Project Controller – Defence

Company: Electus Recruitment Solutions
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Location: Bristol
Job Description:

Job Description

You will take ownership of controlling cost, schedule and risk across complex defence programmes, with a clear line of sight between data and decision making. This role gives you influence and progression within regulated delivery environments.

Must-have eligibility

  • Sole British nationality with birth in the UK.
  • Defence programme experience within regulated environments.
  • Strong project controls capability across planning and scheduling, cost or risk.

Rewards

£50,000 to £70,000 plus car allowance.

What you will work on

  • Controlling performance across cost, schedule and risk on defence programmes.
  • Building and maintaining integrated schedules and forecasts.
  • Supporting cost control, earned value and performance reporting.
  • Identifying and analysing risks and opportunities to inform decisions.

Skills and experience

  • Background in project controls, cost management, planning or risk roles.
  • Practical use of Primavera P6 or equivalent tools.
  • Experience within defence, infrastructure or complex delivery environments.
  • Ability to turn data into clear insight for senior stakeholders.

Benefits and flexibility

  • Car allowance.
  • Permanent health insurance.
  • Private medical insurance.

Location and pattern

Many base locations available in UK. Hybrid working with travel to client site.

Posted: March 25th, 2026