Project Control Engineer6 Month ContractInside IR35Manchester (twice per week in the office)Summary: A Project Control Engineer / Planner is required to support a Bus Depot Electrification Programme as part of a wider public transport network rollout. The role involves developing and delivering charging infrastructure for a growing electric bus fleet, including retrofitting existing depots and supporting the construction of new maintenance facilities.Core Responsibilities:Project Setup and Planning: Set up projects in financial and planning systems, ensuring accurate team structures and scheduling in line with project procedures.Schedule Management: Develop, maintain, and update project schedules, including critical path analysis, resource loading, and time-phased budget baselines.Performance Monitoring and Reporting: Track project progress, manage cost and schedule performance, produce monthly reports, and provide variance analysis and revised cost forecasts.Cost Control: Support cost evaluations, procurement processes, payment approvals, and ensure correct financial tracking within the project''s Work Breakdown Structure.Risk and Change Management: Assist in risk identification, contingency management, and ensure proper implementation of change control processes.Reporting and Process Improvement: Contribute to the preparation of project reports and the continuous improvement of project control procedures and practices.Procurement Support: Develop procurement schedules and s