Project Controls Engineer - Defence

Turner & Townsend Pty Limited

London, UKhybridPosted Jun 24, 2026
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About the role

Company Description

The world is changing, and we have a responsibility to support that change, helping drive it and be part of it.

Through the commitment, capability and care our team brings, we build trust between clients, suppliers, governments, and society. Delivering better outcomes that have a positive impact on the world around us.

We work smarter to face the challenges of the future; bringing the clarity that helps teams realise their full potential across the real estate, infrastructure, and natural resources sectors.

It’s how we’ve made the difference for 75 years. Transforming performance for a green, inclusive and productive world.

Job Description

We have an exciting opportunity for a Project Controls Engineer to join our expanding Defence team in London and the South East.

Project Controls Engineers work as part of our project controls teams, providing performance reporting and analysis support. This may be part of a large team or as the key day to day contact point with the client.

Key Responsibilities

Collation of progress data from multi-discipline teams to update project/programme schedule in Primavera P6

Collation of cost data from multi-discipline teams to support budget requests & update cost report

Preparation of monthly reports measuring progress against baseline

Support the Project Controls Manager in applying governance & assurance of Project Controls processes

Qualifications

Typically, a qualified graduate in a relevant discipline with some experience in a project control environment. PCE’s should be proactive, self-starters with well developed communications and analytical skills.

Experience of working in project or programme management environment, with responsibility for delivery or controls of individual projects, programmes or portfolios

Experience using controls/ general software applications such as Primavera (P6), Power BI, Microsoft Office Applications.

Reliable with the ability to work autonomously and as part of a team.

Strong time management skills, quick thinking and ability to meet project deadlines as necessary.

Strong verbal and written communication skills required

Demonstrated understanding of Project Controls concepts

Owing to the specialist and sensitive nature of the work that we carry out for a number of our clients, candidates will ideally hold security clearance or be able to obtain & maintain security clearance.

Additional Information

Our inspired people share our vision and mission. We provide a great place to work, where each person has the opportunity and voice to affect change.

We want our people to succeed both in work and life. To support this we promote a healthy, productive and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance.

Please find out more about us at www.turnerandtownsend.com/

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SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.

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