Project Scheduler and Controller

ULTRA ELECTRONICS; Cheltenham; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading developer in defense and aerospace is seeking a Project Scheduler and Controller to plan, monitor, and control project schedules and costs effectively. The role involves developing detailed schedules, performing variance analysis, and supporting Project Managers with accurate data to ensure projects are successfully delivered on time and within budget. Candidates should have proven experience in project scheduling, proficiency in tools like MS Project, and strong analytical skills. The company promotes a positive culture and offers flexible working options.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Life assurance

Pension Scheme with employer contributions

Sports and Social club

Regular team events

Qualifications

• Proven experience in project scheduling and project controls.
• Minimum of 3 years experience working within a project management environment.
• Proficiency in scheduling tools and strong Excel skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules.
• Monitor schedule progress and identify potential delays.
• Support management decision-making with reliable project data.

Skills

Project scheduling

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Problem-solving abilities

Education

Project Management Certification

3 years of experience in project management

Tools

MS Project

Excel

Job description

Job Overview

Ultra Precision Control Systems (PCS) are looking for a Project Scheduler and Controller. The Scheduler & Project Controller is responsible for planning, monitoring, and controlling project schedules, costs, and performance. The role supports Project Managers by providing accurate project data, forecasts, and analysis to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and according to scope.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and update detailed project schedules using approved scheduling tools
• Define work breakdown structures (WBS), activities, dependencies, and milestones
• Monitor schedule progress and identify potential delays or critical path impacts
• Track project progress, costs, and resource usage against approved baselines
• Perform variance analysis (schedule, cost, and performance)
• Monitor earned value metrics (if applicable) and project KPIs
• Communicate risks, issues, and trends to Project Managers and stakeholders
• Support management decision-making with reliable project data
• Assist in identifying project risks related to schedule and cost
• Track mitigation actions and their impact on project plans
• Work closely with Project Managers, engineers, procurement, and site teams
• Ensure project controls follow company standards, procedures, and best practices
• Support audits and project reviews as required

Qualifications

• Proven experience in project scheduling and/or project controls
• Project Management Certification desired.
• Minimum of 3 years experience working within a project management environment
• Exposure to cost control, planning, or reporting functions
• Understanding of project management methodologies and lifecycle
• Proficiency in scheduling tools (e.g., MS Project, Project Web App or equivalent)
• Strong Excel skills; experience with reporting dashboards is an advantage
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
• Clear communication and reporting skills
• Ability to work with cross-functional teams and manage multiple priorities
• Candidate must be able to work in the UK without restrictions in accordance with UK National Law and be prepared to successfully undertake an appropriate level of UK National Security Vetting according to UK Government National Security Vetting criteria.

Company Overview

Ultra PCS is a leading developer of mission and safety critical equipment in the defence and aerospace industry. Our team of experts are at the heart of our success, which is why we are dedicated to fostering a safe working environment and a positive culture where every staff member feels valued and respected. We solve our customers' problems, providing engineering solutions to safety and mission critical challenges in the air and on the ground. Our solutions can be found in the latest military aircraft and vehicles, in civil aircraft, and in unmanned vehicles. We help to ensure our customers get to where they need to be safely, achieve their objectives and keep on going back.

Wherever possible, we will consider a variety of working options to suit your lifestyle, whether that be hybrid home/office working, flexible working and part or full time employment. It's the 'innovating' and 'empowering' values that we ASPIRE to be. We welcome the challenge to work in new ways and have trust in you when getting the job done because we recognise, our business is our people.

Ultra PCS is an equal opportunities employer that values diversity, inclusion, equity and equality. Underpinned by our values, behaviours, and policies, we want you to feel empowered to be your best and authentic self. We promote a workplace that welcomes people from all backgrounds and cultures; believing that this will increase our diversity of thinking, and ultimately ensure we continue delivering on our commitments to our customers.

Benefits

• Flexible working within core working hours
• 25 days holiday (185 hrs) with the option to buy/sell 5 days (37 hrs) plus bank holidays
• 4 times your annual salary in life assurance
• Flexible benefits package
• Pension Scheme - Less than 5 years' service up to 5.5% employer contributions, 5 years' service + up to 7.5% employer contributions.
• Sports and Social club
• Supportive and friendly working environment with regular team events

Application

You couldn't be joining the team and Ultra at a more exciting time. Therefore if this sounds of interest, please follow the application process