Job Description Overview
As a SPCM/PCM, you will add value to project/programme teams on niche and high‑profile schemes across the infrastructure sector for our reputable clients. You will be tasked with fulfilling a range of responsibilities, tailored to the specific needs of the project or program you are contributing to. Some of those purposes are listed below.
Your role
Where required, supervise and manage a Project Controls team, setting objectives, reviewing performance, undertaking appraisals, providing ongoing formal and informal feedback and ensuring all staff know what they must achieve and how they are performing against objectives. Create an environment that allows empowered and creative team members to succeed.
Develop, monitor and assure the Performance Measurement Baseline (PMB); agree on progress measurement methodology with the contractor and ensure timely submission of project actuals in a previously agreed format. Measure current performance and forecast future performance of the project/programme using earned value management. Implement, sustain and improve planning, risk, cost control, change control management policies, procedures and processes, ensuring proper application by the project controls and delivery teams.
Chair and/or facilitate the necessary project/programme level change forums, escalating change papers with high‑level impact that require additional approvals and ensuring all choices are enacted within the change control system and toolsets. Advise the project/programme leader by providing specialist advice and technical knowledge to resolve or mitigate delays, issues, and other challenges throughout the project. Undertake self‑assessment of procedural compliance, share lessons learned and best‑practice within the wider Project Controls community.
About you
Proficiency in EVM processes and their application in complex infrastructure projects, with a strong aptitude to oversee schedule, cost, risk, change control management activities and reporting.
Proven expertise in a Project Management or Project Controls Management position within complex infrastructure projects across sectors such as transport, energy, defence, water or oil & gas. Exceptional stakeholder management skills with clients, senior leaders and various colleagues in a matrix and line organization. Experience either in a client organisation or managing subcontractors from a project controls perspective in a complex infrastructure project/programme.
A good standing formal professional Project Management or project controls management qualification or certification or membership of a relevant professional body with or working towards Chartered Status and/or educated to degree level. Resilience, with the ability to maintain rational thought in a high‑pressure environment.
Effective verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present at programme or portfolio level forums or meetings to senior stakeholders. Excellent visual communication, able to provide insights and analysis through dashboards and visual reports. Experienced in the use of data and analytics to fully understand an issue, engage stakeholders and lead the implementation of business‑wide change and continuous improvement. Successful leadership with a proven track record of delivering results within a large‑scale project environment.
Experience of project controls management under NEC Forms of Contract, including contract management and administration within rail and/or UK construction industry. Accredited NEC4 Project Manager desirable. Knowledge of the principles of Government investment processes and procedures. Formal qualification in Programme Management, e.g., MSP – Managing Successful Programmes. Experience of the rail industry and its regulatory framework, or a similarly regulated industry.
Rewards & benefits
Competitive salaries and employee rewards. A range of benefits to support health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle choices. Opportunities for training and professional development. Hybrid working culture and flexible holiday allowances.
Additional information – Security clearance
This role may require security clearance. Offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer.
Inclusivity
We are committed to creating a culture where everyone feels that they belong – a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop to be the best we can be. We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee resource groups to support all employees. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability.
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