Project Control Engineer

NEW Job Opportunity - Project Control Engineer - 12 Month PAYE Contract

Our Client has a requirement for a Project Control Engineer, who will be required to work on a Contract basis in Victoria, London.

Purpose:
Support the Package Manager in overseeing contractor performance and assist the Project Control Department with the preparation and updating of package/contract schedules and reporting activities.

Main Accountabilities and Responsibilities:

• Support the Package Manager (PM) in managing the project controls function for assigned work package(s).

• Attend meetings with contractors and perform site visits.

• Maintain and update the package control schedule and support the Project Control Department in integrating it into the integrated LBCCS schedule.

• Provide the PM and Project Control Department with progress reports, including schedule updates, KPIs, forecasts to complete, variance analysis, and recommendations for improvement.

• Monitor and ensure compliance with contractual obligations and project procedures.

• Verify contractor progress and applications for payment.

• Assist the package team in developing action plans to avoid cost and schedule overruns, including value engineering initiatives.

• Review and challenge forecast trend analyses for package schedules and costs.

• Analyze project deliverable status and evaluate forecast man-hours to complete.

• Review forecasts with the Project Manager and Engineering Leadership Team.

• Monitor and report on project performance, presenting results to the package team.

• Prepare progress analysis reports for projects in development and execution phases.

• Manage and maintain the project lessons-learned database.

• Maintain detailed change management records and support the Work Package Manager (WPM) in evaluating change orders.

• Support the WPM in monitoring progress on permitting activities.

Main Interfaces (Relationships):

Internal:

• Work Package Team

• Project Control Department

• Engineering Department

• HSE

External:

• Contractors

• Local Authorities

Education & Professional Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.

• Strong command of English (written and spoken).

Required Experience and Technical Competencies:

• Working knowledge of project controls tools and principles.

• Relevant planning experience in the Oil & Gas industry, preferably with operating companies.

• Proficiency in Primavera P6.

• Experience with SharePoint; familiarity with Eni tools (e.g., Assai, Xflow) is a plus.

• Good understanding of the challenges and opportunities in transitioning from oil and gas to a low-carbon future.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills (English mandatory; additional languages an advantage).

• Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office Suite).

• Minimum 5 years of experience in project execution or project controls.

Behavioural Competencies:

• Proactive in gathering required information.

• Demonstrates Eni’s Model of Excellence: Human Focus (Thought, Action, Relationship, Person).

• Flexible and adaptable.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; able to maintain professional relationships and adhere to appropriate ethics and protocols.

• Effective team player.

Company information

At First Recruitment Group we understand just how important it is to secure the right people. That is why our Recruitment Consultants always take the time to understand requirements in detail and offer sound advice to both clients and candidates.  We actively recruit at all levels and this is a superb opportunity for a Project Control Engineer looking for new employment.

As part of putting people first, we strive to be an equal opportunities employer and we are always looking to increase the diversity of our workforce, working closely with our clients to ensure everyone is included.