Senior Project Control Engineer in Manchester

Energy Jobline ZR; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global energy recruitment agency is seeking a Senior Project Controls Engineer in Manchester. This role involves leading project controls for high-profile Defence programmes, managing complex schedules and risks, and mentoring junior team members. The position offers flexible hybrid working, a £4,000 car allowance, and various benefits. Candidates should have a degree in Engineering or related fields and proven experience on large projects.

Benefits

£4,000 car or transport allowance

Structured career progression

Chartership support

Annual pay reviews

Competitive benefits package

Qualifications

• Proven track record as a Senior Project Controls Engineer or similar role on large, complex projects.
• Experience working on infrastructure, defence, nuclear, rail, or related sectors highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of project controls frameworks.
• Manage complex schedules, budgets, and resource plans.
• Identify and assess project risks and opportunities.
• Analyse performance data to deliver insights.
• Mentor and support junior team members.

Skills

Advanced skills in project controls tools and software

Strong analytical abilities

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Education

Degree or equivalent in Engineering, Construction Management

Tools

Primavera P6

Risk Analysis tools

Job description

Energy Jobline is the largest and fastest growing global Energy Job Board and Energy Hub. We have an audience reach of over 7 million energy professionals, 400,000+ monthly advertised global energy and engineering jobs, and work with the leading energy companies worldwide.

We focus on the Oil & Gas, Renewables, Engineering, Power, and Nuclear markets as well as emerging technologies in EV, Battery, and Fusion. We are committed to ensuring that we offer the most exciting career opportunities from around the world for our jobseekers.

Job Description

Due to ongoing expansion within their Project Controls team, our client in Manchester is looking for a skilled and experienced Senior Project Controls Engineer to support high-profile Defence programmes across Cumbria, head office will be Manchester. You’ll take a lead role in delivering best practice across Controls, Planning, Risk, Change, Analytics, and Performance Management on complex, high-value projects. As a senior member of the Project Controls team, you’ll oversee and guide project controls activities across their Northern Defence portfolio on projects and programmes. Your expertise in project management and controls will be essential in driving project delivery, providing assurance, and advising clients on risk and performance. The client delivers comprehensive programme and project management, commercial management, risk, and advisory services to a prestigious portfolio of clients.

Location: Cumbria – 2 days per week (Head office to begin with will be Manchester City Centre)

Role: Senior Project Controls Engineer

Salary: Depending on Experience + car allowance and excellent benefits package

Type: Consultancy (Defence Projects – Client Facing)

With over 4000 staff across the UK, the client utilises cutting-edge technology including data analytics and AI to enhance project outcomes and efficiency. This permanent role offers flexible hybrid working, a £4,000 car or transport allowance, structured career progression, chartership support, annual pay reviews, and a competitive benefits package. You will be primarily client-facing, working either within a wider team or as a key day-to-day contact.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of project controls frameworks, ensuring robust planning, monitoring, and reporting
• Manage complex schedules, budgets, and resource plans to meet challenging project milestones
• Identify and assess project risks and opportunities, providing proactive mitigation strategies
• Analyse performance data to deliver clear, actionable insights to support client decision-making
• Mentor and support junior team members, promoting best practice and continuous improvement

Requirements

• Degree or equivalent in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline
• Proven track record as a Senior Project Controls Engineer or similar role on large, complex projects
• Advanced skills in project controls tools and software (e.g., Primavera P6, Risk Analysis tools)
• Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management abilities
• Experience working on infrastructure, defence, nuclear, rail, or related sectors highly desirable