Project Controllers

About the role

With the recent growth across our Project Control function, we have opportunities for enthusiastic and motivated Project Planners and Project Controllers to join our team, where you will have an opportunity to grow your skills and develop your career within a collaborative and encouraging environment. We are open to various levels of previous experience as we are currently recruiting for a range of positions that require proven knowledge at varying levels You will be working on: Project Health - Validation of individual Project assessments and identification of issues and risks within the Project assessments for discussion with the project. Schedule Assessment - Steering the validation of Project level schedules as accurate, coherent and in accordance with the Programme planning principles. Integrated Baseline Management - Leading the generation of the Integrated Baseline schedule in order to successfully deliver the programme in accordance with planning principles. Costs to Go (and associated EAC) - Validation of Project level costs to go as accurate and appropriate, including assessment of outlying forecasts, to support the EAC. Risk and Opportunity Management - Leading all Schedule Risk Analysis across the Projects where SRA is appropriate. New Business - Active involvement in Bid Team activity, ensuring the Project Management 'basics' are appropriately considered and implemented What we're looking for from you: Planning experience - ranging from detailed planning to summary level milestone delivery plans. Capability in creating and maintaining project structures (WBS/CBS/OBS) Experience in generating and analysing project performance data (schedule, resource, and cost). Ability to perform and analyse SRA/Critical Path Analysis/EVM Motivation to determine root cause and identify corrective action Experience of Project Management Toolsets (SAP/ARM/Primavera/Oracle Unifier) Knowledge of Baseline Management and Change Control Accountability for project data - owning the quality of the project control reporting suite Ability to influence, work independently and be part of an integrated multi-functional team Clear communication skills and the ability to foster collaborative working relationships with colleagues at all levels Ability to prioritise workload and manage conflicting demands Understanding of resource loaded schedules Whilst not essential, it would be beneficial if you have the following: Understanding and involvement in Project Estimate at Completion/Forecast Cost at Completion reviews. Risk & Opportunities / What- If analysis Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom. We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more... We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X (@MBDA_UK), Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information.