Lead Project Controller at Novo Nordisk Engineering

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Kongens Lyngby, Lyngby-Tårbæk Kommune, Denmark NNE AS Full time

Lead Project Controller at Novo Nordisk Engineering

This position requires extensive experience with in-depth cost controlling skills in complex pharma projects. Preferably, you have a technical background as a Civil Engineer or similar and have controlled construction projects in your previous positions. If this sounds like you, we have an open position for a Lead / Senior Project Controller to oversee one of the largest projects in NNE's history.

What do we do at NNE?
We are experts in end-to-end pharma engineering, designing and building pharma facilities essential for millions of patients worldwide. Our success is built on our relationships, both with our colleagues and our customers. If you are passionate about working for a noble cause on projects shaping the future of sustainable and intelligent pharma facilities, NNE is the place to be.

About the role
You will join our Project Execution area consisting of approximately 200 highly skilled project employees. Specifically, you will be part of our Project Controls Team, consisting of 25 highly skilled Senior Project Controllers and Project Controllers in Denmark and India, who supervise the controlling of the largest execution projects in NNE. We engage and interact with a variety of stakeholders. Regardless of which of these many stakeholders we face, our ambition is to take a wingman position: providing our stakeholders support in a manner that allows them a feeling of control and support. This requires a proactive mindset and approach to problem-solving and a high level of flexibility.

What we can offer:

  • Work alongside the best: As your future team is highly skilled and experienced in this niche area of working with some of the largest Pharma Engineering Projects in Denmark.
  • Passionate work environment: Our dedicated controller team is socially engaged, supportive, and committed to going the extra mile.
  • Dynamic projects: Enjoy a challenging environment where no days are the same. Gain in-depth knowledge of project controlling and become a key partner to project managers in finance, risk, and progress.
  • Global Diversity: We are a global team with different backgrounds, nationalities, and experiences, bringing great perspectives into the way we work.

Location: Kalundborg or Virum
Department: Controlling
Experience: +8 years
Employment Type: Full Time

How you might spend your days:
As a Lead/Project Controller, you'll be working with a dynamic, multi-disciplinary team where your daily responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

  • Manage project controls at all levels and often take up a position as Project Controls Manager on a project, directing 3-5 people within the project organization.
  • Lead all financial issues in a holistic perspective and related activities in single projects or a portfolio of projects. Ensure correct financial management and reporting to establish the best possible foundation for profitable and lean project execution.
  • Ensure that activities are performed in accordance with project controls procedures. Ensure that relevant project members are familiar with the methods and that the use of these is clearly communicated to the project organization (e.g., Project Performance Report, plan and monitor cash flow, follow up on milestones, bonus/penalty, risk, forecast of project staffing and procurement items, Earned Value Management, Profit & Loss calculation).
  • By your strong personal and professional skills, you will constructively and proactively challenge, push back, and take ownership of delivering accurate reports.
  • Act as the Project Management's trusted advisor in any aspect of cost, time, and risk, foreseeing potential project risks.

Who you are:
We care about who you are as a person. In the end, how you work and your energy impact the results we achieve as a team. As a person, you are:

  • Possess strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
  • Foster leadership skills facilitating a high-performing project controls team.
  • Create structure and handle several projects/tasks simultaneously.
  • Thrive in an energetic environment and enjoy working with highly skilled colleagues.
  • Are a team player who drives engagement in the team.
  • Support management in leading strategic initiatives and continuous improvement.

The miles you've walked:
In all positions, there are some things that are needed and others a bonus. We believe these qualifications are needed for you to do well in this role:

  • Experience as Cost Engineer, Civil Engineer, Quantity Surveyor, Senior Cost Controller, or Project Controls Manager.
  • Educational background (min. Bachelor) within Economics or as a technical engineer.
  • +8 years of experience within Project Controls, ideally from the pharmaceutical, biotech, food, or chemical industry.
  • In-depth experience of cost controlling procedures, forecasting, and monthly reporting to customers.
  • Familiar with Project Planning, Project Risk Management, and Tender/Contract Management.
  • Proficiency in using PIMS, NAV, SAP, Excel, and PowerPoint.
  • Experience with Earned Value Management methodology.
  • Fluent in English, spoken and written. You live in Denmark.

If you do not check all the boxes, you are welcome to offer alternative experience that you think would be valuable in this role.

Why choose NNE?
We provide a range of perks and benefits tailored to enhance your overall experience. Some highlights include:

  • Vibrant and project-based work environment
  • Collaboration and innovation-based culture
  • True empowerment and flexible working conditions

Unleash your potential:
NNE is short for Novo Nordisk Engineering. For all of us who work here, NNE means so much more. We are the epitome of a people business and, as such, we are dedicated to continuously developing our people. We do not expect you to know it all, and we recognize that a great onboarding experience is key. We therefore greet new colleagues with our award-nominated onboarding program and in-house talent programs designed to keep our biggest asset – you - developed for the long run.

Did we spark your curiosity? If you're ready to join our passion, let's hear from you.
Deadline for application: September 22nd, 2024

Questions before applying? Please contact Senior Manager & Head of Controlling Anja Dandanell Johansen at or +45 3075 3170.

At NNE, we commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity for all our job applicants. To maintain fairness, we request that you refrain from including a photo in your CV.

Please note we only accept applications submitted through our online recruitment system.

You do not need to attach a cover letter to your application, but please include a few sentences about why you are applying in your resume or CV.

We will invite candidates to interviews on a rolling basis.

To learn more about us, visit .

Application Deadline: 9/23/2024
Location: Denmark - Virum

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