Project Manager - Program Planning & Cost Control (Defence Sector)

Indra·Madrid, Spain

What they offer

  • Hybrid

    Office and home days — the ad has the split.

What they ask for

  • Have the right to work in Spain

    Indra doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.

  • Work in English

    English is required, per the ad.

  • Be near Madrid for hybrid days

    No relocation package mentioned.

  • Have 5+ years of experience

    Senior-level role.

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What you'll do

  • Lead the planning, execution, monitoring, and closure of projects and programs in the Defence sector.
  • Prepare and maintain program planning (WBS, milestones, schedule, and critical path) in coordination with technical teams.
  • Manage risks, opportunities, and deviations of a technical, financial, and contractual nature.
  • Oversee budgets, direct and indirect costs, margins, estimate at completion (EAC), and program profitability.
  • Monitor performance using Earned Value Management (EVM) methodologies, analyzing indicators such as SPI and CPI.
  • Control costs in accordance with ESDC, ESDT, and ESDP structures and, when applicable, under NODECOS regulations.
  • Prepare progress, monitoring, and economic status reports for Management and the client.
  • Manage contractual modifications (change orders), assessing their impact on costs, schedules, and scope.
  • Act as the main point of contact with the client on matters related to planning, costs, invoicing, and contractual monitoring.
  • Coordinate multidisciplinary teams and collaborate closely with the Accounting, Controlling, and Procurement areas.
  • Participate in cost and price audits.
  • Provide support in the preparation of technical-economic bids, commercial proposals, and scope expansions.

What you'll get

  • Stability and Future: Long-term projects in a leading Defence company with more than 60,000 professionals and international presence.
  • Innovative and High-Impact Projects: You will participate in strategic programs with real impact on security and defense.
  • Close and Transparent Environment: You will be part of a collaborative setting where open communication and teamwork are key.
  • Autonomy and Flexibility: Hybrid model that supports work-life balance and efficient work organization.
  • Career plan tailored to you: Designed to boost your growth and help you reach new professional challenges.
  • Continuous training: Access to Open University and Udemy Business with thousands of courses to keep developing your skills.
  • Exclusive discounts for your well-being: Benefits at gyms, restaurants, travel, leisure, and other services.
  • Competitive compensation and flexible benefit plans adapted to your needs.

About the company & team

We lead the development of cutting-edge technological solutions that strengthen national and international security. As a benchmark in the Defence sector, we participate in highly complex strategic programs, driving key capabilities for our national and international clients and contributing to the technological sovereignty and security of the countries where we operate.

In our position as a leading company in the Defence field, we want to bring on board a Project Manager - Program Planning & Cost Control to lead planning, economic control, and comprehensive monitoring of strategic programs, ensuring compliance with scope, schedule, cost, and quality.

We are looking for a profile with solid financial vision and experience in managing complex programs, capable of coordinating multidisciplinary teams and acting as a liaison between project areas, finance, and the client, including Ministry of Defence bodies when applicable.

Join a company recognized as one of the best places to work in Spain, thanks to its comprehensive HR management and the development opportunities it offers its professionals.

Hiring process

  • Profile review: We evaluate your experience and skills to determine if you fit what we are looking for.
  • First contact (5-10 min): If you receive a call from an unknown number, it's our team! It will be a quick conversation to get to know you and answer any questions.
  • Technical interview: You will meet with the team responsible for the project to go deeper into your professional experience and technical knowledge. In addition, we may carry out brief psychological and English competency tests if applicable.
  • Interview with the Talent Attraction team: We want you to get to know us better as a company, our values, professional development model, and growth opportunities.
  • Offer and welcome: If everything goes well, you will join our team and we will begin this new stage together!

Estimated process time: 3 weeks.

Our commitment is to promote work environments where people are treated with respect and dignity, fostering the professional development of our workforce and ensuring equal opportunities in selection, training, and promotion, offering a workplace free from any discrimination based on gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, ethnicity, marital status, or any other personal or social circumstance.

What are we looking for in you?

Don't worry if you don't meet 100% of what we are looking for. Go ahead, learn about our proposal, and tell us what you can bring!

  • University degree in Industrial Engineering or related disciplines.
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in project or program management with responsibility for planning and economic control.
  • Experience in preparing and monitoring budgets, cost control, and profitability analysis.
  • Knowledge of project planning and management methodologies.
  • Experience working with EVM indicators (SPI, CPI, EAC, and variance analysis).
  • Experience in contractual management and financial monitoring of projects.
  • Ability to coordinate multidisciplinary teams and interact with senior-level clients.
  • Sufficient English level to operate in professional environments.

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About the company

Indra

Indra

IT and Defense

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Spanish company
57000 employees