Project Controller - London, Bicester or Newcastle

RED is a market-leading engineering design consultancy specialising in the Built Environment, Data Centres, ICT and Sustainability. Our innovative solutions and unparalleled expertise push the boundaries of complexity and sustainability

Part of the ENGIE Group, a global leader in low-carbon energy and services, our parent company, Tractebel, is a global engineering and consulting company delivering integrated solutions for sustainable energy and built environment projects.

At RED Engineering Design, we are architects of transformation, partnering with the world's leading organisations to forge next-generation built environments. Our purpose is to drive progress, creating sustainable spaces that harmonise with our planet, while seamlessly integrating ICT innovations that connect humanity. We are dedicated to attracting and nurturing the brightest professionals and graduates, empowering them to collaboratively shape the future. By elevating engineering design innovation, we build legacies that inspire generations to come.

We are now seeking a Project Controller to join our Finance team to support project managers in tracking the financial performance of their projects, relaying key messages about its evolution, ongoing risks and opportunities, but also working in collaboration with our offshore project accounting team to ensure the execution of all finance back-office activities including billing and purchasing cycles.  

Role Responsibilities

Autonomous financial administration, management and controlling of a portfolio of projects, including:  

• Project related performance planning, forecasting & reporting 
• Finance Business Partner to Project Managers and Regional Directors, ensuring monthly reporting on project progress and financial performance against expectations. 
• Contribute to reviews and issue recommendations with regards to risks and opportunities on projects from initial bid stage up to completion, this to be shared with both project managers and P&L directors. 
• Collaborate with Project Managers and Regional Directors to maintain appropriate WIP and DSO levels within the sector by monitoring billing cycles and cash collection. 
• Work with the offshore project accounting team based in Manila to make sure Billing, PO’s and Service Entry Receipts are processed in a timely manner. 
• Sub-consultant accruals processed and managed on a monthly basis as per the accounting rules 
• Working with intercompany partners to reflect project specific interco transactions correctly in group systems
• Record business booked in company systems on a monthly basis. 

Role Requirements

• Relevant finance qualification at least part CIMA qualified or equivalent 
• 4 years’ experience with a minimum of 2 years in an equivalent role 
• Good understanding of financial accounting    
• Experienced in managing budgets/budgetary control 
• Previous experience working within the consulting or construction industry 
• Good understanding of international working and business operations of a global consultancy. 
• Act in an ethical manner and follow the principles of the Ethics Charter and Ethics in Practice Guidelines of the Group 
• Dynamic and resourceful, with strong initiative mindset 
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills both written and oral 
• Easily fit into multidisciplinary and cultural teams 
• Ability to prioritize own workload, and work to strict deadlines 
• Defends points of view and does not hesitate to support own opinions with detailed and clear arguments when challenged.   
• Excellent knowledge in office automation applications (Office 365, mainly Excel), with knowledge of SAP.  
• Knowledge of IFRS 15 revenue recognition would be an advantage but not essential 

Benefits

RED offers a variety of benefits, including but not limited to:

• 23 days annual leave rising to 28 days annual leave over 5 years’ service
• Holiday purchase and buy back scheme
• Hybrid Working
• Contributory company pension scheme
• Healthcare Scheme via salary sacrifice (Company funded cover is dependant on level)
• Non-contractual bonus awards
• Training sponsorship
• Charity volunteering leave
• Wellness days/ initiatives.
• Salary commensurate with experience.
• Our people work in friendly teams with a collaborative approach and mentoring support from talented leaders.
• We offer a comprehensive benefits package and are an equal opportunities employer.

*This role will ideally suit those with the right to live & work in the UK without restrictions, as we are unable to offer sponsorship at the present time.