Cost Control Manager

Duration: 06 months contract with Possible extension

Remote eventually will be in GA.

Travel to GA as well

The Cost Control Manager is a key member of the Client Project Control & Governance team. This role supports predictable delivery of a multi‑billion‑euro capital investment through rigorous application of Client Project Excellence Standards, the Project Control Plan (PCP), and the Stage‑Gate Framework. The role ensures transparent visibility on cost, schedule, risk, performance and governance across all phases from Feasibility (GP0.1) through Detailed Design (GP2), Construction, Commissioning & Qualification (GP3) and Close‑out (GP4).

• Primary interface to finance to review and process invoices in a timely manner with accuracy. Verifies and reconciles resource hours billed to the project. Prepares/reviews monthly accruals with finance. Works with the EPC/EPCM to develope progress reporting metrics that are in alignment with UBC. Issues monthly CPI analysis. Cost estimator as required. Manages a staff of 3+.
• Establish, maintain and control the Cost Baseline consistent with client WBS/CBS standards.
• Lead monthly cost forecasting (EAC/ETC), cashflow modelling and variance analysis.
• Validate contractor estimates, BOEs and cost breakdowns; ensure AACE‑aligned estimate classes.
• Manage Change Control financial impacts, contingency drawdowns and funding alignment per DOA.
• Coordinate with I2I on CAPEX/OPEX alignment, asset capitalization readiness and financial risk reviews.
• Develop cost KPIs, dashboards and reporting for Steer Co and executive governance.
• Ensure compliance with Client Cost Management Guidance and audit readiness.

• Strong proficiency in Excel, P6, OPC, SAP, risk tools, cost tools, Change Control systems and Client templates.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Engineering, Construction Management, Finance or related field.
• 10–20+ years experience on large capital projects (?€200M), preferably pharma/biotech.

• PMP, PMI‑SP, AACE (CCP/PSP), or equivalent preferred.
• Strong proficiency in P6, SAP, risk tools, cost tools, Change Control systems and client templates.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to influence without authority across global teams.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement.
• Familiarity with Client governance, PCP, PEP, DOA and Engineering Excellence Standards

We are an equal opportunity employer. It is our policy to provide employment, compensation, and other benefits related to employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, national or ethnic origin, disability, veteran status, age, genetic information, citizenship, or any other basis prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local law.