Project Controls Specialist - Outside IR35 in Burnley

Join us. Unleash your energy within. If you have world-class ambitions to reach the stars while keeping your feet on the ground, we’re the team for you. We’ve created a new breed of company – future-focused with reimagined ambition across all disciplines within the energy sector.

We love people who know their own potential and are not afraid to use it. We know that together, we’re far more than the sum of our parts. So, we celebrate people who want to grow and develop as we work together on some of the largest projects on the energy world stage.

We are committed to our diverse and inclusive community – a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop. From day one, we offer a range of family-friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, and employee networks to support staff from different backgrounds.

As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We’re a disability-friendly employer and can make adjustments to support you to perform at your best during the recruitment process.

Our purpose and beliefs: As Kent, we’re tackling the greatest challenge of our time - to bring our world the energy it needs in the most responsible way ever imagined. It’s the energy of every member of our team driven by our beliefs that is making this happen. These beliefs define and direct us every day to be the very best - for ourselves, our clients, our key stakeholders, the communities we operate in and the planet:

• We PLAY BIG
• We thrive on EMOTIONAL AGILITY
• We are FANATICAL ABOUT PERFORMANCE
• We are built on INFINITE THINKING

We recognise that diversity & inclusion are catalysts for success. We’re heightening awareness on the benefits of people diversity, diversity of experiences and diversity of our perspectives. Creating a culture of inclusivity where all employees feel a sense of belonging. Our combined energy is fueled by different nationalities, across 6 continents and 24 countries. Our commitment is to celebrate character – no matter what ethnic background, gender, age, religion, identity, or disability.

Scope of Work: Kent is looking for a Project Controls Specialist to provide specialist project controls services on a major/complex EPC project, focusing on implementing effective controls, forecasting, and reporting to support the client in achieving successful delivery. This is for 12 months at our Engineering office based in Woking. We follow a hybrid working model that combines office and remote work, with a requirement to be in the Woking office four days a week. This approach supports the development of a strong and effective team dynamic within Engineering.

Key Requirements:

• Project reporting, forecasting, cost management, and cashflow optimisation.
• Development and baselining of the project schedule.
• Implementation of document control and administration processes aligned with contractual requirements.
• Establishment of change management controls to protect budget and hours.
• Oversight of information management systems to ensure effective data flow.
• Delivery of progress reports and early warnings on performance risks.
• Independent leadership and guidance across planning, cost, and document control functions.
• Advisory support to the Engineering Management Team on risks, constraints, and project controls.
• Preparation of documentation to support variations, claims, and dispute resolution.
• Input to commercial negotiations by advising on project control considerations.
• Assurance that processes meet quality and compliance standards, including audit support.
• Ongoing identification of risks, opportunities, and efficiencies to enhance project delivery.
• Significant years of relevant industry experience.
• Demonstrable experience (8 Years and/or 2 No’s of Projects executed) of delivering FEED and/or EPC phase Detailed Design projects as a Project Controls Specialist within the Oil and Gas and/or New Energy and/or Renewable Industry.
• Preferable (but not essential) for candidates to have a blend of FEED and EPC experience.
• Degree Educated in Engineering related field preferred.
• Strong leadership and people management skills (noting empathy is a critical skill we value) with a proven ability to positively influence project delivery and build high-performing integrated teams for both the home office execution teams and our exceptional Global Engineering Centres.
• Delegate authority and responsibility effectively.
• Shows enthusiasm for the development of personnel within the Project team, supporting Project team members to achieve their defined personal and career development plan.
• Strong client and stakeholder management skills, ability to influence in a calm and professional manner.
• Commercially focused, with demonstrability ability manage Cost forecasting, managing Project Change effectively.
• Excellent knowledge of Planning and Project Controls methodologies; utilizing analytical data for status assessment and/or decision making.
• Excellent knowledge of FEED and EPC contracts.
• A strong and effective decision Specialist, guiding team when required.
• Ensures decisions for key elements are recorded formally for auditable trail.
• A strategic thinker, ability to foresee potential issues and proactively manage risk and opportunities throughout the Project.