At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead planning and project controls for complex engineering projects, driving data-led decision making.
- Company: Join a dynamic team within a leading infrastructure and energy company.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, travel allowance, flexible benefits, and a strong pension plan.
- Other info: Champion a Safety First culture and enjoy a supportive work environment with excellent career growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by enhancing project delivery and influencing business strategy.
- Qualifications: Proven leadership in planning, expertise in Primavera P6 or Asta Powerproject, and experience in major sectors.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 75000 £ per year.
We are looking for a Planning & Project Controls Lead to join our regional Senior Leadership Team and take ownership of a high-performing planning and project controls function. This is a pivotal leadership role where you will drive data-led decision making, enhance project delivery performance, and ensure robust planning, risk management, and governance across a diverse portfolio of complex engineering projects. If you’re a strategic thinker with deep technical expertise and a passion for delivering excellence in project controls, we want to hear from you.
Key deliverables in this role are:
- Lead and develop the Planning & Project Controls function across the full project lifecycle (Win > Plan > Do > Handover)
- Act as a key member of the Regional Senior Leadership Team, influencing business strategy and performance
- Align stakeholders across Delivery, Commercial, SHEQ, Procurement, and Technical teams
- Own and assure contract baseline programmes using Primavera P6 or Asta Powerproject
- Lead regional resource planning, ensuring capability aligns with future demand
- Drive consistency and excellence in planning standards and processes
- Embed and monitor key KPIs (SPI, CPI, Earned Value, productivity)
- Deliver clear, data-driven reporting and dashboards for senior stakeholders
- Conduct forecasting and trend analysis to support proactive decision-making
- Lead advanced schedule risk analysis (Monte Carlo, TIA, SRA)
- Ensure effective change control across all programmes
- Maintain robust, auditable risk registers and mitigation strategies
- Support bids with robust planning, sequencing, and risk assessments
- Collaborate with Business Development to strengthen win strategies
- Ensure all activities align with contractual obligations (e.g. NEC), internal processes, and legislation
- Maintain accurate and auditable project data and records
- Champion a Safety First culture across all projects
- Drive compliance with HSEQ standards and continuous improvement
To be successful in this role you will have:
- Proven leadership experience within Planning / Project Controls
- Strong expertise in Primavera P6 and/or Asta Powerproject
- Experience working under NEC contracts
- Background in major infrastructure or energy sectors (Rail, Nuclear, Power, Water)
- Advanced knowledge of earned value management (EVM) and performance analytics
- Expertise in risk modelling and forecasting techniques
- Experience managing planning at a portfolio or regional level
Who You Are
- A strategic and influential leader who can inspire teams and stakeholders
- Data-driven, comfortable translating complex data into actionable insights
- Resilient and solutions-focused, able to navigate complex challenges
- A collaborator, fostering a high-performance, team-first culture
Pension with leading provider and up to 8% employer contribution. Free 24/7 365 Employee assistance program to support mental health and wellbeing (including counselling sessions and legal advice). Discounts Travel allowance.
Planning & Project Controls Lead employer: NG Bailey
Join a dynamic and innovative company that prioritises employee well-being and professional growth. As a Planning & Project Controls Lead, you will be part of a collaborative Senior Leadership Team, driving excellence in project delivery while enjoying a competitive salary, flexible benefits, and a strong commitment to mental health support. With opportunities for career advancement and a culture that champions safety and teamwork, this role offers a rewarding environment for strategic thinkers passionate about making an impact in the engineering sector.
