Senior Project Controller

Leonardo S.p.A.; City of Edinburgh; Híbrido; GBP 60.000 - 90.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Hybrid working

Pension scheme

Training & development

Descripción de la vacante

Leonardo UK in Edinburgh is seeking a Senior Project Controller to join the Integrated Project Team and deliver project controls for complex defence and aerospace initiatives. You will define WBS/OBS, set the Integrated Project Schedule, monitor KPIs (EV), manage risks, and contribute to IPT reviews in a hybrid office/remote environment.

The role requires proven experience in project controls and planning, EVM, and familiarity with Primavera P6 and SAP, plus strong stakeholder engagement and

Formación

• Comprehensive project controls and planning experience across full life cycle.
• Ability to define and manage WBS, OBS, and SoW with cross-functional teams.
• Experience with Earned Value Management (EVM) and KPI reporting.

Responsabilidades

• Define the Integrated Project Schedule and ensure resource allocation.
• Measure performance via KPIs and prepare reports for the PM.
• Identify and mitigate schedule risks using What-If scenarios and mitigation plans.
• Lead scheduling reviews and IPT discussions on project evolution and performance.
• Update the integrated schedule with new activities and milestones.

Conocimientos

Project Controls

Planning

EVM

Stakeholder influence

Herramientas

Primavera P6

SAP

Descripción del empleo

## Senior Project ControllerApply: GB - Edinburgh: Full time: Posted Today: R0033827**Job Description:****Your Impact** Due to an internal promotion, the CS3 Project Controls teams are looking for a skilled, enthusiastic and motivated individual who is experienced in project planning and scheduling. With this role you will be acting as an integral member of the Integrated Project Team to deliver project controls for the safe and successful delivery of the Integrated Project Teams strategy and projects. Due to the nature of our work this role is office/WFH hybrid.**What You’ll Do as Senior Project Controller:** · Support the definition and creation of the WBS structure, OBS and identification of the SoW to engage functions.· Define the Integrated Project Schedule, ensuring plan consistency and the correct allocation of resources.· Measure performance through predefined KPIs (EV). Perform periodical analysis of the project KPIs, preparing the related reports to support the PM.· Identify and manage schedule risks, apply Schedule Risk Analysis techniques, work proactively with the project team to create (What-if scenario planning) and implement mitigation plans and corrective actions and monitor their effectiveness. Participate in meetings with the project team to discuss project evolution/trend and performances.· Review and update the integrated schedule including new activities and milestones.· Apply resource scheduling techniques to optimise schedules, identify and resolve conflicts.· Actively contribute to IPT and Project reviews through delivering the Project Controls inputs and leading on these aspects in the reviews.**What You’ll Bring** · Comprehensive and demonstrable Project Controls/ Planning experience, including life cycle management, change management and EVM.· Expertise in one or more Planning/ERP Tools (ideally including Primavera P6 and/or SAP)· Ability to influence internal stakeholders, using data and analysis to support line of reasoning.· Build and maintain strong working relationships with all functions across the Business Area/ IPT in order to influence project activities.· Commercial and financial acumen.This is not an exhaustive list, and we are keen to hear from you even if you might not have experience in all the above. The most important skill is a good attitude and willingness to learn.**Security Clearance**This role is subject to pre-employment screening in line with the UK Government’s Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). An additional range of Personnel Security Controls referred to as National Security Vetting (NSV) may apply, this could include meeting the eligibility requirements for The Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV).For more information and guidance please visit: https://careers.uk.leonardo.com/gb/en/security-and-vetting**Why join us**At Leonardo, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a comprehensive, company-funded benefits package that supports your wellbeing, career development, and work–life balance. Whether you're looking to grow professionally, care for your health, or plan for the future, we’re here to help you thrive.· **Time to Recharge**: Enjoy generous leave with the opportunity to accrue up to 12 additional flexi days each year.· **Secure your Future**: Benefit from our award-winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution.· **Your Wellbeing Matters**: Free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee-led networks championing inclusion and diversity (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Armed Forces, Carers, Wellbeing and Ethnicity).· **Rewarding Performance**: All employees at management level and below are eligible for our bonus scheme.· **Never Stop Learning**: Free access to 4,000+ online courses via Coursera and LinkedIn Learning.· **Refer a friend**: Receive a financial reward through our referral programme.· **Tailored Perks**: Spend up to £500 annually on flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech & lifestyle discounts, gym memberships and more.· **Flexible working**: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part time opportunities, please talk to us about what might be possible for this role.For a full list of our company benefits please visit our website. Leonardo UK operates a grade-based salary framework with broad bands. The salary range shown reflects the approved grade band for this role, or a narrower hiring range published within that band, and is benchmarked against the external market. Exceptions above the standard range are managed through governance controls to protect internal equity.Leonardo is a global leader in Aerospace, Defence, and Security. Headquartered in Italy, we employ over 53,000 people worldwide including 8,500 across 9 sites in the UK. Our employees are not just part of a team—they are key contributors to shaping innovation, advancing technology, and enhancing global safety.At Leonardo we are committed to building an inclusive, accessible, and welcoming workplace. We believe that a diverse workforce sparks creativity, drives innovation, and leads to better outcomes for our people and our customers. If you have any accessibility requirements to support you during the recruitment process, just let us know. Be part of something bigger - apply now! #LI-SD2**Primary Location:**GB - Edinburgh**Contract Type:**Permanent**Hybrid Working:**Hybrid