Project Controller

Urenco  is a global leader in the production of low carbon energy. We work at the cutting edge of the transition to a sustainable, net zero world.

And right now, we’re looking for a Project Controller. The role will based at our Capenhurst location, although the individual may also be required to travel to Birchwood, Warrington, you’ll provide and enhance Urenco’s existing project controls function.
This role forms part of Group Projects, Project Support team, which provides direct project support to efficiently and effectively manage the delivery of project expenditure.
The Project Controller will be assigned to either one major, or a number of smaller projects to provide accurate project baseline control and ensure that the key project baseline documents (E.g. risk register, scope, cost reports, schedule) reflect the current position and compliant with Urenco’s policies and procedures as defined by the Project Standards team.

The Project Controller will normally be working remotely from their line manager providing a service to multiple customers and are therefore expected to be able to work with high level of autonomy, minimal support and have the capability to adapt to different environments and cultures.

At Urenco we’re committed to giving you opportunities to be your best. If you feel you meet some, but not all of what we’re looking for, please still apply. We believe in embracing the passion and potential of our people, and to achieve this we offer market leading training and development experiences. Along with the opportunity to be mentored and coached by some of the smartest minds in the industry.

What you’ll do:  

• Produce regular schedule updates to support project reporting ensuring that the current stated progress accurately reflects the current project position
• Produce the project controls information required to populate the project highlight report
• Develop with the Project Manager the key project risks, record these in a risk register. Continually monitor and report project Risk and Change status to maintain current forecast and update at least monthly
• Control, monitor, analyse and report cost related aspects for designated projects
• Operate the project change control process and maintain records
• Implement the correct and appropriate cost management tool for the project in accordance with the project procedures
• Assist in development of and use of Project Control Structures (CBS, OBS, WBS etc.)
• Create initial schedules for simple projects
• Understand the basis of the estimate and monitor the project against this
• Ensure all cost transactions on a project are understood and managed in an appropriate way
• Ensure the necessary cost management interface is in place with Finance and ensure regular communications
• Liaise with project team members and contractors with regards to progress and financial forecasting.
• Update the cost tool to comply with project Reporting Cycles
• Monitor, control and analyse the project cost information, identify variances and bring these to the attention of the Project Manager with possible alternatives. Prepare specific reports to facilitate challenge and analysis to meet the project’s specific needs
• Challenge cost variances against the baseline plan with individual task leaders/contractors as necessary to enable mitigation
• Project documents – contribute to the drafting and updating documents to ensure that requirements are met.
• Contribute to lessons learnt process
• Ensure accurate Earned Value reporting
• Update estimate at completion and forward spend forecast regularly
• Ensure that all project accruals are accurate and updated regularly

What do you need to thrive in this role?

• Educated to Degree level in a relevant discipline
• Project management qualification such as APM PMI
• An understanding of the use of estimating, scheduling and risk methods/tools
• Proficient in the use of Earned Value Analysis
• Ability to convert project requirements into a logically linked schedule of activities
• Knowledge of planning processes, procedures and best practices
• Full understanding of Earned Value and Scheduling techniques
• Be fully conversant with Microsoft Project (MSP) use and be willing to learn to use Primavera software if required
• High level of numeracy and excellent analytical skills
• Excellent MS Office skills and well versed in the preparation of reports and information using packages such as Word, Excel Visio and PowerPoint
• Good attention to detail with good time management skills
• Ability to work flexibly within the demands of the project Exhibits a strong awareness of the level of interaction required with the project team function to support the successful delivery of projects
• The ability to reconcile cost information as it applies to the programmes of work

What can you expect from us?

More than just a job, we offer a future. More than just a place to work, we provide an opportunity to prosper.  As an employee of Urenco you will receive:

• Annual leave starting at 25 days, which increases by one day for every two years of service up to a maximum of 30 days. In addition, you will accrue 13 additional days off to be used flexibly. There’s also a newly added scheme for buying and selling holiday, up to 5 days. 
• A diverse range of family friendly policies.
• A generous bonus scheme.
• A defined contribution pension scheme; with up to 16% employer’s contribution.
• Single private medical and dental cover.
• Flexible benefits package; including life assurance and income protection. In addition, you’ll have an opportunity to purchase additional benefits that suit your lifestyle and take advantage of tax and NI savings.
• Education and training; we take pride in helping people learn and develop by supporting, accelerating and directing your learning. As well as the completion of mandatory health and safety courses, training packages will be offered to meet your specific needs.

Creating a diverse and inclusive workforce

As a truly global company with a presence in the UK, USA, Germany, and the Netherlands, we know that our individual differences make us stronger. Putting people at the heart of our business, we strive to create an open and inclusive workplace that allows every voice to be heard and diversity to thrive. If you require any reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process, please let our talent acquisition team know.

Because together, we are one Urenco. We are enriching the world. And enriching your future.