As support to a European space company we are looking for a Project Planner

Activities

Our customer is a European leading system house, specialised in development and implementation of high technology solutions for aerospace. You will be the Planning and Scheduling Manager for a large space project. Being part of the Project Control Office that supports the project, you will be reporting directly to the Project Manager. This role includes the following activities and responsibilities:

• Preparing, developing and maintaining the overall programmatic aspects of the project including schedule, cost, finance, progress control and project administration
• Implementing and operating planning and control procedures to provide full visibility on all activities related to the progress
• Preparing estimates for new project activities and maintaining project databases
• Identifying potential problem areas and proposing remedial actions; preparing reports as required
• Assisting in the preparation of tender documents with respect to cost and schedule/planning requirements and participating in the evaluation of proposals; preparing information required for subsequent contract negotiations and participating in all tasks related to placing of contracts
• Supporting the establishment and implementation of risk management procedures
• Participating in the establishment and maintenance of the project control procedures

Skills

You ideally have the following qualifications and experience:

• University degree or equivalent qualification in engineering or business administration and a solid working background in the disciplines related to the tasks described
• Substantial experience in the application of project management and project control principles, in the preparation, negotiation and implementation of major industrial procurements and the ability to establish/utilize advanced project control techniques, is essential
• Excellent planning and organisation skills, ability to synthesise complex information and capability to work effectively in a team environment
• Experience in MS Office tools is mandatory; MS Project would be an asset
• Fluency in English and German language is required

Starting date: February 2011 or as soon as possible thereafter

An exciting international working environment in a highly innovative team awaits you. You will benefit from focused training and personal development.

HE Space Operations is a growing international space company. For over 25 years we have provided our customers with consultancy services in Engineering and Business Administration. We open the door to working directly on-site with our principal customers in the space sector.