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Overview
Job details
Permanent contract
Per the ad.
Requirements
Have the right to work in Spain
Catenon doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.
Speak fluent Spanish
Listed as a requirement in the ad.
Work on-site in Aznalcóllar
No relocation package mentioned.
Have 5+ years of experience
Senior-level role.
University degree
“Grado en Ingeniería Civil, Ingeniería de Obras Públicas o Máster en Ingeniería de Caminos, Canales y Puertos.” — per the ad.
This job was automatically translated to English.
The role
We are looking for a Planner / Cost Control Engineer to join a major and ambitious civil works project located in Aznalcóllar (Seville). Reporting directly to the Works Management and the Project Control department, your main mission will be to ensure strict compliance with execution deadlines and rigorous economic control of the project. This role is critical to the project's success, requiring strong analytical skills to anticipate deviations and optimize resource use. We offer a permanent contract and the opportunity to work in a highly specialized technical environment where your work will be key to strategic decision-making on site.
What you'll do
Develop, maintain, and update the detailed civil works schedule.
Identify and monitor the critical path and key project milestones to ensure deadlines are met.
Detect schedule deviations and propose contingency plans or strategic rescheduling.
Load resources (human, material, and economic) into the work schedule.
Carry out monthly budget monitoring using the Earned Value Management (EVM) methodology.
Prepare financial forecasts and estimates to completion (ETC/EAC).
Manage, measure, and prepare monthly work certifications.
Prepare detailed progress reports (KPIs, S-curves, cost reports) for Works Management, the Project Control department, and the Client.
Requirements:
Minimum requirements:
- Degree in Civil Engineering, Public Works Engineering, or a Master's in Roads, Canals, and Ports Engineering.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in planning, cost control, and monitoring of large-scale civil works.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
- Availability for immediate start.
Desirable requirements:
- Proficiency in planning software: Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project.
- Knowledge of cost control and management tools: Presto, Menfis, or SAP.
Skills:
- Strong analytical skills and a focus on resource optimization.
- Rigorous approach to meeting deadlines and economic targets.
About Catenon
Catenon is a global executive search and international recruitment firm that combines technology, data, and human insight to identify the best professionals worldwide. With 23 offices across the planet and operations in more than 100 countries, the company specializes in board search, executive search, middle management recruitment, international recruitment, salary benchmarking, and talent projects for industries including construction, engineering, energy, IT, life sciences, and professional services.
Headquartered in Madrid, Spain, Catenon operates as a Spanish multinational with a strong presence in the local market, offering roles such as Jefe de Obra, Director General, and Sales Manager across Spain. The company's work culture emphasizes global mobility, with opportunities for expatriation (e.g., COO in Mexico) and multilingual roles (e.g., French Desk in Madrid), making it attractive for international professionals seeking cross-border careers in recruitment and talent management.
- Industry
- Recruitment
- Website
- catenon.com
In their own words
About the company & team
Our client is one of the world's leading companies in the management of infrastructure and services related to the integrated water cycle and major civil works. With a solid international track record and a presence on multiple continents, the organization stands out for its commitment to technical innovation, sustainability, and operational excellence. Joining this team means becoming part of a high-level professional environment where large-scale projects that transform territories and improve the quality of life for communities are managed. The company offers a stable and dynamic work environment with constant opportunities for professional development on strategic, high-impact projects.
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