Project Controller

Project Controller – Bolton

Copello is excited to partner with a leading defence client experiencing significant growth in their Project Control function. We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Project Controller to join a collaborative, forward-thinking environment within the manufacturing sector. This is a

fantastic opportunity to develop your career with a company that invests in its people.

Location: Bolton (Hybrid – 2-3 days per week on-site)

Security Clearance: British Citizen or Dual UK National with British Citizenship

Your Role:

As a Project Controller, you will play a key role in ensuring projects are delivered on time, on budget, and to the highest standards. Your responsibilities will include:

• Project Health – Assessing project performance, identifying risks, and providing solutions.
• Schedule Assessment – Ensuring project schedules are accurate, coherent, and aligned with planning principles.
• Integrated Baseline Management – Driving the creation of an Integrated Baseline Schedule to support successful project delivery.
• Cost Control & EAC – Validating project costs and forecasts to maintain financial accuracy.
• Risk & Opportunity Management – Leading Schedule Risk Analysis (SRA) and identifying mitigation strategies.
• New Business Support – Playing an active role in bid teams to ensure strong project management fundamentals are in place.

What We’re Looking For:

• Proven experience in project planning – from detailed scheduling to milestone delivery.
• Manufacturing experience within the defence or complex engineering sector.
• Strong knowledge of project structures (WBS/CBS/OBS) and project performance analysis.
• Ability to conduct Critical Path Analysis, SRA, and Earned Value Management (EVM).
• Experience with SAP, ARM, Primavera, Oracle Unifier, or similar tools.
• A proactive, problem-solving mindset with strong influencing skills.
• Bonus Skills (Desirable but Not Essential):
• Experience in EAC/Forecast Cost at Completion reviews.
• Knowledge of Risk & Opportunity / What-If analysis.
• Understanding of resource-loaded schedules.

Why Join Us?

• Salary of £40-60k
• Bonuses – Up to £2,500 company bonus (performance-based).
• Pension – Generous employer & employee contribution up to 14%.
• Overtime – Paid overtime opportunities.
• Enhanced Parental Leave – Up to 26 weeks maternity, adoption, and shared parental leave, plus additional support for paternity, neonatal, and fertility treatments.
• On-Site Facilities – Subsidised meals, free parking, and more!
• Training & Career Growth – Clear career progression and development opportunities.