Controller, Research Construction
Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Office
Location: Munich • Germany
Visit company websiteExplore more
About the role
- Controlling and governance of budgets, schedules and quality requirements at an overarching project level – multi-project controlling for the Research Construction department
- Identification and analysis of cost and schedule variances and development of countermeasures together with project teams
- Preparation of regular reports, evaluations and ad-hoc analyses for department management, director, executive board and funding agencies
- Participation in defining and updating cost frameworks, budgets and fund disbursement plans
- Monitoring of year-to-date cost development including planned-vs-actual comparisons for the department budget
- Ensuring implementation of quality specifications in research construction and preparing risk and reporting concepts
- Optimization of processes to increase efficiency, effectiveness and standardization within the construction department
- Promoting a strong quality awareness and smooth workflows within the department
Requirements
- Completed university degree (Master or Bachelor/University of Applied Sciences) in Civil Engineering, Architecture, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration with a focus on Construction/Real Estate, or a comparable field
- Several years of experience in controlling, project management and/or quality management – ideally in the construction sector
- Confident user of SAP, MS Office (especially Excel) and preferably MS Project
- Excellent German language skills, both written and spoken, with the ability to communicate clearly and decisively and to actively engage with internal and external project stakeholders
- Analytical, structured and independent working style, strong problem-solving and organizational skills, and a collaborative team-player attitude
Benefits
- Varied and responsible participation in challenging projects and special tasks with a high degree of autonomy and personal responsibility
- Modern workplace in Munich with excellent public transport connections, free parking and EV charging stations
- Individual development through internal and external training as well as targeted support
- Flexible working time models and mobile working to support a balanced work–life integration
- Family-friendly offerings, e.g. parent–child office and Fraunhofer daycare on site
- Attractive compensation package with 30 days of vacation, company pension scheme and a subsidy for the job ticket
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard Skills & Tools
controllingproject managementquality managementcost analysisschedule analysisrisk managementprocess optimizationbudgetingfund disbursement planningreporting
Soft Skills
analytical skillsproblem-solvingorganizational skillscollaborativecommunication skillsindependent workingstructured working styleteam playerquality awarenessengagement