Npi Project Controller

**Job Description Summary**: Reporting into the NPI Value Stream Leader, the NPI Project Controller is responsible for developing, maintenance and modification of the work breakdown structure (WBS) and the associated detailed schedules and combining these into an integrated master schedule, (IMS). Working with the cross functional team and associated team leaders to develop resource allocations and an associated resource plan.

The controller will assist the Programme Manager (PM) in developing budget plans, (time and material), and associated phasing. Will support the development of risk and opportunity management plans. This role has a requirement for strong integration, communication and teamworking skills.
- Development, maintenance and modification of the programme WBS.
- Works with the business functional areas to validate and resource schedules to support total project execution.
- Supports the development of resource plans and associated phasing, working alongside the PM and Human Resource teams to support the needs of the project.
- Supports the development and maintenance of project budgets, (in combination with the project financial accountant and PM), for internal reporting, forecasting and customer billing.
- Supports the development, maintenance and execution of risk and opportunity management plans.
- Updates risk and opportunity management plans, and helps develop budgetary risk contingency and management reserve values. Supports bid and proposal estimates for new opportunities or scope changes, using work breakdown structure methodologies to estimate the labour and material requirements and support the company strategic planning process.
- Development and maintenance of visual metrics and critical Key Program Indicator (KPIs) to enable tracking of project progress, including milestone adherence, budget adherence, cost to complete and if required Cost Performance Index and Schedule Performance Index. Supports the running of project team meetings when the PM is unavailable.
- Supports special roles within the business as needed.

**Job role requirements**:

- Qualified to degree level (preferably with a STEM related degree)
- Experience in a Aerospace project management or support role
- Certification PMP or APM or PRINCE 2 desirable

**Desired characteristics**:

- Prior experience with New Product Development (NPI), process
- Prior experience working in a cross functional matrix environment
- Prior experience with Lean management system
- Strong success in working across the business functions
- Strong business & financial acumen
- Strong customer mindset
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Strong interpersonal skills.

**Flexible Working**

GE supports and encourages flexible working arrangements, where possible, and recognises the benefits to employees of having a positive work-life balance.

**Total Reward**

At GE Aviation we understand the importance of Total Reward. Our flexible benefits plan, called FlexChoice, gives you freedom, choice and flexibility in the way you receive your benefits, as well as giving you the opportunity to make savings where possible.

As a new joiner to GE we are pleased to be able to offer you the following as default in your benefit fund, which you then can tailor to meet your individual needs;
- Non-contributory Pension
- Life Assurance
- Group income protection
- Private medical cover
- Holiday Hourly equivalent of 26 days, with flexible option to buy or sell

**Security Clearance**

Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance is required and must be maintained for this role. Please note that in the event that BPSS clearance cannot be obtained, you may not be eligible for the role and/or any offer of employment may be withdrawn on grounds of national security. Please see the link below for further details regarding the requirements for BPSS clearance: BPSS

**Right to Work**

**Additional Information**:
**Relocation Assistance Provided**:No