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About us
Hop aboard Damen Naval; the naval division of the family-owned Damen Shipyards Group, where 12,000 professionals work worldwide. Damen Naval delivers advanced naval vessels to clients all over the globe. By implementing the most innovative technological developments in practice, we continue to push the boundaries of the shipbuilding industry. You can be part of our team! Are you ready for duty?
The role
As the Project Controller at Damen Naval you will take full ownership of financial and risk management for our complex naval shipbuilding projects and tenders. You will be instrumental in ensuring robust financial control and meticulous contract management from inception to completion. This pivotal role demands continuous monitoring of project objectives, the delivery of insightful and accurate financial and qualitative reports, and a steadfast commitment to upholding financial integrity in all your daily project management endeavors within the unique and challenging environment of naval shipbuilding.
Key accountabilities
In this role, your responsibilities will include:
Take ownership of end-to-end financial project control for naval shipbuilding projects, encompassing risk, cash flow, cost, forecasting, reporting, and contract management, while proactively monitoring progress.
Champion and ensure adherence to all compliance rules and regulations.
Actively promote cost awareness and financial accountability within project teams.
Closely monitor liquidity factors and keep the project team informed.
Identify financial challenges and independently propose solutions for improvement.
Deliver accurate, timely monthly and quarterly financial reports with insightful analysis.
Collaborate with legal to manage contract deviations and changes effectively.
Skills & experience
We are looking for candidates with the following qualifications:
A Bachelor's and/or Master's degree in Controlling, Accounting, or a related field, providing a strong foundational understanding of financial principles.
Proven experience, ideally a minimum of five years, in controlling substantial projects within a technical environment, demonstrating your ability to manage complex financial landscapes.
A distinct preference for candidates with direct experience in a Project Management setting, including a solid grasp of cash flow management and its critical role in project success.
Fluency in both Dutch and English (written and verbal) is essential for effective communication within our international environment
Excellent references, as a security screening is part of the hiring process.
- Permanent EU citizenship and passport are both required. Candidates with EU (work) visa or with both an EU and non-EU nationality and/or passport are not eligible in accordance with the requirements imposed by the military nature of our projects.
What we offer
At Damen Naval, we highly value our employees, and we will support your professional and personal development. We also provide our employees with:
A competitive salary and 8% holiday pay.
27 holidays and 13 ADV days.
Travel allowance of 23 cents per kilometre.
PME-pension arrangement with an employer contribution of 60%.
Profit sharing based on company results.
Flexibility to work from home up to two days a week.
Additional benefits including a bicycle plan and company fitness.
Application & information
Are you interested in this position, please submit your application with your CV and cover letter, along with an indication of:
- Your (preferred) monthly gross salary based on fulltime work.
- Availability (fulltime / part-time / number of hours).
- Notice period / possible starting date.
For more information about this vacancy or Damen Naval, please visit the Damen Naval website, the Damen Naval Career website or contact the Corporate Recruitment department via +31 118 485 000.
Please note that due to the military nature of our projects, only candidates who have permanent EU nationality can be considered for vacancies at Damen Naval. Unfortunately, we are not allowed to process candidates who (also) have a non-EU passport or nationality.
A pre-employment and security screening and investigation form part of the recruitment process.
Acquisition and introduction of candidates without a formal request is not appreciated and they will not be considered.
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