Head of Discipline, Project Controlling Excellence Central (58716)

Are you an experienced professional with a deep understanding of financial project controlling? Do you want to create the solutions the world needs today for a better tomorrow? Then, COWI is the place for you!

Join our Project Controlling Excellence Central department in Lithuania

In this position you will oversee and coordinate a team of more than 15 project controllers in accordance with existing frameworks and principles. This role offers a distinct opportunity to facilitate improvements and contribute to the sustainable transformation for both COWI and the communities we support. In COWI you will implement best practice to the project controlling area in close collaboration with the business.

On a day-to-day basis, you also will:

• Act as a guiding influence, showcasing COWI’s leadership principles while motivating your team
• Expected to approach problem-solving and decision-making comprehensively, considering both immediate effects and broader organizational implications
• Your responsibility will be to ensure project controllers understand and adhere to established frameworks and principles critical for meeting our goals
• You will manage the team's workload, ensuring tasks meet high-quality standards and are completed on time, especially regarding project invoicing
• Ensure all projects operate in full compliance with internal policies and local laws, minimizing risks and avoiding legal issues
• You will engage in strategic discussions with the Vice President of PCE Central and GEO, aligning goals to enhance project outcomes
• You will aim to enhance Project Controlling by implementing best practices and innovative approaches that improve efficiency in project management

Your skills. Our team. Together we design the future.

Like us, you believe that effective leadership comes from setting a clear and meaningful direction for your team and supporting them in taking ownership of their work. Attracting and developing a diverse group of high-potential team members is at the top of your agenda, as is creating an inclusive, constructive and trusting culture in your team.

On top of that, we hope that you have:

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in accounting, finance, economics or another relevant field
• Exhibited leadership skills with the ability to inspire and motivate a team
• Thorough understanding of project controlling frameworks and principles
• Experience in ensuring compliance with internal policies and local legislation
• Proficient organizational skills to manage workloads and meet deadlines
• Effective communication and collaboration skills, particularly with senior leadership
• Ability to facilitate performance improvement and team development
• Proficient in English communication, both written and spoken

A place to work and so much more

At COWI, we work together with our customers to shape a sustainable and liveable world. We do it by applying our knowledge and curiosity – and sometimes even our courage – to create the solutions the world needs today to enable a better tomorrow. That is why we say no to fossil-based projects and aspire to have 100% of our revenue come from activities that move our customers towards sustainability.

We value differences and development and cultivate an environment of belonging and having fun. Because that is what brings out the best in you, at work and at home. With offices primarily located in the Nordic region, the UK, North America and India, we are currently more than 8,000 people who bring their expertise in engineering, architecture, energy and environment into play.

What we also offer:

• Private health insurance after the probation period
• Accident insurance from the first day of employment
• 1 extra day off after your birthday
• Hybrid working conditions
• Other benefits, such as: personalized development plans and online trainings, new and modern office space, various COWI partners discounts and offers, social initiatives, and corporate events

Salary for this position ranges from 4000 – 5500 EUR before taxes. The final offer will be tailored to reflect your skills and level of experience.

Got more questions?

If you have unanswered questions about the role or what we have to offer, please reach out to Talent Acquisition Specialist, Nida Kvedaraitė on nikv@cowi.com. Get to know us even better at our website www.cowi.com where you can learn more about our projects, our strategy, what we want to accomplish, and what life is like at COWI.

We do our utmost to ensure that our recruitment process is as fair and unbiased as possible. You can help us by not including a photo in your CV when you apply.

Diversity is fundamental to COWI, inclusion is key

We are committed to creating a respectful and fair work environment where all employees have a sense of belonging and equitable opportunities to thrive and grow. We ensure that our leaders are role models for inclusive leadership by cultivating a culture where diverse perspectives and thoughts are seen as strengths. And we take diversity and inclusion into account in all relevant decisions and processes and when setting teams and fora. We do it because it is part of our values and because it is simply the right thing to do.