Job Description

Salary

£34,850 – £41,000 per annum (plus benefits).

Summary

The Submarine Delivery Agency (SDA) is an Executive Agency of the Ministry of Defence responsible for the procurement, in service support and disposal of the UK’s nuclear submarines. Our work is of unparalleled strategic importance nationally and internationally, ensuring the security of the UK’s continuous at-sea nuclear deterrent, and delivering the most technically complex programmes in Defence. We employ over 1500 people and have an annual spend of c. £3.5 billion.

Job description

We have a range of exciting vacancies available across within SDA for L3 (PII) Project Controls Managers.

This post represent a real opportunity to be involved with the continual development of best practice within SDA Project Controls environment.

This position will be the “right hand” to the project/programme manager and is responsible for delivering the Project Controls across a variety of high value and complex projects and portfolios.

Responsibilities

Successful candidates will take lead roles within the Project Controls Management function to provide robust support across a variety of high value and complex projects and portfolios.

You will be responsible for setting and maintaining performance measurement baselines; directing and integrating all aspects of Earned Value Management (EVM); cost management; estimating; scheduling and risk management; providing analysis of progress and driving agreed recovery actions.

You will:

• Have experience of managing and delivering programme and Project Controls.
• Have responsibility for the management of a Project Controls team and employees.
• Be able to interpret complex data and communicate it to the delivery team.
• Offer strategic advice and communicate with senior stakeholders on complex issues regarding project performance.

In person, you will possess good interpersonal, communication and relationship building skills with experience of working collaboratively with teams, across functions and with all levels of the delivery teams.

These roles would suit Project Controls professionals with proven track record either in supplier, consultant or client-side roles; ideally with a background in delivery projects through the stages of design, procurement and construction/production.

A background in the defence sector is not a prerequisite as we welcome applicants from a broad spectrum of industries and sectors.

Please note that you may be considered for similar positions at the level below the advertised role.

What you will be assessed against

To be found successful you will possess rounded experience of Project Controls Management and have expertise in at least 2 of the following essential criteria:

• Cost Control / Estimating
• Performance Management / EVM
• Project Risk and Risk Analysis
• Planning and Scheduling
• Project Delivery

It would benefit your application should be able to demonstrate the following desirable criteria:

• APM RPP, CCAB or a technical / business degree

If you are invited to an interview, you will be assessed against the following technical competencies:

• Controlling a Project
• Change Management

If you are invited to an interview, you will be assessed against the following behaviours:

• Leadership
• Communicating and Influencing

What’s in it for you?

You will receive a generous benefits package including market leading employer pension contributions of around 21% of your salary (not including any personal contribution), annual bonuses, a flexible working pattern to fit you where possible, 25 days holiday +1 additional day every year you work up to 30 days with opportunity for movement and promotion. Some of our sites include an onsite gym, onsite restaurants, cafes and much more.

Find out more about what we offer by clicking here

Applicants should be aware that any move across the Civil Service may have implications on an employee’s ability to carry on claiming childcare vouchers.

About your team

The Project Controls Function is responsible for providing the right information, at the right time, to support better-informed decisions. Driving accountability, responsibility and efficiency across SDA, our Project Controls teams are involved in all phases of every project helping to predict and oversee the time and cost management of these projects. From Estimating, Risk Management and Cost Control, to Planning and Scheduling and Project Controls Management, our people are crucial to the successful delivery of our work.

Please click the link below to apply by creating an account and upload your details.

Benefits

Please find ‘The Little Book of Big Benefits’ here

This post is not eligible for relocation allowances.

Things you need to know

Security

Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is security check.

People working with government assets must complete basic personnel security standard checks.

Selection process details

Simply click on the apply button to create an account and upload your CV which clearly demonstrates the following areas (which you will be assessed against):

• Key Achievements
• Relevant Experience
• Applied Knowledge and Skills

For additional guidance on writing a CV for SDA, please click here

Firstly we’ll check that you meet the essential criteria that are listed for the role. If you do, we’ll then carry out a more detailed review of your CV to see if your qualifications and experience are a good match for the role(s).

If you’re successful, we’ll invite you to an interview so you can meet us, discuss your Key Achievements, Relevant Experience and Applied knowledge & Skills. In addition to the above, you’ll also be assessed against a technical competence and the listed behaviours, aligned to our DE&S & SDA Behaviours which can be found attached at the bottom of the page.

Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.

Nationality requirements

Open to UK nationals only.

Working for the Civil Service

The Civil Service Code sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants.

We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission’s recruitment principles.

The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.

How to Apply

Job Types: Full-Time. Job Tags: controls, Defence, manager, Project, Project Controls, Project Controls Manager, SDA, and South West. Salaries: 20,000 - 40,000.

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