Project Controller

Job Description

Job Title: Project ControllerLocation: Rosyth, UK - agile workingCompensation: £31,534 - £37,413 per annum + BenefitsRole Type: Full time / FTC of 72 weeksRole ID: SF44834Build the futureAt Babcock were working to create a safe and secure world, together, and if you join us, you can play your part as a Project Controller at RosythAs an international defence company, we support and enhance our customers defence and security capabilities and critical assets, meeting their requirements of value for money, increased availability, modernisation, and flexibility Marine Engineering & Systems The Project Controller role is based within Marine Engineering & Systems. Our Marine Engineering & Systems (MES) business unit is expanding rapidly with complex, high-profile defence projects including Type 31 Frigate Design & Build Programme. Therefore, we are looking to grow our existing team, building on a well-establishedfoundation of over 700 staff across the UK.The Type 31 Project will deliver 5 general purpose, global, adaptable and exportable frigates to the Royal Navy designed to undertake a range of operational tasks from maritime security, humanitarian aid and disaster relief and defence engagement to operationin a high threat environment. The Project is the pathfinder and cornerstone of the National Shipbuilding Strategy and will be delivered in an innovative manner at pace with all 5 ships to be in-service by Dec 2028. The roleThe difference our new Project Controller will make As a Project Controller youll have a role thats out of the ordinary. Were looking for you to bring, or develop, previous experience with reporting and performance management, to support the Type 31 project.Day to day, youll support across schedule management, change management, document management, developing Project Packs, reporting metrics, and liaising with relevant discipline leads within the project. You will develop, implement, and maintain the projectbaseline budgets including cost control account plans and responsibility assignment matrix. Develop and maintain Project Risk & Opportunity registers and manage the mitigation actions for areas of responsibility. Support with Contract Management and ChangeManagement, ensuring the Programmes processes are being followed ensuring swift and controlled implementation. Whilst understanding limitations within Contract, and support teams within those limitations.We offer flexible working to give people more options to better integrate their work and personal life, whilst ensuring that business needs are met. This role provides a hybrid working arrangement with a few days a week spent on site and at home.We offer flexible working to give people more options to better integrate their work and personal life, whilst ensuring that business needs are met. This role provides a hybrid working arrangement with a few days a week spent on site and at home.Experience

• IT literate, able to use Excel.
• APM/ Prince2 equivalent would be beneficial but not essential.
• Ideally will have previous experience in Project Controls such as: Budgets & Cost control, Change Management, Earned Value Management, and Contract Management

What we offerGenerous benefits including:

• Generous holiday allowance of 25 days plus 8 bank holidays
• Reservist in the armed forces receive 10 days special paid leave
• Matched contribution pension scheme up to 8% of salary, with life assurance
• Working from home and flexible work patterns
• Employee assistance programme supporting physical, mental, and financial wellbeing
• Flexible benefits, including cycle to work scheme, discounts, and our Share Ownership Scheme
• Trusted and empowered to be at your best

Babcock International For over 130 years, we have helped to defend nations, protect communities, and build a better world. To continue, we must adapt, advance and be a sustainable business with a shared goal. Change begins with our people and our shared Principles: be curious;be courageous; own and deliver; think: outcomes; collaborate; and be kind. These values not only guide the way we work, but also our efforts to reach net-zero carbon. Yes, our ambitions are big, but together, we can achieve themArmed Forces CovenantWe are proud to support the Armed Forces community by honouring the Armed Forces Covenant. If you are a reservist in the armed forces, we provide up to ten days special paid leave in support of your training commitments.Application GuidanceAll applications should be made online. If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages, please let us know. Were committed to building an inclusive culture where everyones free to thrive. We arehappy to talk about flexible working - please ask about alternative patterns of work at interview.