Project Controller – North America, Data Centers

About Nscale

Nscale is the GPU cloud engineered for AI. We provide cost-effective, high-performance infrastructure for AI start-ups and large enterprise customers. Nscale enables AI-focused companies to achieve superior results by reducing the complexity of AI development. Our GPU cloud bolsters technical capabilities and directly supports strategic business outcomes, including cost management, rapid innovation, and environmental responsibility.

Nscale is the GPU cloud engineered for AI. We provide cost-effective, high-performance infrastructure for AI start-ups and large enterprise customers. Nscale enables AI-focused companies to achieve superior results by reducing the complexity of AI development. Our GPU cloud bolsters technical capabilities and directly supports strategic business outcomes, including cost management, rapid innovation, and environmental responsibility. At Nscale, our Design & Construction team plays a critical role in delivering data center facilities that are optimized for AI deployments.

We thrive on a culture of relentless innovation, ownership, and accountability, where every team member takes pride in their work and drives it with excellence and urgency. As an Nscaler, you'll build trust through openness and transparency, where everyone is inspired to do their best work. If you join our team, you'll be contributing to building the technology that powers the future.

The Project Controller is a key member of the Project Controls team, responsible for the financial and administrative activities of multiple data center construction projects. This role works closely with the VP of Commercial Management (Project Controls), Project Managers, and Cost Managers to ensure rigorous financial oversight, accurate reporting, and adherence to project plans and budgets. The candidate shall be able to work in a dynamic, high-intensity environment and support the DC team achieving project deliverables.

• Project Setup — Assist in the administrative setup and documentation for new projects. Support the team from due diligence through project delivery.
• Stakeholder Support — Provide support and tracking for the project management team and other internal stakeholders, including Design, Equipment Procurement, Construction Management, and Health & Safety.
• Process Improvement — Recommend and implement improvements to project processes.

• Cost Management — Track and maintain a view of commitments and costs against the project's established budget baseline.
• Invoicing & Payment — Administer requisitions, process invoices, manage Purchase Orders (POs), and coordinate payments to vendors.
• Tracking & Reporting — Maintain budget tracking tools, perform detailed cost tracking, and work with Cost Managers to produce financial forecasts and reports for internal and external stakeholders.
• Issue Identification — Continuously monitor the projects' financial and scheduling factors, identifying and clearly expressing any concerns or deviations from the baseline.
• Compliance — Ensure project financial activities comply with company policies and financial regulations.

• Education — A Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as Business, Finance, Engineering, or Construction Management is typically preferred.
• Experience — Proven experience in project financial control, cost management, and project administration.
• Technical Skills — Proficient understanding and hands-on experience with Microsoft 365 and Google Suite are required. Familiarity with common project management systems is a plus.
• Core Competencies — Strong analytical skills, numerical accuracy, attention to detail, and problem-solving abilities.
• Communication — Excellent written and verbal communication skills with key requirements in understanding data center construction. Ability to communicate effectively across a number of different business functions.

• Strong presence and decision-making capability
• Pragmatic, risk-based leadership style suited to fast-paced construction environments
• High judgment in…