Project Controller

Project Controller

Posted 1 week ago by Matchtech

Negotiable
Inside
Hybrid
Lancashire, UK

Summary: Our client, a prominent organization in the Defence & Security sector, is seeking a Project Controller for a contract position in Samlesbury. The role involves providing project control support for key projects with a hybrid working arrangement of 1-2 days on-site per week. The successful candidate will assist in project scheduling, performance monitoring, and risk management. This position offers an opportunity to work on significant projects within a collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Providing project control support to ensure effective project delivery
  • Assisting in the development and maintenance of project schedules and plans
  • Monitoring project performance and highlighting any deviations from plan
  • Supporting the project manager in the preparation of project status reports and presentations
  • Identifying and managing project risks and issues
  • Ensuring compliance with project governance and control standards
  • Collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to ensure alignment and effective communication

Key Skills:

  • Experience in project control or project management within the Defence & Security sector
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
  • Ability to work effectively in a team and hybrid working environment
  • Available for a 12-month contract duration with hybrid working arrangements

Salary (Rate): £29.47 Hourly

City: Samlesbury

Country: UK

Working Arrangements: hybrid

IR35 Status: inside IR35

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Other

Detailed Description From Employer:

Our client, a leading organisation in the Defence & Security sector, is currently seeking a Project Controller to join their team for a contract position based in Samlesbury. This role involves supporting key projects, with a hybrid working arrangement of 1-2 days on-site per week.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Providing project control support to ensure effective project delivery
  • Assisting in the development and maintenance of project schedules and plans
  • Monitoring project performance and highlighting any deviations from plan
  • Supporting the project manager in the preparation of project status reports and presentations
  • Identifying and managing project risks and issues
  • Ensuring compliance with project governance and control standards
  • Collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to ensure alignment and effective communication

Job Requirements:

  • Experience in project control or project management within the Defence & Security sector
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
  • Ability to work effectively in a team and hybrid working environment
  • Available for a 12-month contract duration with hybrid working arrangements

Benefits:

  • Opportunity to work within a leading Defence & Security organisation
  • Hybrid working arrangement, providing flexibility
  • Engagement in significant and impactful projects
  • Collaborative and supportive work environment
  • Security and stability with a 12-month contract inside IR35

If you are a skilled Project Controller and are looking for a new challenge, we encourage you to apply now and join our client's dedicated team in Samlesbury.