Project Controls Manager

Cockram Construction is an internationally renowned construction services business with a rich history spanning over 160 years. Our core mission is to deliver top-tier services to clients in high-tech and challenging industries. In the United States, our dedicated staff provide services across the country, with a particular focus on the Pharmaceutical/Bio-Tech industries.

Position Overview:

This is a hybrid role, offering the flexibility of remote work with an expectation for employees to be onsite one week each month in Providence, RI. As a Project Controls Manager, you will play a crucial role in ensuring effective project management by developing and maintaining project cost controls, supporting project managers, and contributing to project success.

Location: Remote with Onsite Requirement (One week per month in West Greenwich, RI). Candidates must reside in MA, RI, CN, NH, NY, and NJ. All other candidates will NOT be considered.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and adhere to the Project Controls Plan.
• Maintain project cost in the Cost Management Tool according to control account guidelines.
• Provide project cost data and supporting documentation within the project controls systems of record.
• Reconcile cost data from the local accounting system to the project controls system of record.
• Support the Project Manager with cost reporting, forecasting, and contract negotiations.
• Develop reports on actuals, variances, trends, and re-forecast as necessary.
• Ensure proper change management throughout project phases.
• Develop and maintain detailed cash flow and commitment flow throughout project phases.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders in evaluating external costs and developing internal cost estimates.
• Participate in the value engineering process.
• Analyze change orders for cost impact and perform bid cost comparisons for proposal review teams.
• Review and validate contractual compliance of project invoices.
• Assist in financial project close-out and record project historical cost information and lessons learned.

Skills Required:

• Understanding of cost control/management.
• Familiarity with project planning and scheduling.
• Proficient with SAP.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in project controls, accounting, estimating, planning/scheduling, progress measurement, forecasting/reporting.
• Excellent interpersonal and collaboration skills.
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills, with the ability to work largely self-directed and handle multiple priorities.
• Knowledge of general practices, system automation, commissioning, qualification, and validation within the Pharmaceutical/Biotech industry is advantageous.
• Familiarity with general engineering practices, building construction, materials, systems, market conditions, and craft trades.

Join our team and contribute to exciting projects worldwide. Cockram Construction, Inc. offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, FSA/HSA/HRA options, life insurance, short and long-term disability, 401K with 5% match, 3 weeks paid vacation, paid sick time, 8 paid holidays + 2 floating holidays, $250 annual wellness stipend, and tuition reimbursement.

Cockram Construction, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to minorities, women, veterans, and disabled individuals.