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Project Manager
Optimus SearchNetherlands5 days ago
ContractRemote FriendlyProject Management, Quality Assurance +1

Project Controls Specialist - Eindhoven - English/Dutch Speaking - Hybrid


Location: Eindhoven, Netherlands (with occasional travel)


Are you an experienced Project Controls Specialist with a strong background in CapEx projects and a technical foundation? Do you thrive in managing large-scale projects, delivering top-tier performance in scheduling, cost forecasting, and risk management?

If so, we want to hear from you! Our client, a leading consultancy in the engineering and construction sector, is looking to expand their team with a senior professional who brings both expertise and a passion for driving success across complex projects.


What You’ll Do:

  • Manage project controls for CapEx projects, ensuring timely delivery and financial performance.
  • Develop and maintain detailed project schedules, forecast costs, and assess risks throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Oversee change management processes to manage scope, time, and cost changes.
  • Provide critical insights to clients and internal teams, ensuring alignment across all phases of the project.
  • Contribute to the internal coaching and development of junior project controls staff.


Who We’re Looking For:

  • 5+ years of experience in project controls, specifically within CapEx.
  • A technical or engineering degree to support your understanding of project complexities.
  • Hands-on expertise in scheduling, risk management, cost forecasting, and change management.
  • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage with senior-level clients.
  • Proficiency in English (Dutch and/or French is a plus, but not required).
  • A proactive mindset and a results-driven approach to delivering projects on time and within budget.


What’s in it for You?

  • Exciting projects with a focus on CapEx, working with top-tier clients.
  • Competitive salary and a flexible work environment.
  • Opportunities for career growth, with the chance to mentor and develop junior team members.
  • A role that balances project delivery with coaching and knowledge-sharing within a dynamic team.


Why Join?

This is your chance to make a real impact in a growing consultancy, taking ownership of high-profile CapEx projects while helping shape the future of the team. If you’re ready to bring your expertise to a company that values both your skills and your ability to lead, we’d love to chat.