Strategic Planner: Cost & Schedule Excellence

AECO; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work options

Day 1 onboarding

Job summary

AECOM in Glasgow is seeking a skilled Project Controls professional to support cost and schedule management on major infrastructure projects. You will work with project teams to analyse financial data, forecast costs, and ensure alignment with budgets and baselines.

The role emphasizes earned value, risk mitigation, and clear reporting to stakeholders. Ideal candidates will have hands-on experience with MS Project or Primavera P6, strong communication skills, and a proactive approach to meeting

Qualifications

• Experience in leading project cost reviews and facilitating meetings.
• Proficient in integrated schedules using MS Project or Primavera P6.
• Knowledge of cost control and change management in project environments.

Responsibilities

• Analyze financial data to identify key project issues.
• Prepare revised cost forecasts and progress trend analyses.
• Review contractor invoices and monitor expenditures.
• Develop and maintain cost/schedule baseline budgets.
• Support risk assessment for manpower and budgets.
• Lead or support project cost review meetings.

Tools

MS Project

Primavera P6

Cost tracking software

Job description

AECOM in Glasgow is seeking a skilled Project Controls professional to support cost and schedule management on major infrastructure projects. You will work with project teams to analyse financial data, forecast costs, and ensure alignment with budgets and baselines.

The role emphasizes earned value, risk mitigation, and clear reporting to stakeholders. Ideal candidates will have hands-on experience with MS Project or Primavera P6, strong communication skills, and a proactive approach to meeting