Project Controls Manager - Nuclear

Your new company
As Project Controls Manager, you will provide strategic and functional leadership across all Project Controls activities for one or more civils sub‑programmes within the Sizewell C project. Operating as part of the Civils Works PMO, you will ensure that cost, schedule, risk, change and performance reporting are fully integrated, assured and aligned with project governance.You will lead a multi‑disciplinary Project Controls team within a matrix organisation and act as a key senior interface across the client, alliance partners and supply chain, enabling informed decision‑making through high‑quality performance insights.

Due to the nature of this role you will need to be able to acquire security clearance - SC Clearance

Your new role
Providing functional leadership across project controls disciplines including schedule, cost, risk, change and performance reportingLeading and developing a multi‑disciplinary Project Controls team within a matrix and alliance delivery model
Deputising for the Head of Civils Works PMO at key forums when required
Implementing best‑in‑class integrated project controls including planning, cost management, earned value, risk and change control
Ensuring compliance with Sizewell C governance, reporting cycles and assurance requirements
Owning accurate and timely month‑end performance reporting
Assuring supply chain project controls data and challenging performance where required
Supporting annual budget cycles, Estimate at Completion updates, schedule deep dives and performance reviews
Driving continuous improvement, innovation and digital‑first reporting solutions, including Power BI‑led insights
Coaching and mentoring senior Project Controls professionals
Representing the programme externally through industry forums and knowledge‑sharing activities

What you'll need to succeed
Extensive experience providing Project Controls leadership on major infrastructure programmesProven track record operating at senior manager or director level on large, complex projects
Strong experience across cost control, planning and scheduling, risk and change management
Advanced understanding of earned value management
Experience leading teams in matrix and alliance delivery environments
Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to engage at executive level
Resilient, delivery‑focused approach with excellent problem‑solving capability
Strong communication, presentation and influencing skills
Degree or equivalent qualification in engineering, construction, project management, finance or a related discipline

Desirable experience
Professional membership or certification with AACE, PMI, APM or similar
Strong capability in project controls systems and data analytics, particularly Power BI
Knowledge of NEC and FIDIC forms of contract
Experience working within the nuclear sector

What you'll get in return
You will receive a competitive salary circa £100k, including private medical cover, enhanced family‑friendly policies, professional development support and access to wellbeing and employee assistance programmes.

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