Technical Source is seeking Senior Project Controls / Cost Controls professional to support a large-scale, regulated biotech / biologics capital program in Eastern NC. This role is fully onsite and embedded within the project controls team, with direct accountability for cost accuracy, field verification, forecasting, and executive-level reporting.
The ideal candidate brings 6 - 15 years of experience supporting $100M–$200M+ capital projects and thrives in a fast-paced, execution-driven environment where quick ramp-up, collaboration, and attention to detail are critical.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the Project Controls team in delivering accurate, timely, and audit-ready cost reporting, including :
- Monthly cost reports
- Executive Summary Reports (ESRs)
- Cash flow analysis and forecasting
- Rapidly learn and become proficient in client’s established cost workbook and cost structures, with heavy use of Microsoft Excel.
- Validate actual invoiced amounts and support cost segregation across established categories, including :
- Capital vs. Expense
- Business entity allocations
- Support segregation and tracking of :
- Raised purchase requests (PRs)
- Issued purchase orders (POs)
- Commitments and actuals
- Actively gather, validate, and reconcile cost data to support :
- Monthly cash flow analysis
- Cost forecasts and trend analysis
- Perform field-based verification of invoiced amounts against physical work-in-place, collaborating closely with construction and project teams.
- Identify cost risks, discrepancies, and exposures early; support mitigation planning.
- Operate effectively within a large, cross-functional project team, maintaining strong collaboration and communication across disciplines.
Required Experience & Qualifications
6 - 15 years of Project Controls / Cost Controls experienceExperience supporting regulated capital projects (biotech, biologics, pharmaceutical, or similar GMP environments)Direct experience on $100M+ projectsStrong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including complex workbooks and cost models.Experience working with cost systems such as SAP, EcoSys, or similar platforms.Demonstrated ability to :Perform forecasting, cost segregation, and variance analysisReconcile reported costs with actualsValidate contractor invoices through field verificationProven ability to ramp up quickly within established cost structures and reporting frameworks.Strong communication, collaboration, and messaging skillsTrack record of excelling in large team environmentsEagerness to engage in a fast-tracked, complex, and demanding programSuccess Metrics
On-time monthly cost reportsAccurate and insightful Executive Summary Reports (ESRs)Reliable cash flow analysis and forecastsClear, defensible alignment between reported costs and work-in-place