Project Controls Assurance SME | Defence | SC Clearance

Project Controls Assurance SME | Defence | SC Clearance

SR2 is partnering with an exciting client operating within the UK Defence sector to secure an experienced Project Controls Assurance SME supporting a complex Live Service portfolio.

This is a hands‑on assurance position for someone who can challenge delivery plans, interrogate project controls, assess risk and provide independent recommendations to improve programme performance.

• Corsham, Wiltshire – 3 days onsite per week –




• £500 per day | Inside IR35




• Contract until end of March, with potential 3-6 month extension




• SC clearance required




• This is a UK eyes only project and we will only accept sole UK nationals

What you’ll be doing:

• Leading independent project controls assurance reviews and delivery health checks.




• Reviewing project schedules, critical paths, milestones and dependencies.




• Assessing RAIDO processes, risk escalation and mitigation effectiveness.




• Challenging delivery forecasts, RAG status and programme confidence.




• Conducting delivery maturity assessments and identifying control weaknesses.




• Analysing management information, KPIs and portfolio performance trends.




• Working alongside Delivery Managers, PMO teams and senior stakeholders to improve delivery governance.




• Providing actionable assurance reports and recommendations.

What we’re looking for:

• Strong background in Project Controls Assurance, Programme Assurance or Project Controls.




• Proven experience in schedule assurance, RAID/RAIDO management and delivery risk analysis.




• Experience independently reviewing delivery plans, project controls and governance effectiveness.




• Excellent knowledge of critical path analysis, dependencies, forecasting and milestone tracking.




• Experience conducting project health checks, maturity assessments and assurance reviews.




• Confidence constructively challenging senior delivery stakeholders.




• Experience within Defence, government or similarly complex regulated environments would be beneficial.

Important details:

• SC clearance is required; eligible clearance transfers may be considered.




• Successful candidates must complete BPSS checks.




• Three days per week onsite in Corsham

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