Project Controls Manager

Project Controls Manager

London, United Kingdom
Morson Edge (on behalf of a leading global consultancy)
Full-time
Infrastructure / Built Environment

About the Opportunity:

Morson Edge is proud to be supporting a global professional services company with over 22,000 people across more than 60 countries in the recruitment of various Project Controls Manager's to support major programmes across infrastructure sectors including transport, aviation, rail, water & others.

This is a fantastic opportunity to take a leadership role on complex, high-value projects that deliver critical infrastructure and long-term societal impact.

Role Overview:

As Project Controls Manager

You will lead the programme controls function across major infrastructure programmes.
You will be responsible for the integration and oversight of planning, cost, risk, and performance reporting, ensuring successful project delivery
Working closely with Programme and Project Managers, you will provide robust insight, improve data integrity, and ensure effective governance across all project controls processes.
Key Responsibilities:

Lead and deliver project controls activities across major infrastructure programmes
Establish and maintain effective controls processes aligned to industry best practice (including GRIP where applicable)
Review project proposals and ensure delivery plans are realistic, resourceable, and achievable
Identify resourcing requirements and coordinate with planning and delivery teams
Provide clear, accurate, and timely reporting on programme performance including:Schedule, Cost, Safety & Environmental performance
Ensure high-quality data input across cost and performance systems
Manage production of investment and business planning outputs at project/programme level
Ensure compliance with relevant governance and competency frameworks

About You:

We are seeking an experienced Project Controls professional with a strong background across infrastructure sectors.

Essential Experience & Skills

Proven experience in project controls, planning, and scheduling within major infrastructure programmes (e.g. aviation, rail, water or relatable infrastructure experience)
Strong knowledge of schedule development, control, and performance analysis
Proficiency in Primavera P6
Awareness of:

Engineering and construction processes
Procurement and contract management
Experience delivering performance reporting and ensuring data quality
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

Qualifications:

Degree qualified in a construction, engineering, or related discipline (or equivalent experience)

Why Apply?

Work on some of the UK’s most high-profile and complex infrastructure programmes
Genuine career progressional opportunities to build long term success
Assistance with professional accrediations and working with industry recognised experts in the field 
Opportunity to gain experience across multiple sectors (transport, aviation, infrastructure)
Opportunity to work on the largest infrastructure projects in the UK
Competitive salary £50,000 - £60,000 per annum
Car Allowance 
5% pension contribution and wider benefits package
Apply Now

If you’re a driven Project Controls professional looking to take the next step in your career, apply today through Morson Edge or reach out to Robert Otter at Morson Edge. You can also email your cv directly to
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed