Head of Project Controls at National Gas in Warwick, England, United Kingdom | GBP90,000-90,000 | Kablio

Role

Description

forecasting

reporting

risk management

integrated planning

change control

project controls

Overseeing forecasting in partnership with Supply Chain, Commercial, and Finance teams for precise financial projections and resource allocation.
Monitoring and reporting on project performance, cost, schedule, earned value, and risk, providing critical insights to senior leadership.
Driving risk and opportunity management, ensuring risk registers are actively managed and used to inform decisions.
Leading integrated project planning with planners, estimators, and project managers to set robust baselines and ensure consistency.
Managing the change control process, ensuring all impacts are understood, documented, and agreed before implementation.
Establishing and managing project controls frameworks for major infrastructure projects, covering cost, risk, schedule, document, and change control.
Coordinating governance inputs for board reviews, audits, and reports, ensuring accuracy and readiness.
Championing best practice across the Net Zero programme, promoting standards, tools, and templates to enhance delivery.

Requirements

p6

prism

evm

nec

project controls

data analysis

Organised, methodical, and adept at managing competing demands.
Familiarity with hydrogen or net zero infrastructure projects.
Experience leading teams in a high-performance, data-driven culture.
Deep expertise in planning and scheduling tools (e.g. P6, PRISM), estimating, cost control, forecasting, EVM, change and risk management, and document control.
Strong understanding of commercial contracts (especially NEC) and the integration of project controls.
Outstanding communication skills and the ability to engage confidently with senior stakeholders.
Proven leadership in project controls for major infrastructure projects, ideally in energy, utilities, or regulated industries.
Excellent data and analytical skills, able to spot trends, explain variances, and guide strategic decisions.

Benefits

Employee assistance programme offering free confidential professional counselling 24/7
28 days’ holiday plus statutory holidays - option available to buy extra or sell days
Annual bonus of 20% based on personal and company performance
Opt-In flexible benefit scheme, including salary sacrifice private healthcare, dental insurance, technology plans and more
Free gym and exercise classes, subsidised canteen and coffee shop onsite at our Warwick office
Double-match pension scheme - for every £1 you put in, we'll add £2 (max company contribution 12%)
Excellent family friendly provisions - maternity/paternity/adoption/surrogacy/shared parental leave
Financial protection with 10x salary death in service and financial support if you're unable to work due to long term illness or injury
Flexible working hours
Financial support to help you cover the cost of professional membership subscriptions
Benefit Driver - An EV or plug-in hybrid company car or cash alternative
Private Medical Insurance
Career progression, professional training and development – including access to LinkedIn Learning

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

must achieve and maintain security check (sc) security clearance

Company

Overview

£700m Final Stake Purchase

Ownership

The company achieved full ownership following a £700 million stake purchase in early 2025.

5,000 Miles

Infrastructure Network

It operates nearly 5,000 miles of high-pressure pipelines across Great Britain.

100% Hydrogen Trials

Innovation

The company is pioneering trials of blending up to 100% hydrogen into its transmission system.

24 Million Homes

Customer Reach

It serves 24 million homes, providing essential natural gas transmission services.

It stands as Britain's critical gas transmission operator.
It’s wholly owned by Macquarie’s consortium.
It serves half a million businesses, 35 power stations, and dozens of industrial sites via its National Transmission System.
It’s structured across four divisions: transmission, metering, services, and Premtech consultancy.
With over 60 compressor stations and 500+ above-ground installations, it ensures reliability and rapid response across the network.
It operates a public-facing app offering near real-time data on gas flows and demand.
From managing old pipelines to designing future low-carbon systems, it weaves history and innovation into Britain’s energy tapestry.

Culture + Values

They support society by providing essential services for people and businesses.
They focus on creating a safe, sustainable, and reliable energy system.
They foster a culture of collaboration and teamwork by respecting one another.
They are dedicated to making a positive impact, driving innovation, and building lasting relationships.
They take ownership, act with integrity, and uphold ethical standards in all they do.

Environment + Sustainability

2050

Net Zero Target Year

The company is committed to achieving net zero emissions by this year, reflecting its long-term sustainability goals.

30% reduction

Emission Reduction Target

The company aims to reduce its operational emissions by this percentage by 2025, demonstrating its commitment to lowering its environmental impact.

Committed to reducing carbon emissions from operations, focusing on energy efficiency and low-carbon technologies.
Supporting the transition to a low-carbon economy through expansion of hydrogen and renewable gas solutions.
Long-term strategy emphasizes reducing environmental impact and improving energy system resilience.

Inclusion & Diversity

30%

Leadership Team Composition

Women constitute a significant portion of the leadership team, reflecting the company's commitment to gender diversity.

40%

Overall Workforce Composition

Women make up a notable percentage of the overall workforce, highlighting progress in fostering an inclusive environment.

Committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued, respected, and able to thrive.
Aim to increase gender diversity in senior leadership roles with specific targets set for the coming years.
Regularly reports on gender pay gaps and takes action to close the gaps through targeted initiatives.

