Project Controls Specialist

17 hours ago

Farringdon, Greater London, United Kingdom Southern Housing Full time

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated
Project Controls Specialist
to join our
Building Safety Directorate
and support the delivery of a large-scale external wall remediation programme. Reporting directly to the Programme Manager, this role is central to ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

As the engine room of project performance, you will be responsible for developing and maintaining robust project control frameworks. This includes detailed scheduling, cost tracking, performance measurement, and reporting. You will work closely with internal project managers, external consultants, contractors, and cost consultants to ensure all aspects of project control are aligned and integrated.

Your responsibilities will include preparing project dashboards and reports, identifying critical paths and risks, and recommending mitigation strategies. You will support change control processes, maintain comprehensive documentation for audit purposes, and ensure compliance with programme standards and contractual obligations.

This is a high-impact role offering the opportunity to contribute directly to the safety and wellbeing of our residents. If you are a detail-oriented and proactive professional with a passion for project excellence, we would love to hear from you.

This role is based at our head office in
Farringdon
, with the option to work in a hybrid manner. Some visits to sites and other offices might be needed based on the locations part of the programme's scope.

What You'll Need

  • Proven experience in construction project controls, including earned value management, within residential or building safety programmes
  • Advanced data analysis, forecasting, and reporting skills, with strong Microsoft 365suite expertise
  • Excellent negotiation, influencing, presentation, and stakeholder management abilities
  • Solid understanding of risk management and change control processes
  • Degree level or qualification in a relevant field plus PRINCE2, APM, or PMI practitioner accreditation (professional membership desirable)
  • Solution-focused mindset with a pragmatic approach to problem solving

In your supporting statement, it is important that you address how you meet each of the above
six criteria
providing real examples.

Closing Date:
9th of November (Sunday) at 23:59
Shortlisting Date:
week commencing 10th of November 2025
Interview Date:
19th and 20th of November 2025
Please note:
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications. We encourage you to submit your application and supporting statement as soon as possible so your application can be reviewed and considered.

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