EVM Project Controller (Cost)

At IPS, we apply our knowledge, skills, and passion to make a difference in people's lives, solving complex challenges related to the life sciences. We are looking for a dedicated EVM Project Controller (Cost) to join our talented team at one of our headquarters in Blue Bell, Pennsylvania.

In this role, you will support all phases of the project costs and schedule reporting using the most current industry practices and software. You will also work under the supervision of Senior Controllers, Project Managers, to integrate with engineering, procurement, cost, schedule, technical &construction disciplines for seamless reporting to ensure 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 in estimating, procurement, and project management on project scope coordination, work package definition, contract development, and bid analysis as directed
• Support the project team to agree on contractor SOVs and certify progress, invoicing & payment.
• Follow-on support with accounting to ensure alignment of project forecast with current funding and billings to the 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 with the operation of the integrated cost reporting platform.
• Produce detailed cost reports, including budgets, changes, commits (POs), spends, anticipated costs, and forecasts.
• Review cost system data integrity to ensure 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 updates to projections on cash flows, staffing plans, and 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.

• Experience with Earned Value Management is preferred
• BS degree in engineering, or a 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, MS Access, Power BI, 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.

Physical Demands

• Must be able to stand, sit, and walk for prolonged periods.
• Must possess the ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl as required.
• Must be able to lift and move objects weighing up to 25 pounds.
• Must be able to climb ladders as necessary.

Work Environment

• 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.

Travel

• This position will require 5-20% travel or as required by the assigned project.
• Position may be assigned to the client site for an extended period.
• Overnight travel or staying in the city of the Client's location is possible, depending on the assignment.
• Please review the IPS Travel Policy.
• Position will visit Client sites and must adhere to stated safety rules.
• Must have access to reliable transportation.
• Must have the ability to travel and commute on a daily or routine basis.

Safety

• 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.

IPS will not sponsor employment visas for this position.

All interviews are conducted either in person or virtually, with video required.

IPS, a Berkshire Hathaway company, is a global leader in technical consulting, architecture, engineering, procurement, construction management, commissioning, qualification, and validation services for technically complex facilities. Integration is how we think and work. It requires the ability to unite existing and emerging technologies into a process that reliably delivers products and accelerates speed to market. That end-to-end mindset allows us to be agile and anticipate challenges as we move projects toward operational readiness. IPS applies design and delivery expertise, client-side experience, and supplier-side insight to every project. We infuse our curiosity, our passion, and our commitment to partnership in delivering solutions at any scale. We meet our clients where they are and get them to where they need to go. That's only possible when we care as much as our clients do.

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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