Project Control Engineer

PMM Group stands as a strategic partner offering efficient workforce solutions across Europe and the Middle East.

Our core strength lies in Recruitment staff leasing and workforce solutions ensuring that every project regardless of its size is executed seamlessly.

We are currently sourcing an experienced Project Control Engineer to join a massive undertaking in Germany based on the conversion of two coalbased plants into a combined cycle power plants.

The Project Control Engineer is vital in overseeing and managing the planning progress measurement and reporting systems.

This role is instrumental in supporting the project management teams decisions aiming to ensure project completion within the established baseline schedule and budget. The engineer is tasked with promptly identifying any deviations from the plan accurately estimating completion dates and monitoring the impact of corrective actions.

A key responsibility is fostering a culture of program and cost awareness among all project participants. The Project Control Engineer reports to the Project Control Manager (PCM) and collaborates closely with Quantity Surveyors Engineering Procurement and Construction teams.

Tasks

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist the Project Control Manager (PCM) in defining the Work and Cost Breakdown Structure (WBS and CBS).
• Support the development of the Project Control Plan including planning and scheduling procedures progress measurement methods and reporting guidelines.
• Establish and manage the Project Baseline incorporating program schedules critical path analyses and progress monitoring tools.
• Regularly update all project programs evaluate project timelines monitor progress and compare productivity against the baseline schedule.
• Analyze and report on productivity and efficiency with the assistance of Quantity Surveyors.
• Generate and manage daily weekly and monthly reports conduct Time Impact Analyses and participate in the change and claim processes including potential extensions of time.
• Oversee cost control activities maintain cost data files and manage project cost reports and other related documents following project control department guidelines.
• Prepare and update Project Review Reports halfyearly budget templates and ensure all budget and schedule changes are accurately reflected in the control systems.

Requirements

Experience and Skill Requirements:

• At least five years of relevant experience in project control within the Oil Energy and Industrial Power Plant sectors.
• Demonstrated expertise in project management techniques and tools including project planning and control risk management and contract management.

Soft Skills and Competencies:

• Strong understanding of project planning activities including WBS baseline scheduling and critical path methodology.
• Ability to monitor project schedules and progress provide updates to stakeholders and identify and mitigate scheduling issues.
• Proficient in progress measurement methods for different project phases and adept at cost control techniques.
• Knowledge of contractual aspects change control processes and risk management techniques.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with a focus on detail organization adaptability and teamwork.

Educational Qualifications:

• A Bachelors or Masters degree in Engineering preferably in a related field.

Certifications:

• Project Management Professional (PMP) or IPMA certifications are desirable but not mandatory.

Work Conditions:

• This position requires onsite work.

Additional Requirements:

• Fluency in English; proficiency in German is considered a plus.
• Computer literate especially in Microsoft Office applications with expertise in Primavera P6 MS Project and familiarity with ERP systems and project control standards.

The Project Control Engineer plays a crucial role in ensuring projects within the Oil Energy and Power Plant sectors are executed efficiently on schedule and within budget.

This position calls for a highly organized detailoriented professional with a strong background in engineering and project management capable of fostering a disciplined approach to project control processes among all project participants.

Only candidates who meet the qualifications outlined in this Job Description will be contacted for further consideration.