Project Engineer - Project Controls & Procurement

on project scope, cost, timeline, and physical progress through consolidated dashboards and reports.

• Prepare Monthly Project Progress Reports, SteerCo presentations, and highlight updates as per organizational standards.

• Consolidate and analyze CAPEX expenditure and Rolling Cost reports, including key spend trends and scope changes.

• Generate and maintain the capitalization plan based on project milestones.

• Ensure adherence to PMO methodology (9 milestones, 3 gates) and support governance reviews at each gate.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Engineering, Finance, Supply Chain, Safety, HR) to prepare project credit submissions and CAPEX proposals.

• Coordinate Lessons Learned and Final Closure Reports, supporting continuous improvement for future projects.

Procurement Coordination (Limited Scope during Design Phase)

• Assist in developing and maintaining the Purchase Visibility Report to provide management with visibility of major spend areas.

• Work with Procurement and Finance to track PO status, delivery schedules, and cost allocations in SAP.

• Review and compile quotation comparisons and documentation for early project purchases.

• Ensure compliance with company procurement policy, documentation, and audit requirements.

(Note: Once the project transitions to execution (RFA#2), a separate Procurement Controller will be hired to manage vendor contracting, financial control, and on-site procurement execution. This role will then focus fully on project control and governance.)

Cross-Functional Collaboration & Reporting

• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure timely delivery of design and documentation milestones.

• Support project meetings (Design Reviews, Contractor Evaluations, Governance Reviews) through data preparation and minutes tracking.

• Consolidate all project documentation, including reports, permits, contracts, and technical deliverables, into a unified repository.

Qualifications / Requirements

• Education: Degree or Diploma in Engineering, Project Management, or related field.

• Experience:

  • Minimum 7-10 years in Project Controls, Cost Management, or PMO roles within manufacturing (Food & Beverage preferred).
  • Proven experience in Greenfield or major Brownfield projects.

• Certifications: PMP or equivalent Project Management certification preferred.

• Skills & Knowledge:

  • Strong analytical and reporting skills with clear understanding of cost-scope-time integration.
  • Proficiency in SAP Project Systems, MS Project, PowerPoint, and Excel.
  • Good knowledge of CAPEX planning, procurement process, and vendor coordination.
  • Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills.
  • Working knowledge of Revit 3D, CAD, or Visio tools for design coordination is an advantage.

• Languages: English (advanced) and Korean (professional working proficiency).

Organizational Impact

• Establish robust project controls discipline from the start of the Greenfield project.

• Provide accurate project visibility to enable informed decision-making.

• Ensure smooth transition to execution phase by defining clear handover points and separation between PMO and Procurement functions.

Location

• The primary work location is Korea, with minimal travel (up to 20% under normal conditions).
• Occasional visits to concentrate plants, bottling operations, or training centres may be required.