Specialist HR Data, People Analytics & Controlling (m/f/d)

Bilfinger is an international industrial services provider. The aim of the Group's activities is to increase the efficiency and sustainability of customers in the process industry and to establish itself as the number one partner in the market for this purpose. Bilfinger’s comprehensive portfolio covers the entire value chain from consulting, engineering, manufacturing, assembly, maintenance and plant expansion to turnarounds and digital applications.

The company delivers its services in two service lines: Engineering & Maintenance and Technologies. Bilfinger is primarily active in Europe, North America and the Middle East.
Process industry customers come from sectors that include energy, chemicals & petrochemicals, pharma & biopharma and oil & gas. With over 30,000 employees, Bilfinger upholds the highest standards of safety and quality and generated revenue of more than €5 billion in financial year 2024. To achieve its goals, Bilfinger has identified two strategic levers: positioning itself as a leader in increasing efficiency and sustainability and driving operational excellence to improve organizational performance.

Location

Mannheim, Frankfurt am Main, Oberhausen or international Bilfinger office locations

Shape the Future of Bilfinger with Data-Driven Insights!

At Bilfinger, we don’t just maintain industrial plants—we transform industries for a sustainable future. With over 30,000 employees worldwide, we are a trusted partner for engineering and services that make processes more efficient, safer, and greener.

Now, we’re looking for aSpecialist HR Data, People Analytics & Controlling to join our global team at Group HR & HSEQ and help us turn data into strategic decisions that shape the careers and experiences of our people.

Your Mission

• Dive into Data: Identify, structure, and collect data across the entire employee lifecycle and build a “People Data Warehouse”, combining data from our global HRIS and data from other systems. Stay up-to-date with industry best practices and collaborate with financial teams to ensure data consistency, improve data quality, and enable cost transparency.
• Add value to Data: Analyze people and financial data, including workforce costs, and prepare standard & customized reports to identify trends, detect and evaluate patterns, opportunities, and risks. Provide actionable recommendations to improve performance and cost efficiency.
• Lead Transformation Projects: Drive initiatives to optimize the hire-to-retire processes, enhance employee experience, and help to implement cost-effective solutions without compromising quality.
• Ensure Governance & Compliance: Support CSRD-compliant annual reporting for “S1 Own Workforce” and ESG-reporting formats (e.g., Ecovadis). Maintain the Bilfinger Global HR risk controlling matrix and support the information preparation for the Annual General Meeting.
• Develop and Implement Metrics: Define KPIs for workforce productivity, utilization, and cost efficiency. Build predictive models to forecast organizational outcomes, workforce costs, and enable strategic workforce planning.
• Enhance functional budgeting and cost controlling process: Assist in functional budgeting process, including cost planning, forecasting, and variance analysis. Ensure alignment with corporate financial targets and provide transparency on people-related spend.

Why Bilfinger?

• Global Impact: Influence decisions that shape a diverse international workforce.
• Purpose-Driven Work: Contribute to Bilfinger’s mission of making industries more sustainable and efficient.
• Career Growth: Develop your skills in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with clear development paths.
• Collaborative Culture: Work with passionate colleagues who value innovation and teamwork.
• Competitive Benefits: Comprehensive package including health insurance, paid time off, and more.

Are You a Match?

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in HR, Business, Data Analytics, Controlling, Statistics, or related field; certifications (e.g., PMP, SHRM) are a plus.
• 5+ years of experience in an international environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in data tools (Excel, SQL, statistical software); HR reporting and People Analytics experience is a plus.
• Excellent communication skills in English; German is an advantage.
• Passion for innovation, sustainability, and people.

Ready to make an impact?

Apply now and join us in transforming HR through data, controlling, and innovation!

For further information please contact Laura Schulz