Project Controller (Cost) - IPS-Integrated Project Services

At IPS, we apply our knowledge, skills, and passion to make a difference in the lives of people, solving complex challenges related to life sciences. We are looking for a dedicated Project Controller II (Cost) to join our talented team at one of our offices located in Blue Bell, Pennsylvania, Somerset, New Jersey, Emeryville, California, or Irvine, California.

Project Controller II will support all phases of the project costs and schedule reporting using the most current industry practices and software. Work under the supervision of Senior Controllers, Project Managers to integrate with engineering, procurement, cost, schedule, technical &construction disciplines for seamless reporting to insure effective Capital Project Delivery.

Position Responsibilities:

• Assist and support processes for project budgeting, invoicing, change control and cost forecasting for the entire engineering, procurement, construction and qualification (EPCQ) life cycle.
• Work in a highly collaborative and dynamic project environment. Assist estimating, procurement and project management on project scope coordination, work package definition, contract development and bid analysis as directed
• Support project team to agree contractor SOVs and certify progress, invoicing & payment. Follow-on support with accounting to ensure alignment of project forecast with current funding and billings to client. Insure appropriate back-up documentation for all phases.
• Actively support the change control process. Assist with cost trends & changes with follow-on validation &agreement of pricing. Process CO’s for approval and incorporation into contracts.
• Assisting operation of integrated cost reporting platform. Produce detailed cost reports, including budgets, changes, commits (POs), spends, anticipated costs and forecast. Review cost system data integrity to insure accuracy of overall project forecast.
• Assist with schedule progress reports, trending charts and schedule analysis.
• Ability to produce effective visualization, graphics & outputs for team communication.
• Collaborate and assist on alignment of cost & schedule data.
• Assist with update to projections on cash flows, staffing plans contingency usage.
• At project completion, record the project’s historical cost information and “lessons learned” as directed.
• Collaborate with all groups to improve company processes, systems and intellectual infrastructure to promote organizational learning and continuous improvement. 

• BS degree in engineering or related technical field, construction management or applicable experience.
• 2-5 years of professional experience.
• Aptitude, ability and capacity to progressively broaden knowledge of engineering, procurement, construction and qualification (EPCQ) processes in the Pharma/Biotech Industry.
• Strong analytical and computer skills. Experience with data management tools (MS Excel, MSAccess, PowerBI. Procore, and Oracle).
• 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.
• Desire to work towards PMI, AACEI or other industry certifications.

Demonstrated Competencies

• Must strive for excellence in all aspects of job performance.
• Must approach work with visible enthusiasm and a contagious energy that provides a positive example for coworkers and clients.
• Must display creativity and innovation by continually working to improve solutions, tools, methods and service delivery systems.
• Must conduct oneself with an uncompromising commitment to the welfare of clients.
• Must act in an ethical, professional and respectful manner at all times.
• Must exhibit the ability to build and sustain long term relationships of mutual value through teamwork.
• Must be driven to succeed and committed to goal attainment

This position is a safety-sensitive position. 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.

California Resident Salary Band $76,000- $126,000

IPS, a Berkshire Hathaway Company, is a global leader in developing innovative business solutions for the biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries. Through operational expertise and industry-leading knowledge, skill, and passion, IPS provides consultancy services, architecture, engineering, project controls, construction management, and compliance services that allow clients to develop and manufacture life-impacting products. Its newest acquisition, Linesight, specializes in cost, schedule, risk, program, and project management services in various market sectors, including data centers, life sciences, and high-tech industries. With the addition of Linesight, IPS has over 3,000 professionals in over 45 offices across 17 countries in the Americas, Europe, Asia Pacific, Southeast Asia, Australia, and the Middle East.

Specialties

Process Architecture, Process Design, Engineering, Construction, Commissioning, Qualification, LEAN Project Delivery, Strategic Master Planning, Energy Conservation Management, Project Controls, Program/Project Management, Operations/Logistics Strategy and Planning, EPCMV and Staffing Services.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at IPS without regard to race; creed; color; religion; national origin; sex; age; disability; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; genetic predisposition or carrier status; veteran, marital, or citizenship status; or any other status protected by law. IPS is proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.

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