We're looking for a Project Controller to join our Christchurch Team! As a Project Controller, you will be responsible for overseeing project management activities, ensuring that project timelines and budgets are adhered to, and providing insights that drive cost efficiency and project success. You will work closely with project managers and stakeholders to monitor progress, mitigate risks, and ensure that financial goals are met. Location: Christchurch UK Benefits: Paid Time Off | Retirement with Employer Match | Health and Wellness Benefits | Learning and Development Opportunities | Competitive Pay | Bonus Scheme | Recognition | Employee Stock Purchase Plan I Inclusive & Supportive Culture Your Challenge: Collaborate with the PMO manager to manage department budgets, forecasts, and financial reporting to ensure alignment with project objectives and company goals. Collaborate with project managers to develop project cost estimates, business cases, project baseline documents and project management plans. Collaborate with project managers in project planning and execution of project schedules to ensure projects are delivered within budget, to schedule, and meeting customer requirements. Collaborate with project managers to review all project bid pack before bids are sent to the sales team Collaborate with project managers to develop and maintain project control list (inc. Risk registers, issues registers, action registers and change control register) Collaborate with Finance to provide accurate project department EAC and Budget forecast Implement and maintain project control processes and tools to ensure effective monitoring and reporting on project portfolio level Conduct regular financial analysis to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement Develop and progress project master schedules (inc. task scheduling and dependency, resource management, progress against baselines, etc.) Assist Project Managers with the generation and preparation of monthly project reporting data and slide deck for Project stakeholders’ review Meet all personal objectives and KPIs as agreed with the PMO Manager. Attend and participate in meetings, reviews, and activities as directed by the PMO Manager. Maintain the day-to-day administration of core processes and controls within the PMO What You Bring: Experience in project control, project management, and cost management within engineering or aerospace engineering Strong knowledge of project management methodologies (e.g., PMI, PRINCE2) and financial management principles Proficiency in project management software (e.g., MS Project), or similar planning tool (inc. task scheduling and dependency, resource management, progress against baselines, etc.) is essential Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Syteline) for project financial management and reporting. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and Power BI for data analysis, reporting and PowerPoint for presentation Experience of working within a Project Management Office is desirable. Experience of managing projects greater than £5million, with cost and schedule tracking, risk management, change control and variance reporting. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to support multiple projects simultaneously About Us: Curtiss-Wright's Defense Solution division is a trusted, proven leader, delivering superior products and services that meet the defense and aerospace industries' toughest challenges with best-in-class value. In 2017, Curtiss-Wright relocated its Avionics, Sensors & Controls and Industrial Business Units into a brand new, purpose-built 160,000 ft2 facility at Bournemouth International Airport. The state-of-the-art facility has extensive design and manufacturing capabilities as well as in-house environmental stress screening. The facility is committed to quality and excellence in manufacturing for our flight recorder, air data computer, video management systems, computing systems, mission displays and video recorder products. As the design center of excellence for flight recorders and air data computers, the units had to be lightweight and small – crash survivability requirements exceeding the existing standards for commercial aircraft Our Values Environmental, Social and Governance No unsolicited agency submittals please. Agency partners must be invited to participate in a search by our Talent Acquisition Team and have signed terms in place prior to any submittal. Resumes submitted directly to any Curtiss-Wright employee or affiliate will not qualify for fee payment, and therefore become the property of Curtiss-Wright. Compliance Statement This position may require exposure to export-controlled information and subject to additional security screening. In the event information provided during the security screening reveals ineligibility to access export-controlled information, any offer of employment may be reconsidered or withdrawn. Curtiss-Wright is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, age, ancestry, legally protected medical condition, family care status, marital status, religion, veteran status, national origin, or any other legally protected status. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Talent Acquisition. For US Applicants: EEO is The Law – click here for more information. If you require accommodation due to a disability at any time during the recruitment and/or assessment process, please contact Talent Acquisition and we will make all reasonable efforts to accommodate your request. Join the WRIGHT Team! Over 95 years of growth, Curtiss-Wright is an integrated, market-facing global diversified industrial company and remains a technology leader through this legacy of innovation. Through three well-balanced segments – Aerospace & Industrial, Defense Electronics and Naval & Power, we remain focused on advanced technologies for high performance platforms and critical applications. Diversity, commitment to excellence and dedication to the spirit of pioneering innovation continue to drive the employees of Curtiss-Wright. Our Values What makes a world-class organization? It all begins with core values that provide a strong foundation for success. Simple in theory, the values of Curtiss-Wright are reflected in every aspect of our operations. To our employees, these are more than words on a wall – we all take these values to heart in our relationships with our customers and each other. Leadership We lead based on vision and strategic direction, empowering employees to reach goals through thoughtful and decisive action. Customer Focus We are committed to achieving total quality by meeting our customers’ expectations and delivering products and services in a timely fashion. Teamwork & Trust Working in a spirit of trust and collaboration, we actively encourage employees to contribute their ideas and innovations to keep our company moving forward. Respect for People We believe that people are our most valuable asset and will always do the right thing in our dealings and interactions with all employees. Integrity We will act with the highest integrity in all of our business relationships and strategic partnerships. What We Offer Our Employees: Opportunity: As part of the Curtiss-Wright team, you have the opportunity each day to transform the way customers do business, as well as transform your career. Our entrepreneurial environment provides you with excellent experiences that enable you to develop your skills through stretch assignments and the opportunity to work with the best talent in the industry. You will have the opportunity to contribute from day one! Challenging Work: The work we do here is not only challenging, but it is meaningful to our customers, our employees and the communities in which they live and work. You are given the chance to work on some of the most advanced technology projects in the world. Now that something to be proud of! Collaborative Environment: The teamwork among our exceptionally talented people enables us to deliver some of the most advanced solutions to our customers.