Project Control Manager

We are seeking an experienced Project Control Manager to lead the planning, monitoring and reporting of complex projects from initiation through to completion. You will establish effective project control processes, ensuring that scope, schedule, cost, risk and performance information is accurate, timely and clearly communicated. Working closely with project managers, commercial teams, technical specialists and senior stakeholders, you will provide the insight needed to support informed decision-making and successful delivery.


Your responsibilities will include developing and maintaining integrated project schedules, cost plans, forecasts and performance reports. You will monitor progress against approved baselines, investigate variances and agree corrective actions with project teams. You will oversee change control, risk and opportunity management, ensuring that impacts on time, cost and resources are assessed and recorded appropriately. The role will also involve producing regular dashboards and management information, coordinating periodic reviews, supporting governance meetings and ensuring that project documentation complies with relevant procedures and standards. You may also be required to lead or mentor project controls professionals and contribute to the continuous improvement of tools, systems and working practices.


To succeed in this role, you will have substantial experience in project controls, planning or project management within a complex delivery environment. You will be confident using scheduling, cost management and reporting systems, with strong knowledge of forecasting, earned value, risk management and change control principles. Excellent analytical, organisational and communication skills are essential, together with the ability to challenge constructively and present complex information clearly to a range of audiences. A relevant professional qualification or equivalent practical experience is desirable, as is experience of working across multiple projects or programmes. You will be proactive, detail-focused and comfortable managing competing priorities while maintaining a clear focus on delivery, governance and continuous improvement.