Senior Project Controls Engineer

Bristol, Gloucestershire
JAM Recruitment Ltd

I’m looking for experienced Senior Project Controls Engineers that specialise in Planning & Scheduling, to join their practice in Bristol. This is an excellent opportunity to work on major capital programmes across defence, construction, and infrastructure sectors, supporting high-profile and technically complex projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, maintain, and manage detailed project schedules using Primavera P6
• Provide planning and scheduling expertise across the full project lifecycle
• Interface with project managers, engineers, and stakeholders to ensure accurate progress tracking
• Analyse project performance, identifying risks, delays, and mitigation strategies
• Support reporting processes, including earned value analysis and schedule forecasting
• Ensure alignment with contractual and programme requirements

Requirements:

• Proven experience in a Project Controls or Planning & Scheduling role on major capital projects
• Advanced user of Oracle Primavera P6
• Experience within Defence, Construction, or Infrastructure sectors
• Strong understanding of NEC and/or JCT contracts
• Excellent analytical and communication skills
• Willingness to travel to project sites across the UK, including locations such as London, Barrow-in-Furness, and Glasgow
• Eligibility for UK security clearance (due to the nature of the projects)

What’s on Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunity to work on nationally significant projects
• Career development within a respected and growing consultancy
• Exposure to a diverse portfolio of complex programmes

If you’re a highly skilled planning professional looking to take the next step in your career, we’d love to hear from you.