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Senior Project Control Engineer
Job Posted: 22 hours ago
Salary: £ 65,000 - 70,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Cumbria
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Due to ongoing expansion within their Project Controls team, our client in Manchester is looking for a skilled and experienced Senior Project Controls Engineer to support high-profile Defence programmes across in Cumbria, head office will be Manchester. You’ll take a lead role in delivering best practice across Controls, Planning, Risk, Change, Analytics, and Performance Management on complex, high-value projects. (Project details will be shared during a MS Teams conversation).
As a senior member of the Project Controls team, you’ll oversee and guide project controls activities across their Northern Defence portfolio on projects and programmes.
Your expertise in project management and controls will be essential in driving project delivery, providing assurance, and advising clients on risk and performance. The client delivers comprehensive programme and project management, commercial management, risk, and advisory services to a prestigious portfolio of clients.
Location: Cumbria 2 day per week (Head offices to begin with will be Manchester (City Centre)
Role: Senior Project Controls Engineer
Salary: Depending on Experience + car allowance and excellent benefits package
Type: Consultancy (Defence Projects – Client Facing)
With over 4000 staff across the UK, the client utilises cutting-edge technology including data analytics and AI to enhance project outcomes and efficiency. This permanent role offers flexible hybrid working, a £4,000 car or transport allowance, structured career progression, chartership support, annual pay reviews, and a competitive benefits package. You will be primarily client-facing, working either within a wider team or as a key day-to-day contact.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead the development and implementation of project controls frameworks, ensuring robust planning, monitoring, and reporting
Manage complex schedules, budgets, and resource plans to meet challenging project milestones
Identify and assess project risks and opportunities, providing proactive mitigation strategies
Analyse performance data to deliver clear, actionable insights to support client decision-making
Mentor and support junior team members, promoting best practice and continuous improvement
Requirements:
Degree or equivalent in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline
Proven track record as a Senior Project Controls Engineer or similar role on large, complex projects
Advanced skills in project controls tools and software (e.g., Primavera P6, Risk Analysis tools)
Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management abilities
Experience working on infrastructure, defence, nuclear, rail, or related sectors highly desirable
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