Senior Project Controller (Cost)

Description

• Coordinate with accounting to align project billing with current funding and client invoices, ensuring complete documentation at every stage.
• Actively participate in change control processes, including tracking cost trends and assisting in the validation and integration of pricing adjustments and change orders.
• Assist in translating bid breakdowns into Schedules of Values (SOVs) and maintain a working knowledge of contract scopes and line items.
• Lead the development and presentation of cost reports using Procore, Power BI, and UDF, and manage spend plan updates and reporting.
• The employee is designated for field work and attends activities at client sites where they work in construction, process, packaging, manufacturing, research, or other "non-administrative" areas.
• Compile historical cost data and capture key lessons learned at project completion.
• Prepare detailed cost reports covering budgets, changes, commitments (POs), spending, anticipated costs, and forecasts, ensuring data integrity and reliable project forecasting.
• Create clear visualizations, graphics, and outputs to support team communication. Provide updates on cash flow projections, staffing plans, and contingency usage.
• Support alignment between cost and schedule data, and assist in the preparation of schedule progress reports, trend analysis, and schedule assessments.
• Support the PM and project team in closeout activities and documentation.
• Contribute to processes related to budgeting, invoicing, change control, and cost forecasting across the EPCQ (engineering, procurement, construction, and qualification) project life cycle.
• Partner with the PM and Procurement Manager to manage budget comparison tools and systems.
• Work collaboratively with the Project Manager (PM), Discipline Leads, and Engineers to ensure accurate and consistent reporting across all project platforms.
• You will visit construction sites and will be required to take site safety training and adhere to site safety rules.
• Set up and maintain dashboards and custom reporting tools in coordination with the project team.
• Facilitate agreement on contractor SOVs, monitor progress, and validate invoicing and payments.
• Support estimating, procurement, and project management efforts related to scope coordination, work package definition, contract development, and bid evaluation as directed by the PM.
• Engage in company-wide collaboration to enhance systems, processes, and institutional knowledge for continuous improvement.
• Operate and support integrated cost reporting systems.
• Coordinate with the team to understand and contribute to the development of estimates used in bid package budgeting.
• Provide support for PNR and BRR updates and maintain report accuracy and consistency across systems.

Requirements

• 10+ years of professional experience.
• Must be able to climb ladders as necessary.
• This position will have 50% travel, or as required by the assigned project.
• Work effectively in a collaborative and fast-paced project environment that encourages positive contributions and teamwork.
• Desire to work towards PMI, AACEI, or other industry certifications.
• BS degree in engineering or related technical field, construction management, or applicable experience.
• Aptitude, ability, and capacity to progressively broaden knowledge of engineering, procurement, construction, and qualification (EPCQ) processes in the Pharma/Biotech Industry.
• Must have the ability to travel and commute on a daily or routine basis.
• Overnight travel or staying in the city of the Client’s location is possible, depending on the assignment.
• Must possess the ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl as required.
• Must be able to work in both indoor and outdoor environments, which may include exposure to varying working conditions.
• Must be able to adhere to strict cleanroom gowning protocol.
• Experience with data management tools (MS Excel, MS Access, Power BI, etc.
• Must be able to stand, sit, and walk for prolonged periods.
• Strong analytical and computer skills.
• Exposure to financial ERP systems is desirable.
• Excellent collaboration, communication, and organizational skills are required, with the ability to prioritize and manage large amounts of information to effectively meet deadlines.
• Must have access to reliable transportation.

Benefits

• For applicants located in the state of New Jersey, the salary offered for this role is between $107,000 and $143,000, but the actual salary offered is dependent on experience, skill set, and education.

Training + Development

Interview process

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