A reputable defence organisation are urgently seeking experienced Project Controllers to support a busy programme team in Yeovil.
- Role: Project Controller
- Duration: 12 Months
- Pay: Up to £26 p/hr (Inside IR35 via Umbrella)
- Location: Yeovil
- Working Pattern: 4 days onsite (Flexible working times)
While project controls experience is beneficial, the key priority for this is for someone to possess strong Power BI capability, a strong analytical mindset, and the ability to hit the ground running without requiring significant supervision.
Key Responsibilities:
- Producing insightful reporting and dashboards using Power BI.
- Supporting Programme and Project Managers with schedule and performance reporting.
- Analysing project data to identify trends, risks, opportunities and variances.
- Maintaining programme schedules and supporting planning activities.
- Working with stakeholders across multiple functions to improve data quality and reporting accuracy.
- Supporting forecasting, schedule updates and project performance reviews.
- Providing clear and concise management information to support decision-making.
This role would suit candidates from Project Controls, PMO, Planning, Programme Support, Business Reporting or Data Analytics backgrounds who enjoy turning data into meaningful insights that support programme delivery.
Key Requirements:
- Aerospace, defence, engineering or manufacturing sector experience.
- Strong analytical and organisational skills with excellent attention to detail.
- Experience using Power BI for reporting and data analysis is essential
- Experience with Microsoft Project, SAP or similar planning and scheduling tools.
- Risk management and schedule forecasting experience.
- Ability to work with multiple stakeholders across a complex programme environment.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to influence and build relationships.
If you're data driven, confident with Power BI, have exposure to MS Project, and are the type of person who takes initiative rather than waits for direction, apply now!
