Project Planner

Project ControllerLocation: Stevenage (Hybrid Working)Job Type: PermanentSalary: £40,000 – £64,000 + BonusWe have an exciting opportunity for Project Controllers to join a leading defence organisation and play a vital role in their growing Project Control function. This is a high-impact position where you’ll work on large-scale programmes, helping to shape project success through strong planning, schedule management, and risk control, all within a collaborative and supportive environment.As a Project Controller, you’ll contribute to project health assessments, schedule validation, integrated baseline management, and cost analysis, ensuring delivery excellence across complex programmes. You’ll also have the chance to support new business bids, applying core project management principles and engaging with stakeholders at all levels. This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your expertise, influence programme outcomes, and grow within a market-leading organisation at the forefront of national security and defence.Key Skills & Expertise:Proven experience in project planning and delivery, from detailed schedules to milestone-level plansStrong knowledge of project structures (WBS, CBS, OBS) and baseline managementAbility to generate and analyse project data across schedule, cost, and resourcesExpertise in SRA, Critical Path Analysis, and EVMSkilled in project management tools such as SAP, ARM, Primavera, or Oracle UnifierClear communication skills with the ability to influence and build collaborative relationshipsStrong analytical approach to identifying risks, opportunities, and corrective actionsExperience managing change control and ensuring high-quality reporting dataYou’ll Enjoy:Annual company bonus of up to £2,500Pension contributions up to 14% (employer and employee)Paid overtime opportunitiesFlexi-leave of up to 15 additional daysHybrid working with flexibilityEnhanced parental leave and support for family planning and wellbeingFantastic site facilities, including subsidised meals and free parkingIf you’re an experienced Project Controller with strong planning, scheduling, and risk management skills, this is your opportunity to join a highly respected defence leader where you’ll make a real impact on nationally significant programmes.Interested? Contact Declan Bryson at Anson McCade on 07529 161950 or email declan.bryson@ansonmccade.com, quoting reference AMC/DB/PC/09.