Aplin has partnered with a large defense contractor to hire a Lead Project Controller. In this role you will oversee project control processes for a small project and support Project Manager’s on bigger projects. You may be responsible for supervising up to five staff members and are expected to work independently on complex tasks.

Responsibilities:Project Reporting & Scheduling: Handle advanced reporting and scheduling for projects.Problem Solving: Apply problem-solving skills based on prior experience to overcome challenges.Project Control Leadership: Lead project control processes for small projects or parts of larger ones (e.g., work packages).Lifecycle Management: Oversee project control throughout the project’s lifecycle, ensuring customer needs are met, and financial goals are achieved.Risk Management: Identify and manage risks using appropriate methods (predictive or agile) and ensure realistic plans are in place.Collaboration & Stakeholder Management: Work with stakeholders to set project control strategies, monitor progress, and manage communication.Knowledge Sharing: Provide advice from internal and external sources to help meet project goals and foster learning within the team.Team Leadership: Supervise up to five team members, provide technical support, and ensure project control practices are effective.Safety Responsibilities: Promote high safety standards by following health, safety, and environmental policies. Encourage the team to report safety issues and prioritize corrective actions.Budget Management: Manage budgets for assigned projects and team responsibilities.Qualifications:University degree or equivalent practical experience.PM qualifications such as APM Project Management Qualification (or equivalent).Strong understanding of project control tools, processes, and governance practices (e.g., Integrated Baseline Reviews).Familiarity with the business environment, including customers, markets, and strategic priorities.Proven ability to build relationships and negotiate with internal and external stakeholders.Train and develop team members, monitor their performance, and contribute to their growth.Apply problem-solving techniques to various situations, adapting to both current and new business environments.Handle sensitive discussions diplomatically and collaborate across teams.

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