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Senior Project Controls Engineer

Job Posted: 6 days ago

Salary: £ Competitive
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Leiston

Expire in: 22 days

Job Description

Please note this client does not offer VISA sponsorship, only candidates with full Right to Work in the UK and relevant experience will be considered.

Shape the future of clean energy by leading project controls on one of the UK’s most ambitious infrastructure programmes.

Join a high-impact role where your expertise directly supports the delivery of a landmark nuclear project powering millions of homes. You will work within a collaborative, forward-thinking environment that values precision, innovation, and professional growth. This is a rare opportunity to influence major project outcomes while developing your career in a sector defined by long-term stability and purpose.

Key Responsibilities

Lead project controls activities across a major programme area 
	
Produce and maintain accurate cost forecasts aligned to CBS/WBS 
	
Ensure integrity of project controls data within key systems 
	
Deliver high-quality reporting with clear performance insights 
	
Review and challenge estimating assumptions and risks 
	
Support scenario planning and estimating workshops 
	
Collaborate with risk and project teams to improve data integration 
	
Engage contractors to assess risks and opportunities 
	
Present insights at programme and board-level reviews 
	
Drive continuous improvement in tools, processes, and reporting 

Qualifications & Requirements

Degree in project management, engineering, or related field 
	
Strong experience in project controls environments 
	
Advanced expertise in estimating tools and methodologies 
	
Proven ability to analyse and interpret complex data 
	
Experience with systems such as EcoSys, P6, or similar 
	
Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills 
	
Ability to challenge assumptions and influence decisions 
	
Experience in large-scale infrastructure projects desirable 
	
Nuclear or regulated industry experience beneficial 
	
Commitment to continuous improvement and learning 

What’s in it for you

The nuclear energy sector offers long-term career security, meaningful impact, and involvement in pioneering low-carbon solutions critical to the UK’s future.

Competitive salary and benefits package 
	
Strong career progression opportunities 
	
Hybrid and flexible working options 
	
Exposure to major national infrastructure projects 
	
Professional development and membership support 
	
Inclusive and supportive team culture 
	
Health cover and wellbeing support 
	
Enhanced family-friendly policies 
	
Paid volunteering and community initiatives 

Company Overview

Our Client is a global leader in advanced engineering and technology solutions, delivering complex projects that drive progress in sustainability, security, and innovation. With a strong presence across the UK, they foster a culture built on integrity, inclusion, and collaboration. Employees are empowered to grow, contribute meaningfully, and shape impactful projects within a supportive and diverse environment.

Interested? 

If you are an experienced Senior Project Controls Engineer with a background in heavily regulated environments then call Emily on (phone number removed) or email  with an up to date CV

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