Project Controller

 

Ready to engineer your positive impact? Then join Tractebel, part of the ENGIE Group, and our 5,600 passionate experts around the globe, driven by shaping a more sustainable world every day.
It’s your chance to be a part of the adventure of the century: accelerating the energy transition – while enhancing people’s lives through meaningful projects.
Make your contribution to carbon neutrality in markets like nuclear, renewables, power & gas, electrical grids, hydropower & dams, water resources & supply, desalination, complex & high-tech buildings, transport infrastructures, and ports & waterways.

Are you ready to make a difference? Then we look forward to meeting you!

 

What We Offer

• Tractebel is more than a place to work. It’s your chance to evolve alongside top experts on impactful projects around the world. It’s an environment built on team spirit, where you can reach your highest potential.
• We actively support the development of our people, and the opportunities for growth within the ENGIE Group are wide open.
• We offer a competitive salary package including representation allowances, double paid holidays, meal vouchers, eco cheques, bonuses, health insurance, PC purchase plan, ENGIE stock options, and more.
• Our mobility plans are customizable to your needs, including a company car, train pass, bike lease, or combinations thereof. You can also swap your company car for the flexible and tax-friendly Belgian Mobility Budget!
• Flexible, hybrid arrangements enable working from home (2–3 days per week), on-site or on the go. Tractebel contributes to your home office expenses through advantageous purchase programs and generous contributions to your internet and mobile plans.
• Holidays: 20 legal days + 12 compensatory leave days (for a full-time work schedule). You can also buy 5 extra days for even more relaxation.
• To celebrate our successes — and simply to have fun — we get together for team sports, afterworks, team-building activities, our annual party, and much more.

 

Your Mission

As a Project Controller, you will play a key role in ensuring the financial health and performance of projects across one or several product lines. You will be responsible for project controlling, financial monitoring, budgeting, forecasting, and strategic financial analysis.
Working closely with Project Managers, Business Stream Managers, and Finance stakeholders, you will ensure accurate financial reflection of projects, anticipate risks, and provide actionable insights that support decision-making and long-term value creation.

This role is based in Gent or Brussels, with at least 1 day per week in Gent.

 

Your Key Responsibilities

• You set up and maintain the correct project structures in PLW/Temis to ensure accurate financial monitoring and contractual implementation.
• You lead regular project reviews to assess progress, identify risks or delays, and adjust financial results/POC where needed.
• You collaborate closely with Project Managers and Business Stream Managers to evaluate contractual situations and jointly determine financial impacts.
• You monitor overall product financial performance, including P&L, Business Booked, overdue receivables, and cash flow.
• You conduct financial reporting and analysis, providing variance insights, profit projections, and clear recommendations to management.
• You ensure accurate forecasting and budgeting, contributing to strategic financial planning and long-term decision-making.
• You identify and drive financial optimization opportunities, such as cost-saving initiatives and contingency adjustments.
• You leverage financial tools (Power BI, Planisware, Temis) to analyse data, track performance, and support informed decisions.

 

 

We Would Love to Hear from People with

• Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field
• 5+ years of experience in financial management, controlling, or advisory roles
• Strong project management capabilities and experience leading cross-functional initiatives
• Proficiency in Dutch and English
• Experience working in international and multi-business environments
• Deep financial knowledge and strong analytical capability

 

Who You Are

• A passion for finance, business performance, and project excellence
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and influencing abilities
• A proactive, reliable, and structured working style
• A desire to make a real impact on the success of Tractebel’s projects
• The ability to collaborate across departments and functions
• Highly analytical and detail-oriented
• Structured, autonomous, and proactive
• Strong communicator with good influencing skills
• Collaborative and able to thrive in a multicultural environment
• Results-driven with a continuous improvement mindset

 

Who We Are

Our top priorities are people, ethics, safety, and sustainability.
With Tractebel, you are uniquely positioned to make a positive impact on global net-zero targets. The driving force behind reaching these goals is our greatest asset: you.

Our people come first, and our strength lies in our diversity.
Because diversity brings fresh perspectives that fuel performance and innovation, we welcome all applicants and remain committed to an inclusive workplace.

As part of the 96,000-strong ENGIE Group, your career path in pioneering low-carbon solutions around the world knows no limits.
Every day is your opportunity to shape a more sustainable world.