Job Description

Job title

- Project Control Manager

Location

- Dalry, UK

Job model

- On Site



The purpose of the role is effective development and control in the area of project cost estimation, project scheduling, budget, progress, and financial control of all site capital projects.

The Project Control Manager will be responsible for improving capital stewardship by improving capital efficiency.



At dsm-firmenich, being a force for good is not optional. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion is a shared responsibility woven into our daily work to not only benefit our People, Customers & Communities but also drive business value. Equal access to opportunities is a given, belonging is a shared feeling, authenticity is celebrated.

Your key responsibilities

Responsible for improving Capital Stewardship by:



1) Decision/economic analysis (i.c.w. Corporate Finance & Economics):

Financial Outcomes (NPV, CFROI, payout etc.) Strength/Weakness/Opportunity/Threats (SWOT-) Analysis Decision hierarchy, strategy table, influence diagram etc.
2) Cost estimating:

Assessment of scope definition Development/assessment of project cost estimates Definition/assessment of accuracy of project cost estimate Definition/evaluation of risks, contingencies Development of overall budget for project execution
3) Planning/Scheduling:

Definition of project schedule, milestones, and network planning Assignment of duration and resources to activities Critical path analysis Resource loaded critical path schedule (prior to project funding) Comparison actual schedule to target schedule and administration of corrective actions
4) Benchmarking:

Benchmark current- against equivalent projects Setting challenging project performance targets
5) Effective Cost Control/Forecasting:

Track budget Report expenditures and commitments against a work break down structure Administration of scope change management Cash flow management Use trending techniques to forecast final project cost For Internal Use Only
6) Effective Project Progress Control:

Performance measurement Project progress measurement (engineering-, procurement-, contracting-, construction-, scope change- progress versus the plan) Progress reporting (current and accurate information of project plan) Assessment of project schedules and progress reports developed by engineering contractors and feedback to Senior Project Manager.
7) Interacting with Contracting/Procurement departments:

Contracting and procurement plans Identifying bidders, pre-qualification, bidding, awarding administration and close out.
8) Finance/Audit:

Administration of accurate cost data Asset accounting (capital and expense) Support a finance audit.
9) Project Close outs :

Evaluation lessons learned Input into benchmark data
10) Tools/work processes:

Benchmarking Development/definition of project key parameters ("metrics") for project scheduling and cost engineering related to studies, conceptual design and preliminary engineering, basic engineering, up to and including EPC project phases and revamps. Development, definition and implementation of project control methods, -tools and work processes d) Liaising with the engineering community within HNC and dsm-firmenich.
11) Other aspects:

Contribution to Total Quality Control Coaching, training and consultancy of Project Managers Demonstrating a proactive approach towards SHE management

We bring

Empowerment to make meaningful contributions while upholding ethical standards. Recognition and celebration of your efforts and accomplishments. Being a part of an agile local team at the site Opportunities for growth and advancement for those who embrace innovation and take initiative. Opportunity to build a career in a company supplying sustainable products. Dedication to creating better futures for customers, communities, people, and the planet. Responsibility and accountability in living company values and driving sustainable solutions. Supportive environment where individuals are empowered to progress and contribute to meaningful change.

You bring

The successful candidate will be a graduate with an appropriate engineering degree and a minimum of 5 years relevant industrial experience. Other essential behaviors are: being flexible, team player, good communication, problem solving and organizational skills.

The application process

Interested in this position? Please apply on-line by uploading your resume in English via our career portal.

Equal Opportunities Commitment

dsm-firmenich is fully dedicated to inclusion because when people feel engaged and empowered, their creativity and innovation drives unprecedented progress. We aim to build a workplace where opportunity really is equal, so everyone can thrive. We do not discriminate there's a place for everyone at dsm-firmenich.


As a committed equal opportunity employer, we ensure our recruitment practices are inclusive and fair. We encourage the recruitment of a diverse workforce, representative of the communities in which we work, by using inclusive language, diverse interview panels, diversified sourcing strategies. Selection is based on qualifications, competency, experience, performance history and fit with the team to advance fair and equitable opportunity.


Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, backgrounds, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.


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About dsm-firmenich

As innovators in nutrition, health, and beauty, dsm-firmenich reinvents, manufactures, and combines vital nutrients, flavors, and fragrances for the world's growing population to thrive. With our comprehensive range of solutions, with natural and renewable ingredients and renowned science and technology capabilities, we work to create what is essential for life, desirable for consumers, and more sustainable for the planet. dsm-firmenich is a Swiss-Dutch company, listed on the Euronext Amsterdam, with operations in almost 60 countries and revenues of more than EUR12 billion. With a diverse, worldwide team of nearly 30,000 employees, we bring progress to life(TM) every day, everywhere, for billions of people. www.dsm-firmenich.com


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