Portsmouth, UK Senior Project Controller Job Title: Senior Project Controller Location: Portsmouth Naval Base – Full time onsite We... View job details

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Job Title: Senior Project Controller Location: Portsmouth Naval Base – Full time onsite We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements – please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role Salary: Circa £42,000 (dependent on skills and experience) Who we are: Join BAE Systems and you’ll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you’ll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You’ll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow, shaping a safer future, for all of us. From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space, there’s no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you. Role description: You will manage project control activities for small projects, specific work packages, or supporting project control delivery on larger, more complex projects. This will include working independently in complex situations while seeking guidance as needed, mentoring team members. You will also apply expertise in one or more project control disciplines, adapting processes to different project environments, supporting continuous improvement, and providing guidance to others on best practice application. Core Duties: You will perform intermediate project reporting & problem solving You will lead the Project Control processes on large, complex programmes. You will manage the Project Control processes on a full project lifecycle to ensure that, over time, the needs of customers/users continue to be met and that financial and other benefits are achieved You will identify, assess and manage risks to the success of the project. Applies appropriate Project Control methods and tools whether predictive (plan-driven) approaches or adaptive (iterative/agile) approaches. Agrees Project Control approach with stakeholders, and prepares realistic plans (including quality, risk and communications plans) and tracks activities against the project schedule, managing stakeholder involvement as appropriate You will consolidate expertise from multiple sources, including third party experts, to provide coherent advice to further organisational objectives . Supports and promotes the development and sharing of specialist knowledge within the organisation Essential skills: You will have proven Project Controls experience, including knowledge and understanding of Project Control policies, processes, procedures and systems You will demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of one or more Project Control tools techniques and practices You will showcase knowledge and experience of PM governance and assurance processes such as Integrated Baseline Reviews (IBRs) You will have a good understanding of the wider Project Control environment, and of developments and practices in the field You will have a good understanding of own project/s, its markets, customers, strategic priorities and culture The Project Team: Join a collaborative team delivering strategically important programmes across the Maritime Defence Solutions, using industry-leading project control techniques to support Project Managers and drive successful outcomes. We are committed to professional development, offering support towards chartership, continuous learning, and long-term career progression. Why BAE Systems? Here you’ll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work, this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You’ll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what’s most important to you and your family, support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make. A place where everyone can thrive: We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 19th November 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . 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