Regional Planning and Project Controller

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Regional Planning and Project Controller to join our vibrant, inclusive community that celebrates our differences and makes a real impact across our Scotland and Northern Ireland portfolios.

What will the role offer? Working at Amey puts you at the center of an expert team, with the opportunity to provide strategic leadership across planning, programme controls, governance and performance management for major Highways and Infrastructure portfolios. In this senior leadership role, you will own the Programme Controls Strategy, develop capability, embed robust processes and provide high‑quality insight to senior leadership to support operational performance, commercial value and successful outcomes across complex infrastructure programmes.

We offer a range of flexible working practices, including hybrid, part‑time and flexible working patterns, and are open to discussing working options that match your needs.

What you will be doing:

• You will lead the Planning and Project Controls strategy across Highways and Infrastructure programmes.
• You will develop, implement and continuously improve programme controls frameworks, standards and assurance processes.
• You will provide senior leadership across planning, scheduling, cost control, risk management, change control, resource management and completion management.
• You will oversee integrated programme and project schedules, including critical path analysis, baseline management, progress measurement and forecasting.
• You will produce high‑quality reporting for senior leadership, including dashboards, KPIs, variance analysis, trend insights and forward‑looking forecasts.
• You will provide constructive challenge to project teams on delivery confidence, resource assumptions, commercial impacts and risk exposure.
• You will work closely with commercial, finance, procurement and operational delivery teams to ensure planning and controls activity supports delivery, value and risk management.
• You will act as a senior interface with clients, suppliers, delivery partners and internal leadership teams, influencing through clear communication, credible analysis and strategic insight.
• You will champion a proactive safety culture and support compliance with organisational safety policies and reporting requirements.

We want to hear from you if you have:

• Significant senior‑level experience in programme or project planning and project controls within Highways, Infrastructure or major capital delivery environments.
• A track record of leading planning and controls functions across large programmes or portfolios.
• Strong understanding of cost management, schedule management, risk, change, estimating and value management.
• Experience developing and embedding governance frameworks, processes and reporting standards.
• Confidence using data to provide senior‑level insight, challenge and recommendations.
• Strong leadership capability, including experience managing teams through complexity and change.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to influence at all organisational levels.
• Advanced capability in planning and controls tools such as Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, Excel, Power BI and other relevant systems.
• A degree in a relevant discipline, equivalent demonstrable experience, or membership of a relevant professional body with Chartered Status.

We welcome applications from a diverse range of candidates. If you have most, but not all, of these skills and experiences, we encourage you to apply, and we will provide development or training to support you.

Why Join Us? At Amey, we don’t just offer jobs, we offer opportunities to build fulfilling careers. As one of the top 1% of employers recognised by Investors in People, we are committed to your professional growth and wellbeing. Here’s what you can expect when you join our team:

• Competitive Salary: Enjoy a competitive annual salary with the potential for yearly reviews to ensure you’re rewarded for your contributions.
• Company Car: Select from an electric company vehicle or receive a generous car allowance, supporting our ambitious journey to carbon net zero!
• Career Growth: Propel your career with clear, dynamic advancement opportunities.
• Training Opportunities: Unlock your potential with comprehensive training, including fully funded tailored to your growth.
• Personal Development Opportunities: Advance your personal growth through mentorship and access to our award‑winning programs like our Leadership Development, Women@Amey, and Multicultural Leadership programs.
• Pension: Benefit from a generous pension scheme with company contributions for your future peace of mind.
• Holidays: Enjoy at least 25 days of holiday plus bank holidays, and the opportunity to buy further 5 days!
• Flexible Benefits: Customise your benefits package with options like additional leave, cycle‑to‑work schemes, charitable giving, and gym memberships.
• Exclusive Discounts: Access our online portal filled with discounts from leading retailers, healthcare services, and more, helping you save on the things that matter.
• Social Impact: Take part in our community initiatives with 2x paid volunteering days a year, plus other opportunities to support fundraising and local projects.

To find out more, visit amey.co.uk/careers.

Application Guidance: At Amey, we value a culture of diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from individuals who are passionate about making a positive impact, no matter their background, gender, race, or personal circumstances. We believe everyone deserves the opportunity to shine. As a Disability Confident leader, we’re proud to offer applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role.