Programme Controller

Van Arendonk Makelaardij; Portsmouth; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm based in Portsmouth is seeking a Programme Controller to ensure the successful delivery of complex programmes. The role involves leading teams, providing oversight on delivery performance, and making impactful decisions. The ideal candidate has proven experience in project controls, strong stakeholder management skills, and a relevant degree. This position offers hybrid working and the opportunity to work with innovative technology alongside talented professionals.

Benefits

Matched contribution pension scheme

Generous holiday allowance

Private medical insurance options

Employee discount portal

Qualifications

• Proven experience in programme or project controls within complex delivery environments.
• Experience within Integrated Delivery Teams (IDTs).
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support project controllers across multiple sites.
• Provide oversight and assurance on large programmes.
• Act as a change agent to embed new tools and processes.

Skills

Programme or project controls

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Line management

Education

Relevant degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Are you ready to be part of the future? At QinetiQ, we are not just imagining tomorrow – we are creating it. From cutting‑edge defence technology to groundbreaking innovations our mission is to empower and protect lives. Join us as a Programme Controller at our PTP (Portsdown Technology Park) site in Portsmouth, where you will work with advanced technology alongside some of the most brilliant minds.

The Role

As a Programme Controller, you will play a critical role in enabling the successful delivery of large, complex programmes by leading teams and embedding strong programme controls across Integrated Delivery Teams (IDTs). Day‑to‑day, you’ll lead and support project controllers across multiple sites, work closely with IDT leads, provide assurance on delivery performance, and help shape and embed new ways of working across programmes and portfolios. You will also support IDTs managing portfolios or programmes of £100m+, ensuring delivery remains on track and controls are applied consistently across complex projects.

Your Responsibilities Will Include

• Leading programme controls delivery across Integrated Delivery Teams (IDTs)
• Line‑managing and developing a team of project controllers
• Providing oversight and assurance on large, complex programmes and portfolios
• Working closely with senior stakeholders to support delivery and decision‑making
• Acting as a change agent to embed new tools, processes and ways of working

Essential Experience Of The Programme Controller

• Proven experience in programme or project controls within complex delivery environments
• Experience working within Integrated Delivery Teams (IDTs)
• Line management and performance management experience
• Confidence delivering controls on large programmes or portfolios £100m+
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
• Ability to operate effectively in ambiguous and fast‑changing environments

Essential Qualifications For The Programme Controller

• Relevant degree or equivalent professional experience
• Strong practical background in programme or project controls

We value difference and we don’t have a fixed idea when it comes to background or education. Provided you can show the required level of experience and willingness to learn, we would like to hear from you.

This role is 37 hours per week based at PTP (Portsdown Technology Park), Portsmouth. Hybrid working patterns are available. Travel to other QinetiQ and customer sites will be expected.

Portsmouth Technology Park (PTP) is one of QinetiQ’s key facilities, focusing on advanced technology development and engineering services. It is dedicated to research and development, ensuring that complex systems are designed, integrated, and tested effectively to meet operational requirements. The facility utilises sophisticated modelling and simulation techniques to analyse and predict performance.

Why Join QinetiQ?

As we continue to grow into new markets around the world, there’s never been a more exciting time to join QinetiQ. The formula for success is our appetite for innovation and having the courage to take on a wide variety of complex challenges.

As a QinetiQ employee, you’ll experience a unique working environment where teams from different backgrounds, disciplines and experiences enjoy collaborating widely and openly. Through effective teamwork and pulling together, you’ll get to experience what happens when we all share different perspectives, blend disciplines, and link technologies – constantly discovering new ways of solving complex problems in a diverse and inclusive environment where you can be authentic, feel valued and realise your full potential. Visit our website to read more about our diverse and inclusive workplace culture: www.qinetiq.com/en/careers/life-at-qinetiq.

Our Benefits

• Matched contribution pension scheme, with life assurance
• Generous holiday allowance, with the option to purchase additional days
• Options to join Health Cash Plan, Private Medical Insurance and Dental Insurance
• Employee discount portal: Personal Accident Insurance, Travel Insurance, Restaurants, Cinema Tickets and much more
• We are proud to support the Armed Forces community by honouring the Armed Forces Covenant and maintaining our Gold Award standard in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme
• Volunteering Opportunities – helping charities and local community

Our Recruitment Process

We want to make sure that our recruitment process is as inclusive as possible and we aspire to bring out the best in our candidates by creating an environment where everyone feels valued, heard and supported. If you have a disability or health condition that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your Recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments.

Many roles in QinetiQ are subject to national security vetting. Applicants who already hold the appropriate level of vetting may be able to transfer it upon appointment. A number of roles are also subject to additional restrictions, which means factors such as nationality or previous nationalities may affect the roles that you can be employed in.

Please note that all applicants for this role must be eligible for SC clearance, as a minimum.