Strategic Project Controls Specialist

Buro Happold; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working arrangements

Private medical insurance

Generous company pension scheme

25 days holiday entitlement

Flexible benefits

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy is seeking a Project Controls Specialist to enhance project planning and pipeline management. The role requires maintaining accurate project schedules, supporting Project Directors with project control processes, and conducting financial reviews. Candidates should possess a degree in a related field and experience with project planning tools. This position offers a hybrid working model alongside a competitive salary and benefits package.

Qualifications

• Strong numeracy and ability to analyse large datasets, presenting insights clearly.
• Proven experience in scope definition, milestones, and resource allocation.
• Skilled in earned value, cost, risk, and change management.

Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated project planning and control support to Project Directors.
• Maintain project pipeline and ensure accuracy of project details.
• Organise and participate in monthly project reviews.

Skills

Project Planning

Data Analysis

Communication

Problem-Solving

IT Skills

Education

Degree in Business, Finance, Engineering, or Project Management

Tools

VantagePoint

MS Project

Primavera P6

PowerBI

Job description

A leading engineering consultancy is seeking a Project Controls Specialist to enhance project planning and pipeline management. The role requires maintaining accurate project schedules, supporting Project Directors with project control processes, and conducting financial reviews. Candidates should possess a degree in a related field and experience with project planning tools. This position offers a hybrid working model alongside a competitive salary and benefits package.