Project Controller

<p><b>Overview / Responsibilities </b><br />
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Wood is recruiting for a Project Controller to join the Project Controls team for our Renewables Business within our Specialist Engineering Consultancy (SEC) division.<br />
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The position will be based within our Glasgow office; however, we are open to considering Hybrid home / office working depending on your preference.<br />
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<b>Join a culture of innovation </b> , pushing the boundaries of what is possible to seek the best solutions for our clients.<br />
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<b>The Role </b><br />
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Working as part of a small team; the Project Controller will provide control support and direction to the business across a portfolio of varying assignments. They will also support the Project Controls team, and the wider Finance and Administration (F&amp;A) function with enhanced cost and commercial focus.<br />
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The successful candidate will be fundamental in driving change and delivering a project control service to the business that focuses on increasing accuracy and integrity of our numbers; supporting operations to achieve efficiency.<br />
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This position is key for the Project Controls team with responsibility for matters relating to activities for operations and strategic objectives to develop the function within the business.<br />
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If you have some experience within a project controls function with a particular strength in cost control, enjoy working with multiple stakeholders and would like to develop your career further by gaining exposure to all areas of project controls within a varied and fast-paced environment then we would love to hear from you!<br />
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<b>It&
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<b>What we can offer </b></p>

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<li><b>Meaningful and interesting projects </b> delivered to leaders of industry across renewables and emerging energy sectors</li>
<li><b>Flexible working arrangements </b> that balance client, team and individual needs offering hybrid and remote working where relevant</li>
<li><b>Commitment to Diversity and I nclusion </b> ; we are a n organisation actively committed to diversity and inclusion across our business</li>
<li><b>Competitive s alary </b> with regular salary reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market</li>
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<li><b>Flexible benefits package </b> ; inclusive of 33 days annual leave (including public holidays), generous contributory pension scheme, private medical cover, 4x base salary life insurance ; all of these and more that can be adapted to suit your own lifestyle</li>
<li><b>Commitment to c ontinued p rofessional d evelopment; </b> development plans that are tailored to your individual needs and interests</li>
<li><b>Global c onnections </b> ; join experts around the world who are at the leading edge of our industry, shaping the standards of our profession</li>
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<b>If all of this sounds good to you , review the typical responsibilities of the role and the requirements of the position below, then follow the link to apply and start your journey with Wood. </b><br />
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<b>Typical responsibilities </b></p>

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<li>Works closely with Service Areas, Project Managers, Project Accountants and Billing Specialists to run all required project control and finance systems and tools</li>
<li>Works effectively across the project allocation to ensure that robust project controls takes place</li>
<li>Liaise with the business to develop a structure for project reporting requirements to ensure timel y and accurat e internal reporting</li>
<li>Responsibility for job set ups, including review of all documents ensuring governance in commercial, cost and contractual review</li>
<li>Responsibility for the project controls mailbox and managing the business request that come through with the support of the team</li>
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<li>Monitor and control cost commitments and expenditures through live projects</li>
<li>Support in delivery of operations engagement sessions</li>
<li>Attend project review meetings as necessary to provide project control support as required</li>
<li>Management of project variations</li>
<li>Regular communication / review with service lines to ensure integrity in budgets and expenditure</li>
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<li>Highlight any unusual activity in projects and highlight to Project accountants and Project managers</li>
<li>Assist Project Accountants and Billing Specialists with any cost or invoicing related queries</li>
<li>Produce and issue reports to the business</li>
<li>Responsibility for closing out projects, liaising with project managers when necessary</li>
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<b>Skills / Qualifications </b><br />
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Please see below the requirements that we typically seek for the position. We are not expecting candidates to have everything, and this is not an exhaustive list. If you feel you have relevant experience and qualifications even if they are not a 100% match, then please do apply.<br />
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<b>Expected: </b></p>

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<li>Numerical and analytical skills with an inquisitive background</li>
<li>Knowledge and application of cost management and cost reporting tools</li>
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<li>Experience working on an ERP system</li>
<li>Computer literate with a good understanding of Microsoft Office and excel skills</li>
<li>Ability to work well in a team and independently</li>
<li>Must be able to meet deadlines</li>
<li>Strong communication skills - both written and oral</li>
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<li>Excellent customer service focus, both internal and external</li>
<li>Exceptional organisational skills with the ability to multi-task</li>
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<b>Desirable: </b></p>

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<li>Previous experience in Project Controls/Finance roles</li>
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<b>Company Overview </b><br />
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Wood is a global leader in engineering and consultancy across energy and the built environment, helping to unlock solutions to some of the world&
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<b>Diversity Statement </b><br />
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We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.</p>
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