Project Controls Office Manager

Project Controls Office Manager - Corsham SN13

Salary £50,000 - £65,000

We’re a technical consultancy, partnering with UK government on mission-critical projects, and we’re looking for an experienced project manager to head up our new Project Controls Office. Working to the Programme Manager you will be responsible for establishing and then manage the day-to-day running of the office; overseeing the tasking and outputs of the team and administering it's efficient running such that maximum business benefit is realised.

You’ll play a vital role in the implementation of UK defence policy, collaborating closely with industry-leading technical experts and Ministry of Defence colleagues on assured delivery of this important national endeavour.  As the only team in the country delivering this output, innovation is part of our DNA and we’re always looking to push boundaries and deliver more for our customers – because we know how high the stakes can be.

The role demands discretion and commitment; you’ll need to work on site and maintain a high level of UK security clearance.  You should be willing and able to travel occasionally within the UK and potentially to the USA; however, we understand the importance of a good work-life balance, and along with a generous well-being allowance and benefits package, we offer our team members a variety of flexible working options.

The invaluable experience you’ll bring, to help us achieve more

We’re expecting that you’ve got experience of project management and project controls in a defence environment.  You’ll have a strong working knowledge of both waterfall and agile project management principles and best practices, a keen eye for detail and excellent grasp of risk management.  You will be able to demonstrate your ability to work closely with cross-functional managers and stakeholders to ensure resources are in place to deliver on projects, and successfully contribute to the management of the commercial aspects of a technical business.

From your successful career, so-far, you’ll bring your proven experience of

• Developing and maintaining a contracted programme of work with a focus on establishing and maturing a robust delivery governance structure to deliver against KPIs
• Delivery using a mixture of Agile and Waterfall methodologies
• Financial awareness
• Demonstrable team-player ethos with a focus on customer relationship management
• Leadership and problem-solving
• Resource and risk management
• Credible commercial acumen

Our non-negotiables:

Due to the highly-secure nature of the projects you will be involved with, you must be

• A sole UK National
• Eligible to obtain and maintain a UK Government Developed Vetting (DV) security clearance

And the nice to haves:

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in an equivalent role
• Proven experience of leading multiple teams to deliver a coherent programme of work to contracted KPIs
• Excellent negotiator and accomplished communicator
• Proficiency in all Microsoft Office products

Who is MASS?

MASS is an independent, global technology company, trusted by highly-secure organisations to provide advanced, digital services that manage data and keep information safe.  With our heritage in defence, we offer robust solutions to sectors where security expertise is essential.  We work in partnership with customers, using skilled, technical experts.  We think innovatively to provide tailored, agile and resilient solutions that secure advantage, so you’re ready for digital transformation.

MASS is an equal opportunities employer; we know that our people are smart, skilled and motivated and in return we provide a friendly workplace where everyone is valued and has the chance to make an impact.

Apply today to see how working for MASS could work for you!