Project Control Officer

Description

You will act as the link between the Project Management, Commercial, Financial, and Contract Management teams, providing essential coordination to ensure cohesive and consistent operations. You will play a key role in executing and enhancing project management processes to ensure robust and efficient delivery to strict timescales. This role supports projects across their full lifecycle, providing key controls and governance.

• Supporting client, programme, and financial management of projects.
• Presenting information to clients and stakeholders professionally and responsively.
• Assisting with preparation of management reporting.
• Supporting Project Managers with financial and commercial processes.
• Supporting commercial operations from pipeline management to final accounts.
• Delivering allocated project tasks as directed by the Project Manager, Contract Manager, or Project Controls Lead.
• Preparing professional document templates and providing guidance on Stage Gate and project management processes (training provided).
• Tracking project costs and producing finance reports.
• Maintaining databases and spreadsheets for project control.
• Gathering timely input for finance and project management reports.
• Supporting compliance with the Project Management Framework.
• Maintaining and developing strong professional relationships to secure repeat business.
• Assisting with Risk and Issue Management and reporting.
• Ensuring accurate and timely invoicing.

Requirements

Must have valid DV clearance

• Highly organised and able to work under pressure and to deadlines.
• Excellent communication and numeracy skills.
• Ability to work independently and prioritise tasks.
• Project planning, scheduling, monitoring, and reporting; experience with P6, Microsoft Project, or JIRA desirable.
• Experience working with remote teams towards shared goals.
• Basic understanding of project management suites and awareness of commercial/financial procedures.
• Initiative in researching information and identifying solutions to problems.
• Experience within a project delivery environment or PMO, with understanding of structured and agile frameworks & methodologies (e.g., APMP, PRINCE2, SAFe, MSP) beneficial.
• Strong interpersonal skills, able to engage with a wide range of stakeholders and disciplines.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel.
• Shows initiative with strong analytical skills and the ability to break down tasks effectively.
• Willingness to work flexibly from other office locations when required.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance