Project Controls Manager
The Project Controls Manager position comes with a day rate from £550.00 per day to £600.00 per day outside of IR35.
Role responsibilities and key skills for the role:
- Develop and maintain detailed project schedules and cost forecasts using industry-standard tools (e.g., Primavera P6, MS Project).
- Implement and manage robust project controls systems, tools, and governance frameworks.
- Lead on earned value analysis (EVA), schedule performance reviews, and cost variance reporting.
- Maintain accurate cost tracking, forecasting, and change control processes.
- Liaise with internal stakeholders, delivery partners, and contractors to ensure alignment on programme status and updates.
- Identify and manage project risks, providing mitigation strategies and updates to senior leadership.
- Provide timely reporting and insights to support informed decision-making.
- Ensure compliance with corporate and project-specific controls procedures.
- Strong track record in project controls roles within large-scale infrastructure or energy projects (WtE, EFW, power generation, or heavy civils preferred).
- Proficiency in Primavera P6, MS Project, and cost management tools (e.g. SAP, Excel, or similar.
- Degree in engineering, construction management, or a related field preferred.
- APM, PMI, or equivalent project controls certification is advantageous.
Location, day rate and timeframe of the Business Development Manager position:
- London
- £550.00 to £600.00 per day
- Immediate start date
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