Project Controller (Reserve list)

ESA is initiating a Reserve list recruitment process to meet the consistently high demand for Project Controllers in support of the Agency’s cutting-edge space projects and programmes. This Reserve list will comprise of candidates who have been pre-assessed and pre-approved by the ESA hiring team and who have already undergone a basic background screening. If selected, you will remain on the Reserve list for a period of 24 months, during which you will be fast-tracked for positions in upcoming projects. Within the Directorate’s Business Unit Controlling Office, you, as Project Controller, will join a team of controllers in one of the Office’s sections, providing project control and management support services across all operational units in the Directorate. You will interface with multiple entities within and outside ESA and will play a key role in supporting managers in programmatic decision-making. Your tasks as Project Controller may include preparing, developing and maintaining the overall programmatic aspects of a project in coordination with the Project Manager, covering areas such as costs, schedule, workforce, risks and geographical return; implementing and operating planning and control procedures to provide full visibility on progress in the project by reporting on all activities using established procedures and information systems, in compliance with ESA project management requirements; leading the project risk management and scheduling processes, identifying potential problem areas, proposing mitigation actions and preparing risk reports and risk-adjusted schedules to support the Project Manager; preparing tender documents with respect to cost, management, risk and schedule requirements and participating in the evaluation of proposals; preparing the information required for contract negotiations and participating in the procurement process, including negotiations with industry and institutional stakeholders; bearing responsibility for financial implementation, including commitments made within the delegated authority, and for the acceptance of deliverables from a programmatic perspective; participating in reviews in your areas of responsibility as Project Controller; ensuring that all project changes are formally verified, analysed, presented to the appropriate decision-making authority and correctly implemented, in adherence with cost, schedule and scope requirements; interfacing with industry on programmatic matters relating to finances, risks and schedule, advising managers and external partners on project control best practices, methods, processes and procedures; ensuring operational excellence and driving continuous improvement in your areas of responsibility.