Project Controller

Business & Project Management Partner

Contract | Filton (Hybrid – 60% onsite)

An established aerospace engineering organisation is seeking an experienced Business & Project Management Partner to support a high‑performing engineering function within a complex, multi‑programme environment. This role sits at the heart of business operations, working closely with engineering leaders to enable effective project delivery, resource management and performance control.

Contract Details

• Location: Filton, Bristol (60% onsite)
• Contract Duration: Until October 2026 with a strong likelihood of extension
• Rate: £42.39 per hour Umbrella / £31.68 per hour PAYE
• Working Pattern: 35 hours per week (overtime paid at standard rate)
• IR35: Inside IR35

Key Responsibilities

• Assure adherence to business and project management processes within an engineering functional team
• Support annual and multi‑year workload planning, resourcing and financial forecasting
• Monitor and control deviations to plans, escalating risks and opportunities as required
• Manage internal resourcing activities and external engineering suppliers in line with policies and processes
• Collate, analyse and report key performance indicators to support business and performance management
• Provide guidance and mentoring on business and project management best practice
• Deputise for functional leaders in governance reviews covering resourcing, finance and performance
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and new ways of working across the engineering community

Skills & Experience

• Proven experience in business management and/or project management
• Strong stakeholder management, communication and negotiation skills
• Ability to work autonomously in a fast‑paced engineering or technical environment
• Experience with workload management, planning, resource control and performance reporting
• Analytical mindset with confidence using digital tools and data
• Resilient, proactive and comfortable challenging the status quo

This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative engineering environment where business and project management play a critical role in delivering complex programmes.

To apply or for more information, please submit your CV.

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