Lead Project Controller in Reading, Berkshire

Lead Project Controller

Reading

12-Month Contract

Paying up to £70p/h (Outside IR35)

Please note - due to the nature of the work, you will need to currently hold a high level of UK Security clearance

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and update the Domain Master Schedule MS/DCS with activities and timelines.
• Identify and flag scheduling criticalities (conflicts, delays).
• Deliver schedule updates to external stakeholders (e.g., IMS).
• Identify Assumptions, Dependencies, and Exclusions (ADE).
• Identify potential risks and opportunities.
• Manage and monitor dependencies to prevent delays.
• Review and validate project assumptions regularly.

Required Experience

• Proven experience in schedule management and planning for large, complex programs or projects, preferably in aerospace and defence
• Hold an APMP / APM Certification
• Be a Certified Primavera P6 professional
• Strong expertise in developing, maintaining, and controlling project schedules using recognized methodologies (e.g., Critical Path Method)
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills to coordinate timelines across cross-functional and international teams
• Demonstrated ability to monitor, analyse, and report on schedule performance, identifying risks and recommending mitigations
• Skilled in balancing resources and deadlines to ensure timely program delivery aligned with contractual and operational requirements
• Advanced problem-solving and risk management skills focused on schedule optimization and conflict resolution