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.
In addition to a competitive salary package, we offer: Strong development opportunities and digital offers for personal development (e.g. LinkedIn Learning)Mobile and flexible working options (e.g. 3 days mobile working, flextime)Regular communication with your line manager and independent work with room for your own ideasContribution to the company pension schemeCompany supplementary health/nursing care insurance with an extensive health budgetAdvice in all situations through EAPBenefits in the form of employee offers (corporate benefits)Further benefits based on the collective agreement of the chemical industry (e.g. up to 35 days of vacation per year, 13th salary (105%), vacation pay, ...)