Project Controls Manager

• Lead the development, maintenance, and governance of integrated project schedules and cost control frameworks
• Provide oversight of planning, cost management, risk, change, and performance reporting across projects
• Work closely with project managers, commercial teams, engineers, and external stakeholders to ensure aligned project controls
• Produce high-quality progress reports, dashboards, and forecasts for senior leadership and clients
• Conduct critical path analysis, trend analysis, and risk-based assessments to support informed decision-making
• Identify programme and cost risks, supporting the development of mitigation and recovery strategies
• Ensure project controls processes comply with internal governance, industry best practice, and client requirements
• Support continuous improvement of project controls systems, tools, and reporting standards

• Proven experience in a Project Controls Manager or Senior Project Controls role within large infrastructure programmes (rail, highways, utilities, water, energy, or major capital projects)
• Strong expertise in planning and cost control tools such as Primavera P6, MS Project, or similar systems
• Solid understanding of cost forecasting, change control, risk management, and performance measurement
• Strong analytical skills with excellent attention to detail
• Confident communicator with the ability to engage effectively with senior stakeholders
• Proactive, organised, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Degree in Project Management, Engineering, Construction, or a related discipline (or equivalent experience)
• Professional accreditation (APM, PMI, RICS, or similar) is advantageous
• Experience working on major infrastructure or capital delivery programmes is essential

Professional accreditation (APM, PMI, RICS, or similar) is advantageous

• Competitive salary of £70,000-£80,000, plus a comprehensive benefits package
• Hybrid working model (3 days in the London office, 2 days remote)
• Opportunity to work on nationally significant infrastructure projects
• Clear career progression and ongoing professional development within a major infrastructure business