Bureau Veritas is a world leader in laboratory testing, inspection, and certification services (TIC). Founded in 1828, the company helps clients improve performance by offering services and innovative solutions to ensure that their assets, products, infrastructure, and processes meet standards and regulations in terms of quality, health and safety, environmental protection, and social responsibility. With a global workforce of over 80,000 employees, it operates across diverse sectors including marine, industry, agri-food, and construction. In Spain, Bureau Veritas maintains a robust presence with an extensive network of offices and laboratories across the country, including major hubs in Madrid and Barcelona. The company is a significant employer for international professionals in engineering, auditing, and sustainability, often requiring specialized technical certifications. Their Spanish operations are deeply integrated into their European network, offering opportunities for cross-border collaboration and professional development in a multicultural environment.

Founded in 1828 in Antwerp as an information center for maritime insurers, the company moved its headquarters to Paris in 1833. Over nearly two centuries, it has expanded from maritime inspection to a global leader in conformity assessment across all industrial sectors.

Business Controller - Construction

Bureau Veritas

Original Advert

We are looking for an experienced Business Controller to act as the primary finance partner for our Construction Assurance and Engineering perimeter. This role sits at the heart of professional services delivered on assets under construction-an environment defined by long-duration projects, contract-level margin management, and strong WIP discipline.

You will ensure full financial visibility, robust project economics, and rigorous execution across complex and long‑running engineering and construction projects.

Role Purpose

To oversee financial performance across construction assurance and engineering project activities, ensuring accurate revenue recognition, margin control, and reliable forecasting while partnering closely with operational teams.

Key Responsibilities

A. Project & Contract Controlling

Lead the end-to-end financial follow‑up of projects, including revenue recognition, cost tracking, and margin analysis by project or contract.
Challenge operational assumptions that influence margins, forecasts, or contract performance.
Ensure financial risks and opportunities are identified early and communicated effectively.

B. WIP & Revenue Recognition

Own and lead the WIP (Work in Progress) process, ensuring consistent methodology and accurate cut‑off practices.
Validate progress measurement to ensure alignment between project execution and financial recognition (including POC methodology).
Safeguard the integrity of project balances and margin evolution.

C. Budget & Forecast

Lead budget and forecast cycles for the perimeter, covering backlog evolution, resource consumption, margins, and project performance.
Consolidate operational inputs and ensure robust, data‑driven forecasting.
Provide insights and action-oriented analysis to improve financial performance.

Required Profile

Experience

8-12+ years in controlling, audit, or project finance.
Strong exposure to project‑based services, engineering environments, or construction/technical project ecosystems.

Technical Skills

Solid knowledge of project economics, cost allocation, and revenue recognition (including Percentage of Completion - POC).
Advanced Excel and strong analytical capabilities.
Familiarity with long-cycle project financials and WIP processes.

Soft Skills

Strong business partnering mindset, able to challenge operational teams constructively.
Highly structured, rigorous, and detail‑oriented.
Excellent communication skills and ability to work with multidisciplinary teams.

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