Assistant Project Controls Engineer

Assistant Project Controls Engineer

Location: RG7 4PR
, between Reading and Basingstoke, free on‑site parking.

Package: Salary £30,450 - £45,670 (based on suitability, qualifications, and experience).

Working pattern: AWE operates a 9‑day working fortnight. Flexible working requests are considered.

As a Assistant Project Controls Engineer
, you will support the implementation of P3M and enterprise‑wide cost project controls, working with Task Managers to provide a credible, high‑quality project controls service.

• Maintain accurate cost and planning data within AWE systems
• Prepare monthly project reports aligned to business rhythm
• Support creation of cost forecasts, estimates, schedules, bases of estimate/schedule
• Assist with risk management and cost modelling
• Build strong working relationships with internal stakeholders
• Review technical, engineering, and supply‑chain artefacts
• Deliver project control artefacts in line with AWE procedures and guidelines
• Assure the quality of project controls outputs
• Support continuous improvement of P3M capability
• Uphold high personal standards in Safety, Security, Environment & Quality

• Graduate‑level qualification or equivalent experience
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Good organisation, attention to detail, and commitment to quality
• Competence with MS Office tools
• Analytical mindset with strong attention to detail

• Aware of project controls concepts, including planning, cost engineering, cost estimating, and risk
• Demonstrable technical knowledge of the Product Lifecycle and Project Controls
• Analytical mind including good attention to detail

• 9‑day working fortnight – every other Friday off, plus 270 hours annual leave
• Market‑leading contributory pension scheme (AWE contributions 9‑13%)
• Family friendly policies:
  Maternity leave – 39 weeks full pay;
  Paternity leave – 4 weeks full pay
• Professional career development support, including funding for annual membership of relevant professional bodies
• Employee Assistance Programme and Occupational Health Services
• Life Assurance (four times annual salary)
• Access to savings on a wide range of everyday spending
• Special Leave Policy – paid time off for volunteering, public service, and caring

Full details are available on the Working at AWE page and the AWE Benefits Guide
.

We focus on potential, fit with our values, and transferable skills. Even if you don’t tick every box, if you feel this role and AWE are a great fit, please apply.

• Apply promptly to avoid disappointment; the role will close if applications are high.
• Security clearance will be funded by AWE. You must be a British Citizen and have resided in the UK for 5 years (SC clearance) or 10 years (DV).
• We welcome requests for adjustments or accommodations during the recruitment process.
• Interviews are typically conducted via Teams and usually consist of one stage.

We aim to create inclusive workplaces and encourage diverse applicants. All inclusion information provided will be stored in accordance with GDPR and kept separate from the application or CV.

Please note that you must be a British Citizen to apply for a role with us.