PMO Project Engineer

Role Overview We are seeking a digitally-enabled Cost / Project Controls Engineer to support complex, mission-critical programmes. This role goes beyond traditional cost engineering, focusing on data-driven decision making, integrated digital controls, and advanced analytics across major capital projects. You will play a key role in building intelligent cost and risk insights, leveraging modern project controls tools, data integration, and visualisation platforms to enhance programme performance, predictability, and governance.

Key Responsibilities Digital Cost & Performance Management Develop and manage digitally integrated cost baselines aligned to WBS/CBS structures across complex programmes Apply Earned Value Management (EVM) using modern toolsets and automated data flows to track performance in near real time Produce Forecast at Completion (FAC) using data-led forecasting techniques and scenario modelling Data & Analytics Design and maintain project controls dashboards and visualisations (e.g. Power BI, Tableau) to provide cost, schedule, and risk insight Enable data integration across systems (e.g. Primavera P6, ERP, cost management tools) to establish a single source of truth Support the development of predictive analytics models for cost forecasting and programme performance Change & Cost Control Manage digital change control workflows, ensuring traceability across time, cost, and scope Implement robust cost control processes, including accruals management, commitments tracking, and variance analysis Maintain structured, auditable datasets to support governance in regulated environments Integrated Project Controls Align cost engineering with schedule and risk data to deliver integrated project controls capability Collaborate with planning and risk teams to support quantitative risk analysis (QRA) and scenario modelling Support programme reporting through automated reporting tools and digital controls frameworks Governance & Assurance Ensure compliance with regulated, safety-critical standards Support internal and external audits through structured, high-quality data and reporting Contribute to continuous improvement of digital project controls maturity Candidate Profile Essential Experience 8-12 years' experience in project controls or cost engineering on major programmes Strong expertise in:
Earned Value Management (EVM) CBS/WBS integration Forecast at Completion (FAC) Accruals and cost reporting Change and cost control frameworks Experience working in highly regulated or safety-critical environments (e.g. nuclear, defence, infrastructure) Digital & Technical Skills

Experience with project controls and cost tools, such as:
Primavera P6 and associated planning systems ERP and cost management platforms (e.g. Eco Sys, SAP, Oracle) Strong capability in data analysis and visualisation (e.g. Power BI, Tableau) Understanding of data integration and working with structured datasets Exposure to automation, scripting, or digital transformation initiatives is desirable

Desirable Experience in quantitative risk analysis (QSRA/QCRA) Familiarity with digital engineering or BIM environments Security clearance, or eligibility to obtain it What Makes This Role Different Focus on digital-first project controls rather than traditional cost engineering alone Opportunity to work on nationally significant, mission-critical programmes Involvement in building next-generation project controls capability, including automation, analytics, and integrated data environments Success in Role Success in this role will depend on your ability to:
Translate complex cost data into clear, actionable insight Improve predictability through analytics and integrated data Operate effectively in a high-governance, high-stakes environment Drive continuous improvement through digital innovation