Project Controls Engineer at Assystem Canada

Ipswich, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

28 Dec, 25

Salary

0.0

Posted On

29 Sep, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Project Controls, Risk Management, Cost Control, Estimating, Scheduling, Change Management, Earned Value Analysis, Stakeholder Management, Performance Reporting, Interpersonal Skills, Communication Skills, Problem Solving, Presentation Skills, Team Collaboration, Digital Innovation, Matrix Structure

Industry

Business Consulting and Services

Description

Company Description The UK government has pledged to reach carbon neutrality by 2050 and, as such, is pushing ahead with significant investment in nuclear and renewable energies. Assystem, as a leading provider of project management, design engineering & construction supervision services within the nuclear industry, has aligned its own strategy to support this switch to low-carbon energy, whilst also recognising transport and infrastructure systems to be a major factor in influencing the outcome of government policy. By acquiring Logikal in 2023, Assystem reaffirmed their commitment to the UK’s energy transition by combining strengths with a long-established provider of expertise to the transport & infrastructure sectors. We deliver professional services within PMO project delivery, particularly in the areas of project planning, project controls, risk management and enhanced business intelligence. Based on these solid foundations, our team continues to build on its existing capability and has ambitious plans to develop its reach within both the transport & infrastructure sectors and through the additional opportunities offered via the Assystem network within the nuclear sector. Our objectives will ultimately be defined by our ability to attract and retain those talented individuals who share our vision and wish to join us in shaping the future. Job Description Project Controls serves as a centre of excellence, managing and strategically using delivery performance management information. The team will enable successful delivery of the project through proactive Project Controls that drives forward-looking solutions to continuously improve performance. As a Project Controls Engineer, you will be working within either the Project Management Office (PMO) or one of the Delivery Programmes. The post holder will be ultimately responsible for either the complete Project Controls activities for a discrete area of scope or supporting Programme Controls Managers in the wider delivery of activities that support the Project Controls Execution Plan which ensures we operate and deliver controls within the governance structure, organisation and delivery model. They will ensure Project Controls activities being carried out in an efficient manor in accordance with calendars and deadlines. They will be proactive in their approach to driving innovation which will support Project Controls activities being ‘Digital by Default’. The candidate should have experience of working on a large-scale project environment and they will have experience of working in multiple Project Controls functions and understand how integrated Project Controls management information is achieved. This knowledge and their previous experience on major programmes and projects will enable them to assure and challenge outputs produced by the various project controls functions. They will be able to write and edit reporting narrative, so that reports all have a consistent style, and the narrative answers the ‘So What?’ question for Managers and Leadership. They will have experience of working with the supply chain, multi discipline teams and senior leadership to ensure that Project Controls activities are carried out effectively. They will also be comfortable to run month end Performance Reviews for their scope or cover the month end reviews for the Programme Controls Managers when required. They should be able to demonstrate their ability to handle multiple Project Controls activities, tasks or one of exercises that might be asked of them and ensure they can prioritize these for successful delivery. Principal Accountabilities Supporting Programme Controls Managers in the wider delivery of Project Controls activities. Be responsible for liaising with the supply chain and the assurance of their Project Controls information Co-ordination of Project Controls Functions to ensure the delivery of integrated Project Controls management information. To support the Programme Controls Manager with progress reporting including schedule updates, forecast to complete, variance identification and opportunities for improvement. Accountable for the on-time production and quality of month end Performance Reports Help to ensure the programme is viewed by the Construction Industry as an exemplar in Project Controls through knowledge sharing, networking and delivering presentations to the sector. Management of senior stakeholders related to the scope being controlled. Qualifications Essential All items detailed above in the Job Purpose and accountabilities section. Degree or equivalent qualification in business analysis, accounting, finance, construction, engineering or project management, or related technical field. A track record of working as a Project Controls Engineer on large and complex infrastructure projects. Experience of working within more than one of the Project Controls Functions of: cost control, estimating, scheduling, change management and risk management. Detailed understanding of earned value analysis. Experience of successfully working in a team matrix structure on a project. Experience with increasing responsibility showing an ability to manage stakeholders. Deliverables focused and an accomplished problem solver, rising to meet any challenge. Excellent presentation, influencing and facilitation skills. Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills. Desirable Active membership of AACE, PMI, APM or similar association with association certifications. User of a range of reporting and analytics software and project controls systems particularly Power BI. Understanding of various contract types, in particular the NEC suite and FIDIC. Experience in the Nuclear sector. Additional Information Benefits include: Pension scheme (8% company contribution / 4% personal contribution) 25 days’ paid annual leave + bank holidays + option to buy or sell days Professional fees reimbursed Flexible working Employee referral scheme #LI-Hybrid 3 days a week in London / Suffolk office Hybrid remote/in-office We are committed to equal treatment of candidates and promote, as well as foster all forms of diversity within our company. We believe that bringing together people with different backgrounds and perspectives is essential for creating innovative and impactful solutions. Skills, talent, and our people’s ability to dare are the only things that matter !. Bring your unique contributions and help us shape the future.

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Responsibilities

The Project Controls Engineer will manage and strategically use delivery performance management information to enable successful project delivery. They will be responsible for coordinating Project Controls functions and ensuring the quality and timeliness of performance reports.