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Join the European Space Agency as a Project Controller for a unique opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking space initiatives.
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Multiple Locations - EU
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The European Space Agency (ESA) is a leading player in space exploration, technology and research. This thrilling opportunity lets you be a part of our dynamic team, focusing on improving management support processes, augmenting transparency, efficiency and cooperation across the Directorate.
- As a Project Controller, you will oversee project aspects in collaboration with the Project Manager, manage costs, schedules, and resources, ensuring comprehensive visibility of project progress
- You'll also be engaged in tender document preparation and participation in proposal evaluations and procurement processes
- Another important element includes verifying and implementing all project changes conforming to cost, schedule, and scope requirements.
- Applicants need to have a master's degree in a relevant field along with minimum four years of professional experience
- Proficiency with project and risk management principles, computer systems such as Microsoft Excel and Project, and experience as a controller, preferably within an agency or industry, with knowledge of space systems architecture are also considered vital
- Applications are welcomed from nationals of ESA Member States
- Competency in English or French, additional language skills are viewed as advantageous
- Placement on the Reserve list speeds up the process for positions in upcoming projects, though it doesn’t ensure employment.
The European Space Agency (ESA) is excited to announce the opening for Project Controllers to join our Directorate’s Business Unit Controlling Office. As a Project Controller, you will be part of a dynamic team providing essential support and management services across all operational units within the Directorate. This role is crucial for the continuous improvement of controlling and management support processes, digitalisation, management reporting including dashboards, and enhancing transparency, efficiency, cooperation, and knowledge-sharing.
The role: As a Project Controller, you will prepare, develop, and maintain the overall programmatic aspects of projects in coordination with the Project Manager. This includes managing costs, schedules, workforce, risks, and geographical returns. You will implement and operate planning and control procedures to ensure full visibility on project progress, and you will be involved in preparing tender documents, participating in proposal evaluations, and the procurement process. Additionally, you will be responsible for financial implementation and for ensuring that all project changes are formally verified and implemented in adherence to cost, schedule, and scope requirements.
Job requirements: Applicants must hold a master's degree in a relevant discipline and have at least four years of relevant professional experience. Experience as a controller, preferably at an agency or industry level, and knowledge of space systems architecture are considered assets. Proficiency in project management and risk management principles, advanced business/project control techniques, and computer systems such as Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Project is essential.
Benefits: ESA is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce. We offer an inclusive working environment and support for individuals with disabilities, ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to contribute to our projects and initiatives.
Applications details: We welcome applications from nationals of ESA Member States. A good knowledge of English or French, with additional language skills considered an asset, is required. If you are placed on the Reserve list, you will be fast-tracked for positions in upcoming projects, although inclusion does not guarantee recruitment.
