Cost Controller

Job Description

At IPS, we are global leaders in developing innovative solutions for the consulting, architecture, engineering, project controls, procurement, construction management, and CQV of technically complex facilities, primarily in the life sciences industry. We are looking for a talented

In this role, you 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 ensure effective project delivery.

At IPS, we are global leaders in developing innovative solutions for the consulting, architecture, engineering, project controls, procurement, construction management, and CQV of technically complex facilities, primarily in the life sciences industry. We are looking for a talented Cost Controller to join our dedicated team at our clients' site located in Madrid, Spain.

In this role, you 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 ensure effective project delivery.

• Management of Electrical and Mechanical work packages and ability to manage multiple work packages at any given time, within a high-pressure environment.
• Compilation of project cost reports or CVR (Cost Value Reconciliation) from first principle.
• Ability to present reports to stakeholders externally and internally.
• Trade partner package life cycle management.
• Experience with JCT (Joint Contracts Tribunal) /NEC (New Engineering Contract) /FIDIC (Fédération Internationale des Ingénieurs-Conseils) remeasurable contracts.

• Work collaboratively with the Project Manager (PM), Discipline Leads, and Engineers to ensure accurate and consistent reporting across all project platforms.
• Coordinate with the team to understand and contribute to the development of estimates used in bid package budgeting.
• Provide support for PNR and BRR updates and maintain report accuracy and consistency across systems.
• Partner with the PM and Procurement Manager to manage budget comparison tools and systems.
• Assist in translating bid breakdowns into Schedules of Values (SOVs) and maintain a working knowledge of contract scopes and line items.
• Lead the development and presentation of cost reports using Procore, Power BI, and UDF, and manage spend plan updates and reporting.
• Set up and maintain dashboards and custom reporting tools in coordination with the project team.
• Work effectively in a collaborative and fast-paced project environment that encourages positive contributions and teamwork.
• Support estimating, procurement, and project management efforts related to scope coordination, work package definition, contract development, and bid evaluation as directed by the PM.
• Engage in company-wide collaboration to enhance systems, processes, and institutional knowledge for continuous improvement.
• Facilitate agreement on contractor SOVs, monitor progress, and validate invoicing and payments.
• Coordinate with accounting to align project billing with current funding and client invoices, ensuring complete documentation at every stage.
• Actively participate in change control processes, including tracking cost trends and assisting in the validation and integration of pricing adjustments and change orders.
• Operate and support integrated cost reporting systems.
• Prepare detailed cost…