Project Controls Engineer

Integrated Project Services; Frankfurt; Hybrid; EUR 60.000 - 80.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A global leader in engineering solutions is seeking a highly experienced Project Controls Engineer in Frankfurt, Germany. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring projects are completed within budget, assisting in project work analysis, and providing technical support. They will develop performance reports and foster communication between project teams and stakeholders. The role offers remote flexibility and seeks individuals with strong analytical and communication skills.

Qualifikationen

• Written and verbal communication skills to convey complex information simply.
• Knowledge of Project Controls, particularly in Cost Control and Earned Value.
• Strong interpersonal skills dealing with clients and senior management.
• Proficient in various Microsoft Office products.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage time effectively.

Aufgaben

• Assist in project work analysis and ensure projects stay within budget.
• Provide technical and commercial support for project controls.
• Work with stakeholders to obtain accurate project progress information.
• Develop performance reports including Earned Value and variances.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives.

Kenntnisse

Communication skills

Project Controls knowledge

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

IT skills

Numerical skills

Organizational skills

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Cost Control software

Jobbeschreibung

IPS is continuing hiring for our growing operation in Germany! We are seeking a highly experienced, energetic Project Controls Engineer to join our exciting German team to be based either in Frankfurt or in Nuremberg with remote working flexibility.

In this role, you will be responsible for assisting/undertaking aspects of the projects and ensuring that all projects are completed within their projected budget. You will also assist and undertake parts of the Project work analysis, bidding, estimating, project reporting, and the compilation/submission of reports to the client. Furthermore, you will provide technical and commercial Project Controls support, working in accordance with company processes and procedures, to provide, update, and report on integrated schedule, cost, and resource information across a portfolio of projects from bid development through to project closeout. You will report to the Head of Project Services.

Additional Responsibilities

• Assistance and advice to Bid & Project Managers in the development of project programmes and costs.
• Establish Work Breakdown Structures and Cost Breakdown Structures in relation to project scope.
• Work with Estimators to develop Bid programmes into integrated cost and resource-loaded programmes ensuring a smooth transition from Business Development to the Project Management team.
• Attend weekly and monthly operations and programme update meetings to support the Project.
• Co‑operation/coordination with internal & external stakeholders to obtain accurate and realistic progress information and update the project, including forecasts.
• Understanding key interfaces and the impact of changes in terms of cost and resource.
• Produce and issue standardised performance reports based on cost and schedule for internal & external stakeholders, including information such as Earned Value, SPI, CPI, and EAC.
• Input to PSR reports, which are presented to the board of directors on a monthly basis.
• Identify key variances on the project, undertake variance analysis, communicate to Integrated Delivery teams, and present the data in the form of reports & graphs.
• Provide prompt, accurate information to the Project Manager and integrated delivery teams.
• Apply change to programmes and baselines in line with business and contract requirements and demonstrate the impact on the programme.
• Work in line with specific contracts for projects, submitting financial information and programmes/activity schedules in line with client timescales.
• Carry out general admin and housekeeping of project folders.
• Actively participate in continuous improvement of the company, department, personnel, and self.
• Ensure personal, professional, and technical competency through continuing professional development.
• Enhance the potential of others by coaching and mentoring as appropriate.
• Formulate and manage own personal training plan and development activity with the Head of Project Services.
• Carry out tasks as instructed tasks as deemed reasonable by the Line Manager, in the interests of the company.
• Interface with the other departments within the overall Commercial Department structure (Contract Administration, Cost Management, Scheduling & Procurement).
• Comply with company procedures and policies, and work in accordance with the company vision, mission, and core values.
• Display a professional, acceptable attitude and image for all work associated with and undertaken on behalf of IPS Limited.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to write clear reports to convey complex information simply to a diverse range of people.
• Has knowledge of Project Controls, particularly in Cost Control, Earned Value, with an understanding of the principles of Project Controls.
• Strong interpersonal skills dealing with design team, clients, and client representatives, as well as IPS Senior Management & meetings, etc.
• Can build and develop excellent relationships.
• Good attention to detail & record keeping, with an analytical approach and ability to work using your own initiative & thinking outside the box.
• Numerical and data analysis skills.
• A creative and innovative approach to problem‑solving.
• IT skills and the ability to learn sophisticated design and costing IT packages.
• Teamwork skills and ability to work on own initiative.
• Resilience, determination, and the ability to work well under pressure.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• A practical, logical, and methodical approach to work.
• Knowledge of past and current project controls software.
• Having a good knowledge of the different Microsoft products (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, etc.).

All interviews are conducted either in person or virtually, with video required.

About Us

IPS-Integrated Project Services is a global leader in developing innovative and cost-effective solutions for the engineering, construction, commissioning and qualification of complex pharmaceutical and biotech research and manufacturing facilities. With technical expertise spanning R&D to pilot‑scale to large‑scale production, our team specialises in the technology, trends and regulatory environment to successfully deliver capital projects and improve operations. For over thirty years, we have applied unique LEAN methodologies throughout the project life cycle, continually finding ways to do things better and more efficiently, delivering higher quality and controlling costs. Headquartered in Blue Bell, PA, IPS is a multi‑national company with over 1,650 professionals worldwide and offices in California, Kansas, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Brazil, Canada, China, Germany, Ireland, Singapore, Switzerland, UK and four locations in India. Visit our website at .

Specialties

Process Architecture, Process Design, Engineering, Construction, Commissioning, Qualification, LEAN Project Delivery, Strategic Master Planning, Energy Conservation Management, Project Controls, Program/Project Management, Operations/Logistics Strategy and Planning, EPCMV and Staffing Services.

IPS is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer of protected veterans (M/F/D/V).

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