Project Controls Manager

One of our clients within the Grid, Digital Solutions and Energy Infrastructure sector is seeking an experienced Project Controls Manager to support complex power and HV transmission projects. Working closely with project leadership and delivery teams, you will be responsible for developing and maintaining robust project controls frameworks across cost, schedule, and reporting. Key Responsibilities Collaborate with planners, cost engineers, and project teams to define and implement an effective project controls strategy Oversee all planning, scheduling, cost estimating, and cost analysis activities Identify programme impacts and support the development of mitigation and recovery plans Produce and present integrated cost and schedule reports, including forecasts and performance updates Develop, manage, and execute the full project controls plan across the project lifecycle Manage progress measurement systems and ensure accurate tracking of project performance Prepare consolidated reports for senior stakeholders, highlighting risks, issues, and recommended corrective actions Candidate Profile Degree‑qualified in Engineering, Project Management, or a related discipline (or equivalent experience) Professional project management certification advantageous Master's degree in a relevant field beneficial but not essential Strong proficiency in Primavera P6 (Microsoft Project knowledge desirable) Advanced user of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) Solid understanding of cost control and basic financial principles Experience in contract and claims management advantageous Confident communicator with strong written and spoken English Please click to find out more about our Key Information Documents. Please note that the documents provided contain generic information. If we are successful in finding you an assignment, you will receive a Key Information Document which will be specific to the vendor set-up you have chosen and your placement. To find out more about Progressive please visit Progressive Recruitment, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy | Registered office | 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom | Partnership Number | OC(phone number removed) England and Wales