Project Controller

Description:

Our client is a global technology and defence organisation developing advanced systems that protect and enable critical national capabilities. They operate across multiple domains — combining engineering excellence, precision, and innovation to deliver some of the most sophisticated technology in the world.

Reporting to the Project Controls Manager, the Project Controller will play a key role in planning, scheduling, and cost control across a portfolio of technical projects. You’ll work closely with project managers and engineering teams to ensure plans are achievable, risks are managed, and performance data supports informed decision-making.

Responsibilities Include
 

• Developing and maintaining integrated project schedules and work breakdown structures (WBS/CBS/OBS)
• Analysing and validating project data to support reporting on schedule, cost, and resources
• Leading risk and opportunity analysis, including critical path and schedule risk assessments
• Supporting project reviews and performance tracking, identifying deviations and corrective actions
• Contributing to bid and new business activities by ensuring project management fundamentals are built into proposals
   

What You’ll Bring
 

• Experience in project planning, scheduling, or project controls within an engineering or technology environment
• Strong capability with project management toolsets such as Primavera, SAP, ARM, or Oracle Unifier
• Working knowledge of baseline management, change control, and earned value management (EVM)
• Ability to interpret data, communicate clearly, and influence decision-makers across project teams
• Proactive approach to identifying risks, managing priorities, and ensuring delivery quality