Senior Project Control Engineer

A construction consultancy is recruiting for a Senior Project Controller to support the delivery of complex, high-value defence programmes within a highly regulated environment. The role is hybrid, with site-based work in Derby, and pays up to £80,000 + benefits. This role is critical to ensuring excellence across planning, cost control, risk management, change control, and performance reporting on mission-critical projects. You will work closely with senior stakeholders and multidisciplinary delivery teams, providing clear insight, governance, and control throughout the full project lifecycle. Key Responsibilities

• Support all project controls activities, including schedule, cost, risk, change, and performance management
• Develop, maintain, and assure integrated project schedules aligned to regulated lifecycle and assurance frameworks
• Produce cost forecasts, earned value analysis (EVM), and performance reports for senior leadership
• Establish and maintain project controls standards, processes, and governance
• Support project and engineering teams with risk, opportunity, and change management
• Interface with engineering, commercial, safety, and regulatory stakeholders to ensure data accuracy and integrity Skills & Experience Required
• Expertise in Project Controls on large, complex programmes
• Experience in planning, cost management, risk management, and earned value management (EVM)
• Proven ability to operate within strict governance, assurance, and contractual frameworks
• Proficiency in tools such as Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, Power BI, and Excel
• Eligible for UK Security Clearance (or currently holding SC clearance) What's on Offer
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
• Opportunity to work on high-profile, nationally significant programmes
• Clear routes for career development and progression
• Collaborative, professional, and forward-thinking working environment Why Apply?
• Work at the forefront of complex engineering programmes
• Influence major programmes through robust control and insight
• Be part of an organisation that values continuous improvement, governance excellence, and professional growth Apply now !!