Project Planning Officer

The Project Planning Group at the European Spallation Source (ESS) in Lund, Sweden, invites applications for a Project Planning Officer.

Description of directorate/division

The Project Planning Group supports all construction projects with creating, maintaining and tracking an integrated and cost loaded plan. The group works closely with each project management team and other related support functions like Finance Group and the Procurement Division. 

Description of main responsibilities

* Create, manage and maintain planning, cost and schedule for projects in the design and construction phase.
* Ensure that the project plan and the schedule are aligned with the top-level planning.
* Make project forecasts, both schedule and cost.
* Monitor and report project performance and progress through Earned Value Management.
* Support the project managers in the planning and reporting process.
* Manage project risk register.
* Participate in establishing processes for planning, reporting and monitoring projects.
* Participate in other activities performed by the Project Support and Finance Division. 

Qualifications

* Master of Science, Master of Business Administration or other relevant degree/experience.
* Experience of working in a complex (both technical but also organizational) international project environment. Several years experience of project and risk management. 

Experience in the following areas is desirable:

* Earned Value Management methodology or in the Deltech COBRA software. 
* XLPM (PROPS) or PMI - Project Management Methodology
* Primavera P6 (planning software)
* Experience of working in an international environment is essential.
* Excellent oral and written English skills are a prerequisite; knowledge of other European languages would be an advantage.

You as a person:

To be successful and perform well in this position we believe that you are a dedicated and flexible team player with high personal integrity.

Our work environment is characterized by fast growth, high rate of work, and an international atmosphere with highly academic personnel. The candidate must therefore enjoy the diversity of such and have a personality suited for the challenges it holds. In this growing organization you will have the possibility to take part in developing new routines and processes. Our work environment is exciting and forward thinking and relies heavily on personal initiative.

 What ESS can offer

At ESS we offer people with talent and passion a unique opportunity to be involved in the development and building of a world leading facility for materials research. Besides attractive employment and relocation conditions, the flexibility to balance work life with private life and good opportunities to further enhance your skills; you will also enjoy being part of an organizational culture that promotes and supports internal career growth. We pride ourselves in having successful collaboration across different functions, and as the facility continues to grow we will keep nurturing the international and vibrant environment welcoming people from all across the world.

Duration & Location

The position is permanent with six months initial probationary period. Your work place will be situated in Lund, Sweden.

Start date

The position is to be filled as soon as possible. 

Application & Contact

Please provide your curriculum vitae and cover letter in English by clicking on “apply” and following the instructions. Please note we only accept applications via the ESS website.

The deadline for applications is 29th of March 2015.

For further information regarding the position, please contact Mikael Jakobsson, mikael.jakobsson[at]esss.se. For further information regarding the recruitment process, please contact HR Officer, Jessica Kvarnhammar, jessica.kvarnhammar[at]esss.se.

We look forward to receiving your application.