Railways for the world of tomorrow.
DB Engineering & Consulting (DB E&C) is part of the DB group, a world-leading global railway company with an extensive organization in Germany and projects worldwide. Our company offers technically sophisticated and customized infrastructure, mobility, and transport solutions. With our sustainable concepts and experience gained from decades of project work, we shape the future of transportation, connect continents, and promote environmental stewardship.
We are currently seeking a Senior Project Controls Manager to work with us on a project in Ireland.
Responsibilities:
* Lead benchmarking and promote best practices in project controls and document management
* Establish and manage performance measurement baselines using contract coding structures to support effective reporting
* Oversee monthly project reviews and support financial reporting processes
* Manage change requests and change control, assessing impacts on schedule and cost
* Develop and implement PMO frameworks and project controls strategies for assigned projects or programs
* Guide project teams on project controls processes, including cost, schedule, change, risk, and reporting
* Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and ensure consistent risk management
* Provide oversight of large projects, driving standardization and continuous improvement
* Prepare regular status reports on progress, budget, and risks, and develop mitigation strategies
* Assist in resource allocation and ensure compliance with regulations and quality standards
* Support governance and assurance processes for planning, cost, and risk
* Ensure effective stakeholder communication and manage expectations
* Establish and maintain standardized project management processes and methodologies
* Utilize PMO management software and reporting tools
* Perform additional tasks as assigned
Qualifications:
* Minimum 10 years' experience, with at least 5 years' experience in project control activities and 2 years as Project Controls Manager
* At least Bachelor degree (Honours Bachelor Degree) (or equivalent) in relevant subject area e.g. Project Management, Business Administration or similar
* Certification as Project Management Professional (PMP)
* APM or PMI membership
* Proven experience with large-scale metro rail projects or similarly complex projects
* Profound knowledge of project controls toolsets and principles
* Knowledge of quality management and process improvement systems is desirable, ideally within the construction industry
* Understanding of contractual and financial requirements in complex construction programs
* Skilled in stakeholder engagement and relationship management at all levels
* Proficient with document management systems, databases, and project control software
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills
* Advanced risk identification, assessment, and mitigation abilities
* Effective collaboration within multidisciplinary teams
* Problem-solving skills to address project issues and keep progress on track
* Experience with quality assurance to ensure standards are met
* Adaptability to evolving project requirements and environments
* Strong interpersonal, analytical, and organizational skills
* Results-driven with the ability to deliver high-quality outcomes
Benefits:
* We're strong believers in continual training and development for our people. After all, your success is our success.
* Our vacation and leave policies reflect our belief in proper work-life balance.
* See the world with DB Schenker If you're searching for an international challenge, we offer plenty of opportunities.