Project Controls Manager

About the Opportunity

Position: Project Controls Manager - Defence & Security

Location: Bristol (hybrid/remote with 2-3 days per week at client facilities in the South West).

We are looking for experienced Project Controls Managers to help deliver highly complex projects and programmes for our Defence & Security clients.

What You'll Be Doing

Oversight of the following activities across programmes and projects in the defence sectors:

• Cost Control
• Planning
• Risk and Issue Management
• Document Control
• Estimating
• Coordination of Change Control
• Governance and Assurance

In addition, you will:

• Have experience in one of the Project Controls subfunctions or as a Project Controls Manager on large and complex infrastructure and/or equipment projects.
• Know more than one of the Project Controls functions: cost control, estimating, scheduling, change management, risk management.
• Develop a project or programme baseline, manage change, and analyse performance against the baseline.
• Manage a team in a matrix structure and work within a multi functional team.
• Manage senior stakeholders and communicate performance of complex projects/programmes, identifying where action is needed.
• Be an accomplished problem solver, focused on deliverables and proactive in supporting clients.

Here's What You'll Need

• Strong knowledge of the Defence industry and experience in a high profile Tier 1, Prime and/or subcontractor organisation.
• Ability to operate autonomously, with authority, and build relationships.
• Expertise in P3M practices and advanced project controls / management tools.
• Consultancy focus with a proven track record in delivery.
• Skill in coaching and mentoring.
• Degree level or equivalent education in a relevant subject.
• Significant track record of successful project delivery.
• Ideal: APM PPQ qualification.
• Desirable: Managing Successful Programmes (MSP) Practitioner.

What's in It for You

Competitive salary and benefits package, with generous pension contributions, flexible working options, and a flexible benefits programme.

• Free single medical cover and digital GP service.
• Enhanced parental leave and family friendly policies.
• Professional development support and membership reimbursement.
• Flexible benefits programme tailored to your needs, including buying or selling up to 10 days of extra holiday.
• Hybrid and flexible working options to support work life balance.

EEO Statement

The company is an equal opportunity employer. We are a Disability Confident employer and provide reasonable accommodation for all applicants. We welcome applications from candidates seeking flexible working and from those who may not meet all the listed requirements.