Senior Project Controls Manager

Conrad Consulting Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy is looking for a Senior Project Controls Manager to oversee high-profile projects in Bristol. This role requires strong project controls experience and proficiency in project planning tools. The ideal candidate will manage multiple projects, provide guidance to teams, and analyze project performance. Competitive salary and benefits including healthcare and hybrid working options are offered.

Benefits

Life assurance

Healthcare

Pension (market-leading)

Hybrid working

Qualifications

• Proven experience in project controls within a consultancy or large-scale projects environment.
• Strong knowledge of project planning tools such as Primavera P6 or MS Project.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead project controls for high-profile schemes, including planning, cost control, and risk management.
• Develop and maintain project schedules and cost reports.
• Provide proactive guidance to project managers and teams.

Skills

Project controls experience

Project planning tools

Analytical skills

Leadership skills

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

Job description

A leading consultancy in Bristol is looking for a Senior Project Controls Manager to join their team. This role is ideal for someone with strong project controls experience, used to delivering on complex, high-profile projects.

You'll have the opportunity to work across major infrastructure, commercial, or transport projects, providing oversight and guidance to ensure projects stay on track.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead project controls for high-profile schemes, including planning, cost control, and risk management
• Develop and maintain project schedules, cost reports, and performance dashboards
• Provide proactive guidance and support to project managers and teams
• Analyse project performance and identify opportunities to improve efficiency
• Ensure compliance with company and client reporting requirements
• Mentor junior project controls staff and share best practice

Key Requirements:

• Proven experience in project controls within a consultancy or large-scale projects environment
• Strong knowledge of project planning tools (Primavera P6, MS Project, or similar)
• Experience on high-value, complex projects (infrastructure, transport, or commercial sectors)
• Excellent analytical, communication, and leadership skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and stakeholders concurrently

Salary & Benefits:

• 60,000- 70,000 depending on experience
• Life assurance
• Healthcare
• Pension (market-leading)
• Hybrid working