Senior Project Controls Engineer

  • JAM Recruitment Ltd
  • Bristol, Gloucestershire
  • Mar 17, 2026
Full time Consultant

Job Description

I'm looking for experienced Senior Project Controls Engineers that specialise in Planning & Scheduling, to join their practice in Bristol. This is an excellent opportunity to work on major capital programmes across defence, construction, and infrastructure sectors, supporting high-profile and technically complex projects.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop, maintain, and manage detailed project schedules using Primavera P6
  • Provide planning and scheduling expertise across the full project lifecycle
  • Interface with project managers, engineers, and stakeholders to ensure accurate progress tracking
  • Analyse project performance, identifying risks, delays, and mitigation strategies
  • Support reporting processes, including earned value analysis and schedule forecasting
  • Ensure alignment with contractual and programme requirements

Requirements:

  • Proven experience in a Project Controls or Planning & Scheduling role on major capital projects
  • Advanced user of Oracle Primavera P6
  • Experience within Defence, Construction, or Infrastructure sectors
  • Strong understanding of NEC and/or JCT contracts
  • Excellent analytical and communication skills
  • Willingness to travel to project sites across the UK, including locations such as London, Barrow-in-Furness, and Glasgow
  • Eligibility for UK security clearance (due to the nature of the projects)

What's on Offer:

  • Competitive salary and benefits package
  • Opportunity to work on nationally significant projects
  • Career development within a respected and growing consultancy
  • Exposure to a diverse portfolio of complex programmes

If you're a highly skilled planning professional looking to take the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you.