Project Controls Manager

Permanent | Central London | Hybrid Working

Working on the Sizewell C Project:

Lead performance. Drive clarity. Shape delivery on one of the UK’s most significant nuclear infrastructure programmes.
We’re looking for a Project Controls Manager to play a key role in ensuring the successful delivery of the Sizewell C project. You’ll bring structure, insight and forward‑looking analysis across cost, schedule, risk, change and reporting - turning complex data into meaningful, actionable intelligence for project leadership.

What you’ll do:

• Manage and integrate all project controls functions across cost, schedule, risk, change and reporting.
• Produce high‑quality month‑end reporting and lead performance review sessions.
• Coordinate and assure project controls data from supply chain partners.
• Drive progress reporting, forecasting, variance analysis and opportunities for improvement.
• Present clear narrative and insight to senior stakeholders.
• Support digital‑first ways of working and continuous improvement in project controls delivery.

 

What you’ll bring:

• Strong experience delivering project controls across large, complex infrastructure programmes.
• Competence across multiple control functions - cost, estimating, planning, risk and change.
• Solid understanding of earned value analysis and performance measurement.
• Ability to lead within a matrix environment and influence senior stakeholders.
• Confident communicator with strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.

 

Desirable:

• Professional recognition (AACE, PMI, APM etc.).
• Experience with modern reporting/analytics tools such as Power BI.
• Knowledge of NEC/FIDIC contracts and/or nuclear sector experience.

 

Why apply?

You’ll join a supportive, forward‑thinking organisation that encourages innovation, collaboration and continuous development. Expect hybrid working, Central London office presence, strong career progression opportunities, and a culture that genuinely invests in its people.

 

About NRL
The NRL Group connect global companies with the right people to bring engineering projects to life. Supporting contracting companies with energy transition plans and working with our clients to create a cleaner, greener future.
 
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