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Join to apply for theSenior Project Controls Managerrole atRolls-Royce SMR Join to apply for theSenior Project Controls Managerrole atRolls-Royce SMR Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Role RelatedRole Title: Senior Project Controls ManagerWe anticipate paying a salary of between £68,000 - £89,000 DOELocation: Derby, Warrington OR Manchester offices - Hybrid working flexibilityWe are Rolls-Royce SMR and we’re doing something that’s never been done before. We’re revolutionising an industry. That’s a once-in-a-career opportunity for those excited by such a challenge. This is more than just a job; this is a legacy. Ref: 321Department: Programme ManagementLocation: Derby, Manchester, WarringtonEmployment type: Full-timeSalary: £68,000 - £89,000Closing date: 14/08/2025Role RelatedRole Title: Senior Project Controls ManagerWe anticipate paying a salary of between £68,000 - £89,000 DOELocation: Derby, Warrington OR Manchester offices - Hybrid working flexibilityWe are Rolls-Royce SMR and we’re doing something that’s never been done before. We’re revolutionising an industry. That’s a once-in-a-career opportunity for those excited by such a challenge. This is more than just a job; this is a legacy.Rolls Royce SMR is a bold and ambitious company with a highly skilled workforce that operates at pace to maintain competitive advantage and to succeed on our vision to deliver affordable energy for all.We are now recruiting for the role of Senior Project Controls Manager to be involved in a developing a global supply chain and creating opportunities for the wider industry.Role PurposeLeading a team of project controls managers, and wider senior cost and planning resources (plus other key roles matrixed in from the PMO) to establish a service to the Project Director and Heads of Programme across RRSMR delivery. Matrixed into the delivery teams for operational service but functionally reporting to the Head of Portfolio Management to ensure the professional standards are consistently applied.Ownership of all project controls processes specific to the project and supporting the capability lead to ensure best practice is maintained.Key ResponsibilitiesResponsible for the oversight and review of key cost, schedule and risk information required for internal and client reporting. Finalise and review reports prior to submission to Client. Providing key insight. Produce and manage KPI reports at Programme level. Ensure projects are monitored effectively Liaise with the different Programme Managers in the preparation of updated Performance Reports. Provide leadership in systems implementation to improve efficiency. Managing project control team in order to support Risk Manager to implement Risk processes in programme. Lead and mentor a team of project controls professionals, providing guidance, coaching, and development opportunities. Work closely with the other support functions on a day-to-day basis providing support as required. Including Finance, Procurement, Commercial, Estimating, etc. Support teams with cost planning, providing knowledge and experience. Creating reports (PowerBI reports is advantageous). Support, promote and engage in company culture programmes to create a leading and positive culture. Perform tasks and duties in accordance with training and instruction whilst taking care of their own health 'safety and those of others who may be affected by their acts or omissions. Operate in a matrix arrangement across the business with a significant number of stakeholders.What We Are Looking ForEnterprise ReportingExperienced within a PMO environment, monthly drumbeats and production of reporting for various stakeholders. Understands the appropriate levels of data within the Company, the varying requirements and the ability to adapt to the needs of the stakeholders. Direct support to the project director/head of programme.Project and Programme ReportingExperience in all levels of reporting based on the customer requirements, the ability to integrate data and analyse performance. Must have customer mindset and communication skills to support the desired PMO service. The ability to present visual reporting which can capture the performance of a project/programme. ‘the story’. Proficient in risk, schedule, change, cost at practitioner level.LeadershipDemonstrable experience in leadership, understands the need to adapt management information to different audiences and can interact well with people across the organisation, adapting approach to interact effectively with Senior PMO Leadership Team members, engineers, support services or graduates and apprentices.Ability to manage stakeholders and information flow in a matrix environment, possessing a strong aptitude toward working horizontally across business areas and vertically to senior levels of management, providing specialist advice as required.Cost & Schedule Management Best PracticeKnowledge and experience of applying of utilising cost and schedule management best practices. Ability to support the team with evolving stakeholder requirements and visible metrics to help provide strategic direction to facilitate clear decision making.Collaboration and BehavioursExperienced collaborator, able to build relationships internally within the PMO function, wider business and parent organisation as well as with external stakeholders. Understand the risk contribution to the monthly reporting process and the importance of articulating accurate information. Able to run Schedule development meetings and updates. Capability to run schedule analysis and critical path determination.Beneficial Experience, Training Or/and QualificationsDegree qualified or equivalent – with extensive Project Controls Management experience. Experience of working on large scale nuclear or other major infrastructure projects. Membership of a relevant professional body (e.g., APM, ACostE) or working towardsConfidence can sometimes hold us back from applying for a job. But we'll let you in on a secret: there's no such thing as a 'perfect' candidate. If you feel you meet 75% of the requirements for this role, we would love to hear from you.Also, if you are considering a career move or a sector-jump, please get in touch, we welcome applications from people with transferable skills.Pay And BenefitsWe anticipate paying a salary of between £68,000 - £89,000 DOE plus:-Bonus - Performance related target opportunity 17% Benefits Allowance – £5,000 per annum, enabling you to create a bespoke package Pension - 12% employer and 6% employee contributions. Holidays - 28 days holiday (+ public holidays) and the ability to buy or sell up to 4 days. Private Medical Insurance - BUPA single cover health care Life Assurance - 6x pensionable pay £250 - One-off payment for new starters for home office purchasesCompany RelatedWe are Rolls-Royce SMRRolls-Royce SMR is a rare employer because it blends the world-class brand of Rolls Royce with an exciting start-up that has a hugely challenging mission. We’re doing work that contributes to the survival of the planet. Because of our mission, there’s a pace and energy that is palpable, and our leaders draw you in with their passion, energy, and determination.We’re one of a handful of employers who can genuinely say we’re a strengths-based organisation – our people are here because of what makes them great, and our job is to help them make the best contribution of their careers doing work they love.The start-up mentality coupled with our strengths-approach to people means there are opportunities to grow in ways and jobs you probably would be barred from doing in more traditional companies.Each Rolls-Royce SMR power station will have the capacity to generate 470MW of low carbon energy, equivalent to more than 150 onshore wind turbines and enough to power a million homes. It will provide consistent baseload generation for at least 60 years, helping to support the roll out of renewable generation and overcome intermittency issuesOur CultureAt Rolls-Royce SMR, we are committed to ensuring that our teams reflect the communities we serve and that everyone can be themselves at work. We know that diverse teams are more innovative and get better results, and that our people can thrive and be more successful in truly inclusive cultures. Join us and help shape our culture. Find out more about our inclusion pledge.Rolls-Royce SMR is a place where everyone can grow, so whatever background you bring with you, please apply if this is a role that would make you excited to come into work every day and help shape our culture.Our Application ProcessDue to the safety regulations within the nuclear industry, applicants will be required to participate in additional screening. 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