Project Controls Manager

We are seeking an experienced Project Controls Manager with a strong background in the nuclear sector to lead and manage the planning cost control risk management and reporting functions across complex nuclear infrastructure and decommissioning projects. The successful candidate will be responsible for establishing and maintaining effective project controls systems that support the successful delivery of projects in compliance with nuclear safety quality and regulatory standards.Key Responsibilities:Develop and implement comprehensive project controls systems for scope schedule cost change and risk management on nuclear projects.Lead a team of project controls professionals (schedulers cost engineers planners risk analysts) across multiple workstreams.Prepare detailed project baselines and maintain tracking mechanisms for performance measurement (earned value management EVM).Produce regular performance reports (e.g. CPI SPI variance analysis) and present to internal and external stakeholders.Manage forecasting budgeting cost control and resource planning in line with project lifecycle requirements.Interface with project managers engineering procurement construction commissioning and regulatory teams to ensure accurate and timely data flow.Identify trends risks and issues and recommend corrective actions to maintain project objectives.Support audits reviews and assurance processes aligned with nuclear safety culture and compliance standards (e.g. ONR IAEA NDA).Ensure compliance with all relevant nuclear-specific regulations codes of practice and client requirements.Contribute to the continuous improvement of project controls processes tools and systems within the organization.Required Qualifications & Experience:Bachelors degree in Engineering Project Management Construction Management or related field (Masters preferred).10 years of project controls experience with at least 5 years in the nuclear industry (e.g. new build decommissioning power generation SMRs etc.).Strong understanding of project controls tools and techniques (Primavera P6 Deltek Prism EcoSys etc.).In-depth knowledge of earned value management risk management change control and cost/schedule integration.Demonstrated experience working in regulated high-compliance environments.Familiarity with nuclear industry standards (e.g. ONR regulations IAEA guidelines ISO 19443).Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.Experience supporting NEC3/4 or FIDIC contracts is a plus.Professional certifications such as ACostE PMI-SP PMP or equivalent desirable.Desirable Attributes:SC clearance or eligibility to obtain it.Experience working on major UK nuclear programs (e.g. Hinkley Point C Sizewell C Sellafield).Strong leadership skills with the ability to mentor and develop project controls staff.Proactive and detail-oriented with a commitment to nuclear safety and excellence in delivery.Additional Information : Benefits include:Pension scheme (8% company contribution / 4% personal contribution)25 days paid annual leave bank holidays option to buy or sell daysProfessional fees reimbursedFlexible workingEmployee referral scheme  We are committed to equal treatment of candidates and promote as well as foster all forms of diversity within our company. We believe that bringing together people with different backgrounds and perspectives is essential for creating innovative and impactful solutions. Skills talent and our peoples ability to dare are the only things that matter . Bring your unique contributions and help us shape the future.Remote Work : NoEmployment Type : Contract Key Skills Project Management Methodology,Project / Program Management,Construction Estimating,Construction Experience,PMBOK,Visio,Construction Management,Project Management,Project Management Software,Microsoft Project,Project Management Lifecycle,Contracts Experience: years Vacancy: 1