Project Control Manager

Helensburgh, Argyle & Bute, Scotland, UK

37.5 hours p/week predominantly on site + 4 day work week option

This Project Finance & Controls Manager role offers an exciting opportunity to join a high-profile programme within a dynamic and fast-paced environment, supporting the delivery of complex and strategically important projects.

The position provides broad exposure across programme finance, operational controls, customer engagement, and performance management, while working alongside experienced stakeholders across Finance, PMO, and Programme teams.

The Project Finance & Controls Manager will be responsible for Finance Business Operational Control within a new programme.

The successful candidate will possess a strong understanding of contract obligations, financial reporting, and programme performance management within complex project environments.

The role will interface regularly with the customer, supporting the effective management of billing activities, CDRLs, KPIs, proposals, amendments, and wider programme financial controls.

Responsibilities will also include supporting Earned Value Management (EVM), financial performance reporting, forecasting, and operational control activities across NSS and Space programmes, working closely with the PMO and wider programme teams to drive successful delivery and commercial performance.

• Manage programme billing activities and support accurate and timely financial reporting
• Support customer change management activities, including pricing analysis and proposal support
• Manage and maintain the Customer Finance Model (CFM)
• Support Earned Value Management (EVM) reporting and programme performance analysis
• Monitor and track programme KPIs and financial metrics
• Support forecasting and financial planning activities across the programme lifecycle
• Track programme rates and support financial variance analysis
• Support hedging activities and associated financial controls
• Work collaboratively with PMO, Finance, and Programme teams to support operational and commercial objectives

• Strong communication, stakeholder engagement, and presentation skills
• Advanced MS Office capability, particularly within Excel
• Experience in financial control, forecasting, and performance reporting within complex programme environments
• Contract and sub-contract management experience
• Working knowledge of Earned Value Management (EVM)
• Experience in project cost control and programme performance reporting
• Strong analytical capability with excellent attention to detail
• Ability to work effectively across cross-functional and customer-facing environments

• Defence and Space industry experience
• Experience working directly with customers and external stakeholders
• Knowledge of standard costing methodologies

Bachelors degree from an accredited college in a related discipline, or equivalent experience/combined education, with 10 years of professional experience; or 8 years of professional experience with a related Masters degree. Considered an emerging authority.

Lockheed Martin is committed to upholding principles of equal opportunity, fostering a work environment that is aligned with our core values of integrity, respect, and exceptional performance. We recognize the importance of leveraging the unique talents and experiences of all our employees to drive innovation, deliver superior solutions, and maximize value for our customers. Our focus is on identifying the most qualified candidate for each role, regardless of their background.

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