Project Controls Lead – Södertälje, Stockholm

We're Hiring: Project Controls Lead – Södertälje, Stockholm.

We’re seeking a strategic and detail-oriented Project Controls Lead to take charge of governance, planning, and control processes across major capital projects.

Location: Södertälje (on-site 3 days/week) – Other time at Aurora office in Slussen

Position Type: Full-time

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and implement project controls across major or multiple smaller projects, ensuring compliance with AstraZeneca processes.
• Develop and oversee project control plans covering cost, schedule, cash flow, risk, change, and reporting.
• Establish project controls service agreements and clear accountability matrices.
• Support planning sessions, schedule risk management, and the onboarding of third-party control teams.
• Ensure high-quality, accurate, and timely reporting and documentation for internal governance and funding approvals.
• Interface with Procurement, Estimating, and Finance to support pre-contract planning and project tracking.
• Promote continuous improvement through lessons learned and involvement in operational model development.
• Take ownership of special projects or initiatives within the project services function.

Required Skills and Experience:

• Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Experience in project controls (including planning, cost management, and reporting).
• Proficiency in scheduling tools like Primavera and MS Project.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and team collaboration skills.
• Capable of managing service providers and coordinating with multiple teams.

Desirable:

• Bio-pharmaceutical and international project experience.
• Professional accreditation and hands-on experience with risk analysis and estimating practices.