Position Responsibilities
Project Controller I 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. THIS POSITION IS AN ONSITE POSITION AT OUR CLIENT IN FOSTER CITY, CA.
KEY ACTIVITIES AND 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.
- Assist in 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.
Qualifications & Requirements
REQUIRED EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS /WORK EXPERIENCE
- BS degree in engineering or related technical field, construction management or applicable experience.
- 0 – 5 years of professional experience.
- Aptitude, ability and capacity to progressively broaden knowledge of engineering, procurement, construction and qualification (EPCQ) processes.
- Strong analytical and computer skills. Experience with data management tools (MS Excel, MS Access, Power BI etc).
- 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.
- Some exposure to/experience working with Primavera “P6” is a requirement.
CONTEXT AND ENVIRONMENT AND SAFETY
- Safety minded individual that must comply with IPS Mission Zero Safety policy
- Capable of working alone or as part of a team without a significant level of supervision
- The employee is frequently required to stand, walk and sit. for long periods of time with extended computer use
- Experience working in both a Home Office and Field environment.
- Up to 50% travel required to both project and regional office locations
- 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.
DEMONSTRATED COMPETENCIES
- Strives for excellence in all aspects of job performance.
- Approaches work with visible enthusiasm and a contagious energy that provides a positive example for coworkers and clients.
- Displays creativity and innovation by continually working to improve solutions, tools, methods and service delivery systems.
- Conduct oneself with an uncompromising commitment to the welfare of clients.
- Acts in an ethical, professional and respectful manner at all times.
- Exhibits the ability to build and sustain long term relationships of mutual value through teamwork.
- Is driven to succeed and committed to goal attainment
Company Overview
About Us
IPS-Integrated Project Services is a global leader in developing innovative and cost effective solutions for the engineering, construction, commissioning and qualification of complex pharmaceutical and bio-tech research and manufacturing facilities. With technical expertise spanning R&D to pilot-scale to large-scale production, our team specializes in the technology, trends and regulatory environment to successfully deliver capital projects and improve operations. For over thirty years, we have applied unique LEAN methodologies throughout the project life cycle, continually finding ways to do things better and more efficiently, delivering higher quality and controlling costs. Headquartered in Blue Bell, PA, IPS is a multi-national company with over 1,500 professionals worldwide and offices in California, Kansas, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Brazil, Canada, China, Ireland, Singapore, Switzerland, Germany, United Kingdom and four locations in India. Visit our website at www.ipsdb.com.
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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Salary Range is $55,000 – $70,000 depending upon experience.