Strategic Project Controls Leader for Defence Programs

Copello; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A major defence organisation in the UK is seeking a Project Controls Manager who will lead and drive performance on complex programmes that enhance national resilience. In this full-time role based in Corsham or Bristol with hybrid flexibility, you will build a project controls function, ensuring accountability, cost control, and delivering strategic outcomes. Ideal candidates should have strong experience with project controls toolsets and excel in communication, alongside a proactive mindset essential for navigating complexity.

Qualifications

• Strong project controls experience in major programmes.
• Ability to communicate complexity simply.
• Proactive and organized mindset.

Responsibilities

• Build and mentor a high-performing project controls function.
• Act as a trusted advisor to stakeholders and suppliers.
• Define and protect the Performance Measurement Baseline.
• Lead detailed scheduling coordination.
• Champion cost control and risk management.

Skills

Experience with project controls toolsets (MSP / P6, RiskHive, SAP / ERP)

Complex programme delivery experience

Communication skills

Planning and scheduling

Change control

Job description

A major defence organisation in the UK is seeking a Project Controls Manager who will lead and drive performance on complex programmes that enhance national resilience. In this full-time role based in Corsham or Bristol with hybrid flexibility, you will build a project controls function, ensuring accountability, cost control, and delivering strategic outcomes. Ideal candidates should have strong experience with project controls toolsets and excel in communication, alongside a proactive mindset essential for navigating complexity.