Project Controller

Working at Boskalis is about creating new horizons and sustainable solutions. In a world where population growth, increase of global trade, demand for (new) energy, and climate change are driving forces, we challenge you to make your mark in finding innovative and relevant solutions for complex infrastructural and marine projects.

In your job, you will work for the offshore energy division. Boskalis has one of the largest global fleets of specialized offshore vessels, allowing us to carry out a broad range of offshore activities. We provide innovative and sustainable all-round solutions to tackle major worldwide maritime challenges.

We Offer

Make your mark as a decisive and result-oriented project controller who is constantly looking for the story behind the figures. Are you ready for a new step in your career and do you want to work for a company that literally changes the world map? Are you performing well in a dynamic and international working environment that is in full development? And does the down-to-earth mentality of the maritime industry suit you perfectly? Then we would like to talk to you about the position of project controller for Boskalis Offshore Energy division.

As a project controller at Boskalis, you get the chance to be at the forefront of the energy transition. Our groundbreaking projects feature the largest foundations ever seen, setting new standards in renewable energy. The projects you work on vary, as you work for the different business units (7 in total) of our Offshore Energy division.

Your Responsibilities as a Project Controller:

• Monitoring the progress of ongoing projects and discussing progress and forecasts with the Senior Project Controller and/or Project Manager.
• Preparing and submitting periodic financial reports and budget control reports.
• Identifying, managing, and reporting risks, deadlines/contractual obligations (especially financial obligations).
• Monitoring and managing progress, cash flows, claims, and variation orders.
• Ensuring high-quality and timely tax reporting and handling local tax-related obligations (filings).
• Providing support during the annual financial audits.

What You Bring as a Project Controller:

• A bachelor degree in Business Economics, Business Administration, or a similar field.
• A minimum of 3 years of experience as a Project Controller or similar business-oriented finance role in a complex environment, preferably in the maritime, offshore, construction, manufacturing, or infrastructure industry.
• Strong communication skills in English.
• Team player focus on building relationships with both financial and operational colleagues.
• Flexibility, strong analytical skills, goal-oriented, and ability to handle stress.
• Flexibility with regards to potential overseas periods of working during your career at Boskalis (e.g., on a rotational basis at a project site).

What You Can Expect

• A dynamic environment: A job where you can make an impact, in an earth-moving company, as part of a diverse, international team of experts.
• Rewarding conditions: A competitive salary and much more, including holiday allowance, holiday entitlement of 26 days (based on a full-time contract), a non-contributory pension scheme, and collective schemes such as company health insurance, and travel allowance.
• Career development: Plenty of opportunities to realize your full potential. Challenge yourself with (online) courses in our Boskalis academy.
• The Boskalis campus: Experience the unique Boskalis vibe at our Papendrecht site, complete with restaurants, sports fields, and a wharf where our vessels dock. We offer a state-of-the-art auditorium, brainstorming rooms, an experience center for client meetings, and a coffee place where you can connect with colleagues.
• Boskalis project site: You will work on groundbreaking projects around the world. Boskalis creates new horizons and executes an extensive range of dredging and marine projects in 90 countries and across six continents.
• Young Boskalis: Are you under 36? Come and join Young Boskalis! Have fun and join in social and sports activities ranging from pub quizzes to yoga, boot camps and an annual sailing boat race. Networking and knowledge sharing are a vital part of Young Boskalis as well.

Extra Information

• Your team: As a project controller, you have a reporting line to the area controller for general oversight and to the senior project controller specifically for project-related matters. Both will provide coaching and guidance to support your personal development journey within the role.
• Where you will work: There are several options. The Papendrecht Head office is your duty location. During the execution phase of the project you will travel to the project site office. You also have the opportunity to travel internationally on a regular basis and stay at a project site for extended periods in a rotation of 6 weeks on, 4 weeks off.
• Next steps: Apply easily by completing the online application form. Interviews are held online or in the office. Once it’s clear we’re a good match, we’ll make you an offer – and look forward to welcoming you to the company.