Project Controller
Wärtsilä is a world leader in marine technology and leading the industry's transformation towards a decarbonised and sustainable future. With the world’s widest portfolio and service network, we – Wärtsilians - deliver efficient, safe and sustainable integrated products and solutions to enhance the business of our customers. The opportunities presented through digitalisation and new technologies are offering a new era of shipping. Did you know that shipping is the world’s most efficient mode of transportation and that 88% of the world's trade is carried by sea?
We want to change the course towards an interconnected and cleaner maritime future and are constantly on the lookout for future-oriented talent to join our team and to work towards enabling sustainable societies through innovation in technology and services - together. Are you ready to jump onboard?
We want to change the course towards an interconnected and cleaner maritime future and are constantly on the lookout for future-oriented talent to join our team and to work towards enabling sustainable societies through innovation in technology and services - together. Are you ready to jump onboard?
We are now looking for a
Project Controller (m/f/d)
to join our team working for a better future.
The preferred location for the position is in Hamburg, Germany.
What you will be doing
As a Project controller for Wärtsilä SAM Electronics GmbH you will be part of a professional well-established project controlling department (currently consisting of 10 team members)
In your role you will independently manage all commercial all commercial and business matters of large-scale projects and act as the co-pilot of your projects. By preparing project forecasts, variance analyses and project and management reports you will generate transparency for your internal stake holders.
In your role you will independently manage all commercial all commercial and business matters of large-scale projects and act as the co-pilot of your projects. By preparing project forecasts, variance analyses and project and management reports you will generate transparency for your internal stake holders.
As Project Controller your work will focus on these responsibilities:
- Handling of all commercial and business issues within the scope of major projects (typical project value >40Mio€).
- Commercial key contact person for project managers, project team and customers.
- Preparation of project forecast (cash flow, costs, sales, profitability), preparation of variance analyses, preparation of project and management reports
- Independent opportunity and risk assessment, support of project management in claim management.
- Review and evaluation of quotation and project calculation in cooperation with the project manager, support in the creation and independent monitoring of project-specific key performance indicators (KPIs).
- Accounting in accordance with internal liquidity planning and in coordination with the project manager.
- Ensuring compliance with internal regulations and guidelines on commercial matters.
- Execution of project related month-end and year-end closing activities.
- Participation in customer and supplier negotiations when required
You will shine in this role, when you have:
- You have at least a bachelor's degree in engineering or economics
- Minimum 5 years of proven experience in project management or project controlling of complex industrial projects
- Leading personality with an entrepreneurial spirit who knows how to set priorities
- Proven expertise of project management (e.g IPMA or PMI certification)
- Strong numerical and analytical skills developed whilst working on high value projects.
- Ability to independently work within multidisciplinary teams and across multiple projects.
- Solid experience with SAP and MS Office
- Fluent German and English skills written and spoken.
- Willingness to occasionally travel to your project sites (Approx. 5-10%)
Why you and us?
We at Wärtsilä believe in empowerment, ownership and taking responsibility of our work. We support each other’s growth and co-creation is the true basis of our innovation.
We have courage to see opportunities and take initiative.
We are authentic and honest, and we strongly believe in that by being your own true self you can accomplish so much more. We don’t always get it right the first time, and if mistakes are made, we make sure to learn and grow from them. We want everyone to voice their opinions freely. That is why we have built an environment that empowers you and everyone around you, and where you can feel safe and cared for. Are you eager to be part of this ambition?
We have an amazing team and we are excited about our work and the impact it has on building sustainable societies. We are looking to find a colleague with this shared passion for smart technologies and a sustainable future.
Contact & next steps
We hope to hear from you soon, by submitting your application through our careers portal. We aim to keep you updated on the process throughout.
For further questions please reach out to Haiko Fries, Teamlead Project Controlling, through email [email protected] with any questions related to this position (only for questions from direct job applicants, applications through email will not be recorded or responded to).
Welcome to join us in shaping the decarbonisation of marine and energy!
Last application date: 15/09/2025
At Wärtsilä we value, respect and embrace all our differences, and are committed to diversity, inclusion and equal employment opportunities; everyone can be their true self and succeed based on their job-relevant merits and abilities.
Please note that according to Wärtsilä policy, voluntary consent for a security check may be required from candidates being considered for this position, depending on the applicable country.
Please note that according to Wärtsilä policy, voluntary consent for a security check may be required from candidates being considered for this position, depending on the applicable country.
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