GCAP - Head of Project Control Operations

Leonardo S.p.A.; Piemonte; Hybrid; EUR 33,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Leonardo S.p.A. in Torino is seeking a Head of Project Control Operations to lead a team responsible for project control systems and performance analysis. The role includes guiding specialists, providing tools, and coordinating with stakeholders to ensure robust control across large-scale projects.

The position expects 5–10 years of experience, key qualifications in project management certifications, and strong Office/Primavera/Power BI skills. Hybrid work and international travel are involved.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience.
• PMP, PRINCE2 Practitioner or APM certification.
• 5–10 years of proven experience in project control leadership.
• Strong knowledge of project control systems and performance data analysis.
• Excellent knowledge of Office tools, Primavera and Power BI.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team supporting and maintaining project control systems.
• Provide guidance, training, and tools on project control mechanisms.
• Resource Project Control Specialists across functions with Integrated Resource Management.
• Oversee reviews of the project control system and analyze performance data.
• Communicate progress and performance information to stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Project control

Mentoring

Stakeholder management

Office tools

Primavera

Power BI

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree

PM certifications (PMP/PRINCE2/APM)

Tools

Office

Primavera

Power BI

Job description

Job Description:Leonardo is a global industrial group, among the main global players in Aerospace, Defence and Security that realises multi-domain technological capabilities in Helicopters, Aircraft, Aerostructures, Electronics, Cyber Security and Space. With over 60,000 employees worldwide, the company has a solid industrial presence in Italy, the UK, Poland and the US. It also operates in 150 countries through subsidiaries, joint ventures and investments. A key player in major international strategic programmes, it is a technological and industrial partner of governments, defence administrations, institutions and companies.We are looking for a: Head of Project Control Operations who is available for an indicative period of two years in the UK, before returning to one of Leonardo Italia's sites.Site: Torino Corso FranciaResponsibilities:Project Control Manager is responsible for leading a team that supports and maintaining robust project control systems. This role involves overseeing and managing project control specialists that works with Control Account Owner in functions to ensure effective analysis and communication of progress and performance information. The role will provide expert guidance, training, tools on project control mechanisms to the deployed specialists.Key AccountabilitiesProvide guidance and operation of project control mechanisms and processes.Resource the Project Control Specialists across the functions in conjunction with Integrated Resource Management Manager;Continuously improve and develop the project control capability on the project/programme and provide advice at Business level,Provide guidance, training, tools to the deployed project controller specialists;Essential RequirementsBachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience;Professional certifications; example: PMP (Project Management Professional), PRINCE2 Practitioner, APM (Association for Project Management);Leadership skills with experience in managing and mentoring a team and engaging with several stakeholders;In-depth knowledge and expertise in project control systems/methodologies to give guidance of managing large-scale projects and programs;Manage and facilitate reviews of the project control system and have strong analytical skills of project performance data;5-10 years of proven experience in the role;Excellent Knowledge of Office tools and usage of project management tools (example: Office, Primavera, Power BI).Seniority: ExpertAttitudes:Decision Making;Attitude for teamwork;Ability to work under pressure;Flexibility and ability to adapt;Orientation towards problem solving, activity planning and deadline management;Dynamism Autonomy and proactivity;Availability for travel.Language Skills:Professional proficiency in written and spoken English.Working with us you will be able to continuously face new challenges and high technological experiences constantly increasing competencies and knowledge.Seniority:SeniorPrimary Location:IT - Torino - C.so FranciaContract Type:PermanentTotal Base Pay Range:32.731,92 - 43.000Hybrid Working:Hybrid