Your Tasks Support with project acquisition Independent compilation of administrative and technical bidding documents for the acquisition tasksInternational/National correspondence with partner organisations and expertsLayout checking/formatting and linguistic revision of the bidsQuality assurance, coordination of printing and dispatch of all bidding documents in compliance with donor criteria (KfW, EU, WB…) and submission deadlines Support with project implementation Support in the administrative and organisational tasks of ongoing projectsCoordination with stakeholders, consortium partners, experts for project related mattersChecking invoices, time sheets, regular deliverables, and necessary material for successful project implementation Office management Organisation, preparation and, when required, attendance in meetingsLogistical support for missions abroad (flights, hotel, visa applications…)Maintaining and updating project related databaseQuality Check including formatting and linguistic review Your profile Commercial vocational training (office clerk, foreign language correspondence, European assistant…) or bachelor’s degree with initial relevant work experienceVery good knowledge of French and EnglishExcellent skills in the common MS Office products (especially Word) and familiarity with databasesHigh sense of quality and responsibilityAbility to maintain an overview, meet deadlines and make pragmatic decisions even during work-intensive phasesSelf-initiative, open-mindedness, and communication skillsAutonomy and efficient time management We offer Permanent position and a flexible working environmentFriendly and collaborative spirit in multidisciplinary teamsHigh degree of personal responsibilityChallenging projects, where you can develop both professionally and personallyMultiple internal and external training opportunities within our offices in Germany and worldwide When applying for a job at GKW Consult, please note our information on data protection for applicants.
Your assignments Leading multidisciplinary and multicultural project teamsManagement of several urban water projectsResponsibility for studies, design, tender documents and construction supervision for different investment measures in the field of water, wastewater and solid waste (2 out of 3 fields)Liaison and communication with Clients and Donor AgenciesManagement of technical deliverables and reportingPredict resources needed to reach objectives and manage resources in an effective and efficient mannerPrepare and track project budgets based on scope of work and resource requirementsTrack, follow up and report on invoicingDevelop and manage a detailed project schedule and work plan for a portfolio of projectsProvide project updates on a consistent basis to management and external stakeholders about strategy, adjustments, and progressPrepare and manage contracts with subcontractors and suppliersUtilize industry best practices, techniques, and standardsMeasure project performance to identify areas for improvementManage preparation of PQsManage and write technical and financial proposals, bring proposals through the approval process Your profile University degree (M.Sc.) in civil engineering, mechanical engineering, process or environmental engineering or other suitable qualificationPreferably 15 years of professional experience in international consulting / engineering in the field of urban water managementSeveral years of experience in project management, project control (backstopping) and in dealing with international donor organizations and development banksConfirmed successful acquisition of consulting projectsVery good leadership, team development and communication skillsVisionary thinking skills and the ability to support and shape a developing department and teamBe actively involved in professional activities, conferences, committees in the industryWillingness to travel extensivelyVery good knowledge of the English language, spoken and written and preferably in an additional business language (French, Spanish, etc.)Proficiency with Project Management software preferredStrong interpersonal and technical writing skillsPreferably additional qualifications in project management (PMI or similar) We offer Permanent positionFlexible working environment (mobile office/office hours)Friendly and collaborative spirit in multidisciplinary teamsHigh degree of personal responsibilityFinancial benefits (e.g. participation in corporate success)Challenging projects, where you can develop both professionally and personallyMultiple internal and external training opportunitiesCanteen nearby (meal allowance)Office amenities (e.g. company sports, free water, coffee and tea) Please send your application to Christina Müller.