Senior Project Controller

Job Description:

Your impact

We are looking for an experienced Senior Project Controller to join our team in CS3. The CS3 Project Controls team is undergoing an exciting transformation in our ways of working - this is a high visibility opportunity to work across our Sectors to embed good practices as well as work within our IPT teams.  If you have a background in data governance & remediation, then we are particularly keen to hear from you!

Accountabilities include:

Delivers Project Controls on Projects through the application of consistent processes, methods, governance and provision of guidance to the wider IPT in line with Leonardo processes

Ownership of the Project Schedules - drive and promote optimal schedule quality and best practice management techniques including application of schedule risk analysis at all stages of the project lifecycle

Apply resource scheduling techniques to optimise schedules, identify and resolve conflicts

Lead Project Controls for the establishment and management of schedule focused activities in the bid phase to ensure best practice is followed, risks managed, a schedule which identifies the costs and optimal resource profile is delivered and ensures schedules can transition to execution with minimal impact

Conduct what if analysis  to drive decision taking and risk mitigation, making recommendations to the IPT as appropriate

Application of Schedule Risk Analysis techniques including identification, methods of analysis and recommendations for project team on how to manage/mitigate

Apply Project Controls metrics and measures (inc EV) and reports to IPT / PCM on the outcomes, alongside recommendations to address issues

Actively contribute to IPT and Business area Project reviews (PPRP, Schedule Reviews etc) through delivering the Project Controls inputs

Build and maintain good working relationships with all functions across applicable Projects in order to influence project activities

We want to find the best person for the role, so you can based in any of our UK sites. Our Edinburgh team has a buzzy on-site presence, so you’ll be on site 2 days a week if Edinburgh based. All other locations are office based on an ad hoc basis. As a multi-site team, occasional travel will be required to support your IPT teams.

What you’ll bring

Comprehensive and demonstrable Project Controls/ Planning experience with experience in all aspects of planning, project controls and  knowledge of project management methodologies

Demonstrated experience using techniques and procedures e.g. Earned Value, Work Breakdown Structure and Network Planning

Proficient on SAP/Primavera Tool for planning and project management elements or similar planning tool

Breadth of understanding in all parts of lifecycle and experience in the phases of initiation, planning and execution

Ability to influence internal stakeholders, using data and analysis to support line of reasoning

Works independently, in compliance with all procedures and able to recognise appropriate escalation scenarios

Good business knowledge to suggest and analyse what-if scenarios

Holds APMG Project Controls Foundation and Practitioner Level Certification or meets the criteria to undertake this training

Security Clearance

 This role is subject to pre-employment screening in line with the UK Government’s Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). An additional range of Personnel Security Controls referred to as National Security Vetting (NSV) may apply, this could include meeting the eligibility requirements for The Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV). For more information and guidance please visit: https://careers.uk.leonardo.com/gb/en/security-and-vetting

Why join us

At Leonardo, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a comprehensive, company-funded benefits package that supports your wellbeing, career development, and work–life balance. Whether you're looking to grow professionally, care for your health, or plan for the future, we’re here to help you thrive.

 • Time to Recharge: Enjoy generous leave with the opportunity to accrue up to 12 additional flexi-days each year.

• Secure your Future: Benefit from our award-winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution.

• Your Wellbeing Matters: Free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee-led networks championing inclusion and diversity (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Armed Forces, Carers, Wellbeing and Ethnicity).

• Rewarding Performance: All employees at management level and below are eligible for our bonus scheme.

• Never Stop Learning: Free access to 4,000+ online courses via Coursera and LinkedIn Learning.

• Refer a friend: Receive a financial reward through our referral programme.

• Tailored Perks: Spend up to £500 annually on flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech & lifestyle discounts, gym memberships and more.

• Flexible working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part time opportunities, please talk to us about what might be possible for this role.

For a full list of our company benefits please visit our website.

Leonardo is a global leader in Aerospace, Defence, and Security. Headquartered in Italy, we employ over 53,000 people worldwide including 8,500 across 9 sites in the UK. Our employees are not just part of a team—they are key contributors to shaping innovation, advancing technology, and enhancing global safety.

At Leonardo we are committed to building an inclusive, accessible, and welcoming workplace. We believe that a diverse workforce sparks creativity, drives innovation, and leads to better outcomes for our people and our customers. If you have any accessibility requirements to support you during the recruitment process, just let us know.

Be part of something bigger - apply now!

Primary Location:

GB - Edinburgh

Additional Locations:

GB - Basildon, GB - Bristol - Coldharbour Lane, GB - Luton - Cap. Green 300, GB - Southampton

Contract Type:

Permanent

Hybrid Working:

Hybrid