Depending on experience)

***CANDIDATE MUST BE ELIGIBLE FOR SC CLEARANCE TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THE POSITION***

Make a difference

This role presents an exciting challenge, offering the opportunity to shape a new role within a new organisational structure and to take a leading position in the business. The position involves working on a variety of cutting-edge programmes in the Mission Systems domain, including complex weapon systems, advanced communication systems, and counter-drone technology.

The difference our new Planning Discipline Lead will make

We are seeking a driven and experienced individual to join the Mission Systems team, working on large, complex defence projects. The successful candidate will develop and maintain a strong project planning and scheduling community, capability, and culture across our Mission Systems business. Reporting to the Head of PM&PC, you will collaborate with other Discipline Leads to embed best practices, governance, and techniques aligned with Group policies, focusing on proactive delivery approaches. You will support the integration of new enterprise-level planning and scheduling tools, ensuring standardisation across the portfolio. As Discipline Lead, you will oversee the planning & scheduling community, including professional development, mentoring, and coaching, and work with the PM&PC Operations Lead to develop a pipeline of qualified professionals. This role offers the opportunity to significantly influence the future of project planning & scheduling within the business.

Who we're looking for

We seek a collaborative leader who owns and delivers results, champions high performance, and is courageous in challenging the status quo. You should be self-motivated with the ability to simplify complex problems into elegant solutions.

Experience

• Proven experience in project planning & scheduling management and control techniques.
• Experience with scheduling tools such as P6 (preferred) and MSP, including administration and database maintenance.
• Experience in delivering or leading planning & scheduling within large, complex projects or programmes.
• Knowledge of related project controls software such as Active Risk Manager, RiskHive, Deltec Cobra, Safran, or Primavera Risk Analyzer.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills, capable of engaging at all levels.
• Experience with ERP systems like SAP/IFS (desirable).

Strong communication and influencing skills are essential, as you will work closely with various internal and external stakeholders, including regulatory bodies.