Job Description

Job Introduction

We currently have a vacancy for a Project Controls Engineer to join PMO team here at SCS Railways.


The London Tunnels is a mega-project and SCS uses the latest technology to collect accurate and robust data to assess performance. We need people that want to use that data to provide insight to the project team and enable effective decision making.


We are looking for an experienced Project Controls Engineer to support the project in the management of data, production of reports and providing insight to project management. You will be reporting to the Project Controls Manager.

Flexible working:

We welcome you to ask about the flexibility you need. This might be part-time, remote working, or compressed hours for example. Anyone who applies for a role can ask about flexibility at interview. In return, we will explore what is possible for the role.


Main Responsibilities
All project data held in iTWO for actual and forecast costs, quantities and earned value. Understand and analyse the progress and cost of all activities in the iTWO project. Project controls systems implementation and operation. Maintaining and reporting a robust forecast in iTWO. Maintaining and reporting earned value, quantity progress and forecasts in iTWO. Maintain the work breakdown structures. Update the performance measurement baselines. Provide reports on time with supported by robust data and insight that will enable decision making. Gather project site updates and prepare periodic progress reports. Monitor, interpret and advise on cashflow and budgets. Create monthly budget forecast updates for management. Ensure alignment between the various systems the project uses that support the project reports. Understand the contract and ensure that the reporting cycle is adhered to. Liaise with and assist internal and external stakeholders. Understand and comply with the HSSE polices. Perform other related duties as assigned.

The Ideal Candidate
Useful but not essential to have qualifications from NEC, iTWO, APM or a university. Experience in cost management apps e.g. iTWO, Prism, Ecosys. Skilled at cost control and earned value analysis. Working knowledge of NEC contracts. Working knowledge of project interfaces on construction projects. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Competent user of Microsoft Office suite. Useful by not necessary to know how to develop reports in Power BI. Knowledge of the engineering and construction industry. An ability to effectively interpret data and provide input on business process improvement. As a large project with many teams in differing locations we need people who enjoy working in a variety of environments. A can-do attitude and the ability to get work completed to deadlines.

About The Company

The role will work on the HS2 project. HS2 is the UK's new high speed rail network. It will be a catalyst for economic growth across Britain, freeing up space on the existing railways and connecting 8 out of the UK's 10 biggest cities with fast, reliable and frequent high speed services


The Skanska | Costain | STRABAG (SCS JV) is delivering the HS2 London Tunnels Contract. Scope of works includes twin-bored tunnels (TBM), SCL tunnels, shaft sinking, bridge demolition and reconstruction, services diversions, earthworks and the construction of site compounds.


You'll be a welcomed member of the wider team, with opportunities to take on additional responsibility, join our EDI Champions program or support the local community (e.g. as a STEM ambassador).


Your personal and professional development is important to us. We welcome a discussion about how we can support you with further study, or professional membership or attainment for example.


HS2 - working with Skanska, Costain and STRABAG, closely monitors job applications, to ensure an inclusive recruitment process. To ensure we are able to maintain this, and to recruit a diverse workforce, we require candidates to complete the diversity form as part of their application so we are able to monitor and improve our approach to diversity. Please note, all responses are anonymous and we will not share any of your data with other parties. All data will be held securely, (as stated within the Data Protection Act 2018 and UK GDPR) and will be reported to HS2.


It is an SCSJV requirement that all employees, Design House, and Supply Chains must implement and comply with the requirements of ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System, ISO 14001:2015 Environmental Management System with guidance for use", OHSAS 18001:2017 Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems and ISO/IEC 27001:2013 Information Security Management System, Policies, Plans, Procedures and Processes, and statutory requirements as they affect the Joint Venture 's operations and ensure that the requirements, as applicable within their discipline, are effectively implemented on the project. Develop a culture of safety on the project through the absolute commitment to the Zero Accidents target and ethos, and develops a wider awareness of quality, environmental issues and demonstrates commitment to achieve continual improvement and Zero tolerance.


We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. we do not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, sex, race, religion or belief, gender reassignment, marriage/civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity, or sexual orientation


SCS Railways is a Disability Confident Leader. We want to encourage disabled people to apply for our roles and have an opportunity to display your skills, talent, and abilities. We will ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants that meet the minimum criteria for this position will be offered an interview.

Please see the disability confident commitments:

https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/disability-confident-guidance-for-levels-1-2-and-3/level-1-disability-confident-committed

To be considered for an interview under this scheme you have:

A physical or mental impairment, which has a substantial and long-term effect (over 12 months) adverse effect on your ability to carry out normal day-to-day activities*
Demonstrated in your application and pre-interview stage that you meet the minimum job criteria and person specification for the role*