Project Controls Engineer

Job Description

Company Description

⚡️💡 About Assystem

At Assystem, our mission is to accelerate the energy transition worldwide. Our 8,000 Switchers blend historical engineering expertise with cutting-edge digital technologies to drive this change. Join us in revolutionizing the energy sector and making a significant global impact.

🤝 Why Join the Community of Switchers?

Be part of one of the top three largest nuclear engineering companies globally. At Assystem, you’ll contribute to groundbreaking projects that push the boundaries of innovation and engineering excellence. Join a community committed to driving forward the future of energy.

Job Description

Role & Responsibilities

Change & Governance

• Support the central change team in preparing information for monthly project reviews
• Collate and analyse change data across programmes and functional areas
• Maintain and update the Project Change Register
• Own and update the PCR template and Change Project Controls Calendar
• Coordinate Project ROTC meetings and stakeholder engagement
• Contribute to development of procedures and working instructions related to change management
• Lead and contribute to Change Process KPIs and performance reporting
• Support programmes where no dedicated Change Coordinator is assigned

Cost & Performance Management

• Produce and update the Project Management Baseline (PMB) in EcoSys
• Ensure accurate data uploads (Draft & Hardlock stages)
• Maintain accurate forecasts aligned to CBS/WBS structures
• Generate reports in line with reporting cycles, including performance commentary
• Support Trend & Change analysis at project level
• Provide analytical insight to support Project Controls Managers and Senior PCEs

Systems & Data Management

• Maintain accurate Project Controls data in systems including EcoSys, Primavera P6, ARM
• Support development of Power BI reporting dashboards
• Ensure secure handling and protection of Sensitive Nuclear Information

Continuous Improvement & Collaboration

• Drive improvements in the Change and Project Controls processes
• Support training and capability uplift within the team
• Promote strong governance, risk awareness, and compliance culture
• Work collaboratively across all project functions to support delivery

🌍 Operating Environment

This role is integral to the successful delivery of a major Nuclear Power Station project, supporting Engineering, Procurement & Manufacturing, Construction, and Commissioning phases.

The Project Controls function underpins three critical success factors:

• Integrated baseline delivery
• EPC critical path execution
• Achievement of key milestones through to Commercial Operation Date (COD)

The programme operates within:

• A highly regulated nuclear environment overseen by the Office for Nuclear Regulation (ONR)
• A strong Nuclear Safety Culture
• A delivery philosophy prioritising Safety, Quality, Time, and Cost — in that order

🧠 Thinking Environment

The role operates within a structured governance framework. The jobholder will be familiar with:

• Company Manual
• Project Execution & Business Plan
• Project Delivery Model
• Integrated Project Controls Manual
• Discipline-specific procedures and working instructions

🤝 Key Interfaces

• Head of Integrated Project Controls
• Project Controls Managers, Senior PCEs, and Trainee PCEs
• Project & Programme Risk Reviews
• Project Management community
• Integrated Project Controls disciplines (Cost, Estimating, Planning, Risk, Performance Measurement & Analysis)
• Central support functions (Supply Chain, Finance, Legal, HR)

⚖ Challenges & Problem Solving

• Ensuring alignment and consistency of data across multiple project interfaces
• Maintaining integrity of performance insights through assurance checks
• Collaboratively resolving issues and implementing corrective actions
• Escalating risks appropriately through governance routes

🧭 Decision-Making

The Project Controls Engineer is accountable for the accuracy and integrity of project controls data within their scope.

Responsibilities include:

• Maintaining progress and forecasting data
• Identifying local issues and proposing solutions
• Escalating significant decisions or risks to line management
• Ensuring compliance with project governance and data protection requirements

Qualifications

Qualifications & Experience

• Degree (or equivalent) in Project Management, Project Controls, Engineering, or related discipline
• Proven experience in Project Controls within a major infrastructure or complex project environment
• Experience applying a range of performance measurement and forecasting techniques

🎓 Knowledge

• Strong understanding of Project Controls methodologies and principles
• High attention to detail and data accuracy
• Analytical, critical thinking, and structured problem-solving capability
• Ability to communicate complex insights clearly to technical and non-technical audiences
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Effective stakeholder collaboration across organisational boundaries

💻 Tools & Software

Experience with the following (or equivalent tools):

• Primavera P6 (Scheduling)
• EcoSys (Cost, Change, EVM)
• ARM (Risk, Opportunities, Trends)
• @Risk (QCRA)
• Safran (QSRA)
• Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access)
• Adobe Professional (Report publishing)
• Teamcenter (Document control)

Additional Information

🌟 Why Apply?

Join Assystem and become a key player in delivering critical nuclear projects that shape the future of energy. Embrace this opportunity to excel in a dynamic environment where your expertise and leadership will drive global innovation.

🌟 Your Benefits Package

🏠 Hybrid Working – Flexibility to work from home and the office

🏖️ 25 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays

🔄 Buy & Sell Holiday – Make your time off work for you

💰 8% Company Pension Contributions

🛡️ Income Protection & 3x Salary Death-in-Service Cover

🤒 Competitive Sick Pay – Support when you need it

🏥 Healthcare Cash Plan – Claim back on dental, optical & more

💪 Free Digital Gym Access – Expert-led fitness classes

🎁 Exclusive Discounts – Restaurants, days out & top brands

📞 ²⁴⁄₇ Employee Support Line – Mental health, financial & legal help

🚴 Cycle to Work Scheme – Save money & go green

💉 Free Flu Jabs & Eye Test Vouchers

🧾 Paid Professional Membership Fees

❤️ Volunteer Days – Make a difference on company time

We are committed to equal treatment of candidates and promote, as well as foster all forms of diversity within our company. We believe that bringing together people with different backgrounds and perspectives is essential for creating innovative and impactful solutions. Skills, talent, and our people’s ability to dare are the only things that matter!

Bring your unique contributions and help us shape the future.

We are committed to equal treatment of candidates and promote, as well as foster all forms of diversity within our company. We believe that bringing together people with different backgrounds and perspectives is essential for creating innovative and impactful solutions. Skills, talent, and our people’s ability to dare are the only things that matter !. Bring your unique contributions and help us shape the future.