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Projects

About Us

Role

Description

forecasting

reporting

risk management

integrated planning

change control

project controls

Overseeing forecasting in partnership with Supply Chain, Commercial, and Finance teams for precise financial projections and resource allocation.
Monitoring and reporting on project performance, cost, schedule, earned value, and risk, providing critical insights to senior leadership.
Driving risk and opportunity management, ensuring risk registers are actively managed and used to inform decisions.
Leading integrated project planning with planners, estimators, and project managers to set robust baselines and ensure consistency.
Managing the change control process, ensuring all impacts are understood, documented, and agreed before implementation.
Establishing and managing project controls frameworks for major infrastructure projects, covering cost, risk, schedule, document, and change control.
Coordinating governance inputs for board reviews, audits, and reports, ensuring accuracy and readiness.
Championing best practice across the Net Zero programme, promoting standards, tools, and templates to enhance delivery.

Requirements

p6

prism

evm

nec

project controls

data analysis

Organised, methodical, and adept at managing competing demands.
Familiarity with hydrogen or net zero infrastructure projects.
Experience leading teams in a high-performance, data-driven culture.
Deep expertise in planning and scheduling tools (e.g. P6, PRISM), estimating, cost control, forecasting, EVM, change and risk management, and document control.
Strong understanding of commercial contracts (especially NEC) and the integration of project controls.
Outstanding communication skills and the ability to engage confidently with senior stakeholders.
Proven leadership in project controls for major infrastructure projects, ideally in energy, utilities, or regulated industries.
Excellent data and analytical skills, able to spot trends, explain variances, and guide strategic decisions.

Benefits

Employee assistance programme offering free confidential professional counselling 24/7
28 days’ holiday plus statutory holidays - option available to buy extra or sell days
Annual bonus of 20% based on personal and company performance
Opt-In flexible benefit scheme, including salary sacrifice private healthcare, dental insurance, technology plans and more
Free gym and exercise classes, subsidised canteen and coffee shop onsite at our Warwick office
Double-match pension scheme - for every £1 you put in, we'll add £2 (max company contribution 12%)
Excellent family friendly provisions - maternity/paternity/adoption/surrogacy/shared parental leave
Financial protection with 10x salary death in service and financial support if you're unable to work due to long term illness or injury
Flexible working hours
Financial support to help you cover the cost of professional membership subscriptions
Benefit Driver - An EV or plug-in hybrid company car or cash alternative
Private Medical Insurance
Career progression, professional training and development – including access to LinkedIn Learning

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

must achieve and maintain security check (sc) security clearance

Company

Overview

£700m Final Stake Purchase

Ownership

The company achieved full ownership following a £700 million stake purchase in early 2025.

5,000 Miles

Infrastructure Network

It operates nearly 5,000 miles of high-pressure pipelines across Great Britain.

100% Hydrogen Trials

Innovation

The company is pioneering trials of blending up to 100% hydrogen into its transmission system.

24 Million Homes

Customer Reach

It serves 24 million homes, providing essential natural gas transmission services.

It stands as Britain's critical gas transmission operator.
It’s wholly owned by Macquarie’s consortium.
It serves half a million businesses, 35 power stations, and dozens of industrial sites via its National Transmission System.
It’s structured across four divisions: transmission, metering, services, and Premtech consultancy.
With over 60 compressor stations and 500+ above-ground installations, it ensures reliability and rapid response across the network.
It operates a public-facing app offering near real-time data on gas flows and demand.
From managing old pipelines to designing future low-carbon systems, it weaves history and innovation into Britain’s energy tapestry.

Culture + Values

They support society by providing essential services for people and businesses.
They focus on creating a safe, sustainable, and reliable energy system.
They foster a culture of collaboration and teamwork by respecting one another.
They are dedicated to making a positive impact, driving innovation, and building lasting relationships.
They take ownership, act with integrity, and uphold ethical standards in all they do.

Environment + Sustainability

2050

Net Zero Target Year

The company is committed to achieving net zero emissions by this year, reflecting its long-term sustainability goals.

30% reduction

Emission Reduction Target

The company aims to reduce its operational emissions by this percentage by 2025, demonstrating its commitment to lowering its environmental impact.

Committed to reducing carbon emissions from operations, focusing on energy efficiency and low-carbon technologies.
Supporting the transition to a low-carbon economy through expansion of hydrogen and renewable gas solutions.
Long-term strategy emphasizes reducing environmental impact and improving energy system resilience.

Inclusion & Diversity

30%

Leadership Team Composition

Women constitute a significant portion of the leadership team, reflecting the company's commitment to gender diversity.

40%

Overall Workforce Composition

Women make up a notable percentage of the overall workforce, highlighting progress in fostering an inclusive environment.

Committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued, respected, and able to thrive.
Aim to increase gender diversity in senior leadership roles with specific targets set for the coming years.
Regularly reports on gender pay gaps and takes action to close the gaps through targeted initiatives.

Articles

Careers

Projects

About Us