Project Controls Lead

1 month ago

Southampton, United Kingdom Leonardo Full time

Do you have a background in project controls and scheduling? Do you have the experience and desire to be part of a high performing team of Project Controller delivering advanced technical capabilities?

This is an exciting opportunity to join our evolving Integrated Sensing and Protection Line of Business. We are looking for an enthusiastic, motivated person to drive growth within the Project Controls team.

As the Product Areas continues to expand, you will be the focal point and subject matter expert for Project Controls, developing the delivery of professional project controls and analysis services, alongside acting as part of the Integrated Project Team for that Product Area.

What you will do as the Project Controls Lead

•Accountable for the quality and integrity of the Project Controls on Projects/ Programmes through the application of consistent processes, methods, governance and provision of guidance to the wider IPT.

•Working as part of an IPT, drive and promote optimal schedule quality and best practice management techniques including application of schedule risk analysis at all stages of the project lifecycle

•Provide Project Controls expertise to the establishment and management of activities in the bid phase to ensure best practice is followed, risks managed and schedules can transition to execution with minimal impact

•Manage the integrity of Partner/Subcontractor schedules to ensure dependences are clearly identified and risks managed/identified within the Leonardo project schedule

•Conduct what if and scenario analysis/ planning to drive decision taking and risk mitigation

•Identify and manage Schedule Risks, apply Schedule Risk Analysis Techniques, work proactively with the project team to implement mitigation plans and corrective actions and monitor their effectivness

•Ensure Project Controls metrics and measures (including Earned Value) are consistently applied, understood and relevant action taken to drive required outcomes and achievement of Company standards/ Project Objectives

•Applies resource scheduling techniques to optimise schedules, identify and proactively resolves conflicts across the Integrated Project Team and Business Unit

•Coach, mentor and train other members of the Project Controls function (or other functions) as required

•Actively contribute to Integrated Project Team and Business area Project reviews through delivering the Project Controls inputs and leading on these aspects in the reviews

•Identify, support and drive continuous improvement initiatives working both across the function and within the business area

•Build and maintain strong working relationships with all functions across the Business Area/ Integrated Project Team in order to influence project activities.

•Conduct independent assessment of schedule quality/risk as a contributor to the LCM process and in accordance with LCM principles.

What we need from you:

You really must have:

•Comprehensive and demonstrable project Controls/ planning experience with proven expertise in all aspects of planning, project controls and project management methodologies (including Agile) across Projects of varying value/ complexity

•Expert User in Planning/ERP Tools (including Primavera P6 and ideally SAP)

•Breadth of experience in all parts of lifecycle and experience in the phases of Initiation, planning and execution

•Proven collaboration, communication, planning, problem solving, decision making skills

•Application of Schedule Risk Analysis including identification, methods of analysis and recommendations for management

•Commercial and financial acumen

•Holds APMG Project Controls Foundation and Practitioner Level Certification or meets the criteria to undertake this training

•Ability to engage and influence cross-functional teams and recognise and positively interact with stakeholders up to VP level

•Works independently, in compliance with all procedures and able to recognise appropriate escalation scenarios

It would be nice if you had:

•Experience of coaching, mentoring or team leadership

•Able to act as delegate for Project/ Programme Controls Manager

With a company funded benefits package, a commitment to learning and development, and a flexible approach to working hours focused on the needs of both our employees and customers, a career with Leonardo has never offered as many opportunities or been more accessible to as many people.

  • Pension: Award winning pension scheme (up to 10% employer contribution)
  • Holidays: 25 days plus bank holidays, option to buy/sell leave and to accrue up to 12 additional flexi leave days per year
  • Flexible Working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part time opportunities, please talk to us
  • Wellbeing: Employee Assistance Programme, access to Mental Health support, Financial wellbeing support, network groups (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Reservists, Carers)
  • Lifestyle: Discounted Gym membership, Cycle to work scheme
  • Company funded flexible benefits: Access to private healthcare, dental schemes, Workplace ISA, Go Green Car Scheme, technology and lifestyle options (£500 annual allowance)
  • Training: Free access to more than 4000 online courses via Coursera
  • Referral Incentive: You can earn a reward for successfully referring a friend or family member
  • Bonus: Scheme in place for all employees at management level and below

For a full list of our Company benefits please visit our website.

Leonardo is a global high-tech company and one of the key players in Aerospace, Defence and Security. Headquartered in Italy, Leonardo has over 45,000 employees, of which 7,000 are based in the UK.

At Leonardo UK, we believe that a diverse and inclusive work environment unlocks our people’s full potential and drives innovation and creativity. We work hard to offer a welcoming, accessible and inclusive place to work for all of our people, creating a culture where everyone can thrive, feel safe and have a sense of belonging and connection.

This is a great opportunity to bring your talents and form an integral part of Leonardo’s future. We can help you develop your skills and offer great opportunities to develop and grow, so why not join us.

International, multicultural, innovative, technological: this is Leonardo. The company’s passionate and talented team is strongly influenced by STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) expertise, with a diverse range of experience that enables colleagues to share knowledge and know-how across the generations.

Leonardo always wants to expand its talent pool, here you can find the right opportunity for you

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