Construction Project Manager jobs in United Kingdom

Project Controls Manager– Deliver Complex Infrastructure Programmes
Location: London (Hybrid – typically 1–2 days with the client, 1 day in the London office as needed, remainder from home)
Type: Permanent
Salary: Competitive, depending on experience
Working Pattern: Flexible hybrid. Occasional stays(fully expensed) preferred but not essential

We’re supporting a highly regarded consultancy that works closely with clients across infrastructure, defence, and energy – delivering critical programmes that demand precision, structure, and consistency. They’re now looking for an experienced Project Controls Manager to join their delivery team on a major programme across their client portfilio across Infrastructure, Defence, Nuclear, Energy (including renewables), Rail, Highways, Aviation, Utilities (Water, Power), Government and Public Sector, Critical National Infrastructure (they'll tell you which one on a MS Teams inteview depending on location and willingness to travel).

This role is all about embedding best-in-class controls into a live, complex environment. You’ll bring hands-on experience across planning, cost, risk and reporting – helping the client stay on track and make informed decisions. This isn’t a back-office role. You’ll be embedded in delivery teams, solving problems, improving visibility and ensuring the right project controls processes are in place and working properly.

What You’ll Be Doing

Leading core project controls activity across planning, cost, risk and performance

Working with delivery and commercial teams to keep data aligned and meaningful

Managing change, earned value and performance metrics in a clear, consistent way

Producing reports that support decision-making and hold real value to stakeholders

Contributing to the overall controls strategy across the wider programme

What They’re Looking For

Strong experience in project controls on infrastructure or major capital programmes

Skilled in Primavera P6, Excel and relevant cost and risk tools

Clear understanding of schedule, cost and performance integration

Comfortable in client-facing roles, with the ability to communicate clearly and proactively

A self-starter who knows what good looks like and how to deliver it

Why This Role
You’ll be joining a delivery-led consultancy that values quality, experience, and long-term relationships. You won’t be micromanaged or buried in red tape – instead, you’ll be trusted to use your expertise and given the support to do it well. It’s a solid, stable team with room to grow and the opportunity to get involved in some of the UK’s most complex programmes.

If you're looking for a long-term role where your experience is valued, your voice matters, and your work genuinely contributes to delivery – get in touch.

To apply or find out more, contact Jack at jackm@scantec.co.uk or call 0151 666 8960.