Summary and overview of the role:
The Apprentice Project Controls Technician is responsible for managing and overseeing various aspects of project performance, ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget and to the required quality standard. Primary duties will include scheduling, cost control, progress tracking and risk management. Involving collaborating with project managers, stakeholders and teams ensuring smooth execution of the project.
Minimum Essential Qualifications/ Experience and Role Requirements:
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite: Skilled in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook for efficient document creation, data analysis, and communication.
Strong Mathematical and English Skills: Confident in applying mathematical concepts and clear, effective communication in both written and verbal English.
Teamwork and Independence: Ability to collaborate effectively within a team or work independently to achieve goals. ·         Multi-tasking and Time Management: Capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining a high standard of work and meeting deadlines.
Punctuality: Consistently reliable and punctual in all tasks and responsibilities.
Client and Stakeholder Communication: Comfortable and professional in speaking with clients, stakeholders, and other external contacts to foster strong relationships and ensure project success
Competencies:
Communication - Has excellent communications skills both verbally and in writing. Is respectful and professional in all interactions with colleagues and customers alike
Teamwork - Works well in a team, actively contributing to achieving team and company results. Understands and supports the decision of the team or Management even when it is not his/ her preferred solution and understands what is required in their role and how this contributes to team and company priorities.
Planning and Organising - Able to plan and organise own work in support of achieving team priorities/CORE Nuclear Solutions Ltd priorities and in line with cost and time constraints. Monitors the progress of tasks and activities and keeps colleagues/manager informed of progress.
Achieving Results - Takes initiative in defining realistic outputs and clarifying roles, responsibilities and expected results in the context of work/project deadlines. Evaluates his/her results realistically, drawing conclusions from lessons learned.
Duties, Skills and Responsibilities:
Timesheet Reporting: Produce and track timesheet reports for project teams and individuals.
Cost Profile Management: Monitor, update, and generate cost profiles for all projects to ensure budget control.
Project Scheduling: Collaborate with the Project Manager and clients to develop and monitor project timelines and schedules. Quotations and Project Proposals: Generate and issue quotations for new projects based on client requirements. ·         Purchase Order Handling: Receive and review purchase orders, then initiate corresponding projects.
Invoicing and Payment Applications: Calculate and produce monthly invoices for major projects. Prepare and issue applications for payment and invoices to clients.      Procurement and Supplier Coordination: Place purchase orders, communicate with suppliers, track order progress, and ensure timely delivery. Process bills for payment once received. Administrative Support: Provide general administrative assistance, including answering calls, collecting parcels, processing bills, and preparing for meetings.
Additional Support Tasks: Assist with other duties as requested by the Business Support Manager and Project Manage