Project Controller

PMO Operations

Cwmbran, Wales

Skills:

Project Controls, PMO, Planning, Scheduling, Risk Management, EVM, Reporting, Stakeholder Management

• Early finish on Fridays
• Competitive salary, annual bonus and pay review
• 25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays with option to buy/sell
• Strong pension scheme and life assurance
• Professional development, ongoing training and mentoring
• Onsite amenities: parking, restaurant, bicycle storage and showers
• Family‑friendly and accessible workplace policies

At Safran, excellence is a journey – we are a global leader in aerospace, defence and space, committed to diversity, innovation and opportunity to shape a sustainable future together.

We value diversity and inclusion, and are committed to fair and equitable employment practices for all employees and applicants.

As a Project Controller, you will support Programme and Senior Programme Managers to ensure effective delivery of projects across cost, schedule, quality and risk. This varied role provides exposure across programme controls, governance, and performance management, with opportunities to contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

Key responsibilities include:

• Supporting programme delivery through planning, scheduling and performance tracking
• Assisting with Earned Value Management (EVM), cost tracking (NRC/RC) and financial reporting
• Supporting risk management processes, including facilitating risk reviews and maintaining risk registers
• Producing and analysing KPI dashboards, reporting packs and customer deliverables
• Maintaining and improving programme governance processes and tools
• Supporting integrated programme schedules, including critical path analysis and reporting
• Assisting in continuous improvement initiatives across PMO and programme activities
• Providing guidance and support to stakeholders on project controls processes and best practices

You will work closely with stakeholders across the business, helping ensure programmes are delivered successfully and efficiently.

• Experience or exposure to project controls, PMO, or project support environments
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and produce reports
• Proactive and organised approach, with strong attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work with stakeholders at all levels
• Knowledge of planning tools, EVM or risk management processes
• A curious and proactive individual, with a strong interest in project delivery and a willingness to challenge and improve processes