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Schedule and Risk Management Expert

Job Introduction

Serco is a leading Space Services Provider with thousands of skilled resources that has supported over 50 space missions on behalf of more than 10 Space or Government agencies around the globe, including the ESA and NASA. Serco offers space capability across the full space lifecycle from satellite testing to Launch services, LEOP to spacecraft operations, space surveillance to data management, and supporting downstream application development. With over 55 years history in the space sector Serco is well placed to contribute to National strategies and New Space ventures who want to scale their businesses/organizations with skilled talent.

We are seeking a Schedule and Risk Management Expert to work on our Customers Site (ESA-ESTEC) in the Netherlands. This is a fantastic opportunity to get into one of the most sought-after space agencies in the world.

The overall goal of the service is to provide project management support services for CSC Programmes and Projects, covering all activities linked to schedule and risk management, project administration support and configuration and data management. The service shall assist the CSC teams in improving operational harmonisation, efficiency and effectiveness through the continuous review, update and implementation of project management processes, procedures, best practices and tools.

For schedule and risk management control activities, the service requires a planning and schedule expertise to support the analysis of schedule files and critical paths, the definition and maintenance of project schedules within the CSC directorate, the definition and maintenance of milestone trend charts and support to the preparation of risk adjusted schedules.

The task covers the schedule and risk management functions in support of the CSC projects managed at ESTEC and ECSAT. The service shall operate in a lean and efficient manner, working autonomously on routine tasks, liaising and collaborating with other Teams/Groups in ESA, proactively interfacing with industrial teams as necessary, maintaining good working relationships and facilitating information exchange.

Main Responsibilities

As Schedule and Risk Management Expert you will concentrate your activities on the following:

Coordinate project schedules and risk support, ensuring consistency in tools and approaches.
Assist project teams in schedule control and monitoring industrial partners' progress.
Analyze schedules using KPIs and prepare performance deviation reports.
Conduct schedule quality assessments, critical path analysis and risk evaluations.
Provide expert advice on schedule and risk management during key project phases.
Set up and maintain schedule and risk management tools.
Support project teams in improving schedule performance and mitigating risks.
Organize and lead schedule/risk meetings with internal teams and industry partners.
Identify scheduling issues, suggest improvements and run simulations for decision-making.
Maintain reporting templates, performance indicators and progress tracking tools.
Prepare periodic reports on schedule performance and communicate findings.
Ensure alignment between industrial partners' schedules and project requirements.
Assist in schedule-related activities for project close-out.
Contribute to process improvements, new tool implementations and best practices in schedule and risk management.
Provide training and support on schedule and risk tools for ESA teams.

Successful Candidate

Do you think you are the person we are looking for? See below what experience or knowledge you should bring:

Master's degree in Project Management, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field, preferentially with an affinity to Space.
Minimum of 5 years of experience in project scheduling and risk management for large capex projects in sectors such as Aerospace, Defence or Civil Construction, involving broad multi-tier industrial consortia.
Proficiency in project management software (MS Project).
Experience with schedule techniques such as critical path analysis, resource allocation and levelling, cost and risk integration, what-if scenarios, and best practices in schedule design.
Experience with quantitative and qualitative risk analysis techniques such as steering risk workshops, structuring risk data, performing Monte Carlo simulations to deliver risk-adjusted schedules and cost plans and advising on risk response strategies.
Skilled in analysing and reporting schedule and risk data with different visuals and appropriate metrics, via documents (ex. MS Word, PowerPoint), dashboards (ex. MS Excel, Power BI, SharePoint) and backlog tools (ex. MS Teams Planner).
Strong analytical skills with the ability to perform complex schedule analysis.
Ability to create and deliver training materials on schedule tools and risk management practices.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Certification in Project Management (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2) is preferred.
Experience working with industrial consortia and large-scale projects is a plus.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Proficient in the English language, both written and spoken.
Candidates must be eligible to work in the EU.
Candidates must be eligible to obtain a security clearance from an EU member states

On offer

Flexible working policy (hybrid working)
Comprehensive and competitive benefits plan
A range of wellness activities and employee assistance programs
Casual dress code
Bike Scheme

Relocation:

The Netherlands' central location in Europe makes it an ideal base for travel and business within the EU. Major cities are well-connected by road, rail, and air with Amsterdam Schiphol Airport one of Europe's busiest and most well-connected airports, facilitating easy international travel.
Serco offers relocation support for all EU passport holders that are planning to relocate to the Netherlands and work for Serco B.V.

About the Company

Why should you join Serco ?

At Serco not only is the nature of the work we do important, everyone has an important role to play.

Meaningful and vital work - You’ll contribute to methodologically intercepting challenges whilst achievements will also be recognised and celebrated.

A world of opportunity - You’ll be wholeheartedly supported with development and career progression

Great people - You’ll become an integral member of a well-defined and supportive team who believe passionately in the value of our work. We are a company passionate about diversity and inclusion.

We are diverse and inclusive organisation

At Serco, we see people first and foremost for their performance and potential and we are committed to supporting the needs of all our colleagues. It’s a mix of people from different backgrounds, experiences and opinion that keeps our culture strong and vibrant.

We believe in equity so we strongly encourage applications from a diverse range of candidates. Disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the job are encouraged to apply and demonstrate their abilities in an interview. We also welcome a conversation about any adjustments that would make the interview process more accessible for you. Wherever possible we are open to discussions around flexible working and we operate a hybrid work structure in many of our business areas.

In the UK we are proud to be a Disability Confident Leader in the government’s scheme and hold the Gold Inclusive Employer Standard; in Belgium we are partner of Diversicom and member of Charter der Vielfalt in Germany.

If you have any questions please do not hesitate to reach out to The Serco Europe Recruitment Team

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