Project Controller

About the job

Stevenage

With the recent growth across our Project Control function, we are looking for enthusiastic and motivated Project Planners and Project Controllers of varying levels to join our team, where you will have an opportunity to grow your skills and develop your career within a collaborative and supportive environment

Job Title: Project Controller

Please note: Automatic promotion is not guaranteed

Dynamic (hybrid) working: 2-3 days per week on-site, due to workload classification

The opportunity:

With the recent growth across our Project Control function, we are looking for enthusiastic and motivated Project Planners and Project Controllers of varying levels to join our team, where you will have an opportunity to grow your skills and develop your career within a collaborative and supportive environment

What we're looking for from you:

• Varying levels of planning experience - ranging from detailed planning to summary level milestone delivery plans.
• Capability in creating and maintaining project structures (WBS/CBS/OBS)
• Experience in generating and analysing project performance data (schedule, resource, cost).
• Ability to perform and analyse SRA/Critical Path Analysis/EVM
• Motivation to determine root cause and identify corrective action
• Knowledge of Baseline Management and Change Control
• Accountability of project data – owning the quality of the project control reporting suite
• Ability to influence, work independently and be part of an integrated multi-functional team
• Clear communication skills and the ability to foster collaborative working relationships with colleagues at all levels
• Ability to prioritise workload and manage conflicting demands

Whilst not essential, it would be beneficial if you have the following:

• Experience of Project Management Toolsets (SAP/ARM/Primavera/Oracle Unifier)
• Understanding and involvement in Project Estimate at Completion/Forecast Cost at Completion reviews.
• Risk & Opportunities /What- If analysis
• Understanding of resource loaded schedules

Our Business:

We respect new perspectives and experiences, and we value our collaborative ways of working. We are committed to growing and supporting diversity in our workforce and ensuring everyone has an equal opportunity to reach their potential.   MBDA is proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity and more…

We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. We also welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements.

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