Senior Project Controls Engineer

PWE Recruitment Group; Leiston; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Our Client is seeking a seasoned Project Controls Lead to shape the controls framework for a major UK infrastructure programme. You will drive cost forecasting, data integrity, and insightful reporting across the project lifecycle, influencing decision-making at programme and board levels.

The role requires a degree in a relevant field, strong experience in project controls, and expertise in EcoSys or Primavera P6. Hybrid working options are available within the UK.

Qualifications

• Degree in project management, engineering, or related field.
• Strong experience in project controls environments.
• Advanced expertise in estimating tools and methodologies.
• Proven ability to analyse and interpret complex data.
• Experience with systems such as EcoSys, P6, or similar.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
• Ability to challenge assumptions and influence decisions.
• Experience in large-scale infrastructure projects desirable.
• Nuclear or regulated industry experience beneficial.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and learning.

Responsibilities

• Lead project controls activities across a major programme area.
• Produce and maintain accurate cost forecasts aligned to CBS/WBS.
• Ensure integrity of project controls data within key systems.
• Deliver high-quality reporting with clear performance insights.
• Review and challenge estimating assumptions and risks.
• Support scenario planning and estimating workshops.
• Collaborate with risk and project teams to improve data integration.
• Engage contractors to assess risks and opportunities.
• Present insights at programme and board-level reviews.
• Drive continuous improvement in tools, processes, and reporting.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Data analysis

Communication

Influence decisions

Education

Degree in project management

Tools

EcoSys

Primavera P6

Job description

Please note this client doesnotoffer VISA sponsorship, only candidates with full Right to Work in the UK and relevant experience will be considered.

Shape the future of clean energy by leading project controls on one of the UK’s most ambitious infrastructure programmes.

Join a high-impact role where your expertise directly supports the delivery of a landmark nuclear project powering millions of homes. You will work within a collaborative, forward-thinking environment that values precision, innovation, and professional growth. This is a rare opportunity to influence major project outcomes while developing your career in a sector defined by long-term stability and purpose.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead project controls activities across a major programme area
• Produce and maintain accurate cost forecasts aligned to CBS/WBS
• Ensure integrity of project controls data within key systems
• Deliver high-quality reporting with clear performance insights
• Review and challenge estimating assumptions and risks
• Support scenario planning and estimating workshops
• Collaborate with risk and project teams to improve data integration
• Engage contractors to assess risks and opportunities
• Present insights at programme and board-level reviews
• Drive continuous improvement in tools, processes, and reporting

Qualifications & Requirements

• Degree in project management, engineering, or related field
• Strong experience in project controls environments
• Advanced expertise in estimating tools and methodologies
• Proven ability to analyse and interpret complex data
• Experience with systems such as EcoSys, P6, or similar
• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills
• Ability to challenge assumptions and influence decisions
• Experience in large-scale infrastructure projects desirable
• Nuclear or regulated industry experience beneficial
• Commitment to continuous improvement and learning

What’s in it for you

• The nuclear energy sector offers long-term career security, meaningful impact, and involvement in pioneering low-carbon solutions critical to the UK’s future.
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Strong career progression opportunities
• Hybrid and flexible working options
• Exposure to major national infrastructure projects
• Professional development and membership support
• Inclusive and supportive team culture
• Health cover and wellbeing support
• Enhanced family-friendly policies
• Paid volunteering and community initiatives

Company Overview

Our Client is a global leader in advanced engineering and technology solutions, delivering complex projects that drive progress in sustainability, security, and innovation. With a strong presence across the UK, they foster a culture built on integrity, inclusion, and collaboration. Employees are empowered to grow, contribute meaningfully, and shape impactful projects within a supportive and diverse environment.