Project Controls Engineer

Project Controls Engineer - Nuclear Energy

Take the lead on project controls for a nationally significant programme and help shape the future of the nuclear energy sector.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Project Controls professional to join a high-performing team delivering complex infrastructure projects. You will work across cost, schedule, risk, change and performance, providing the insights that drive effective decision-making and successful project delivery.

• Coordinate project controls across cost, schedule, risk and change management.
• Produce performance reports, schedule updates, forecasts and variance analysis.
• Liaise with supply chain partners to assure project controls information.
• Deliver high-quality month-end performance reporting and reviews.
• Support senior stakeholders with clear project performance insights.
• Drive continuous improvement and promote project controls best practice.

• Proven experience as a Project Controls Engineer on major infrastructure projects.
• Strong knowledge across cost, planning, risk, change and performance management.
• Sound understanding of Earned Value Management.
• Experience managing stakeholders within complex matrix organisations.
• Excellent analytical, communication, presentation and facilitation skills.
• Degree qualified or equivalent in Engineering, Construction, Project Management, Finance, Business or a related discipline.
• Nuclear, energy or major infrastructure experience is desirable.
• Experience with Power BI, NEC/FIDIC contracts or project controls systems is advantageous.

The nuclear energy sector offers the opportunity to work on complex, future-focused programmes that support national infrastructure, energy security and long-term sustainability.

• Competitive market rates
• Excellent benefits package
• Strong career progression opportunities
• Long-term sector stability
• Work on nationally significant programmes
• Exposure to complex infrastructure projects
• Supportive and collaborative culture
• Flexible and hybrid working options
• Professional development and membership support
• Opportunity to make a genuine industry impact

Our Client is a global leader in advanced engineering and innovative technology solutions, delivering complex programmes across science, security and sustainability. Their culture is built around safety, integrity, inclusion and collaboration, with a strong focus on developing people and creating an environment where individuals can grow and succeed.