Project Controller II, Cost

Overview

This role supports multiple semiconductor construction and tool installation projects across the United States.

You will support all phases of project cost and schedule reporting using current industry practices and software. Work will be under the supervision of Senior Controllers and Project Managers, with collaboration across engineering, procurement, cost, schedule, technical, and construction disciplines to enable effective project delivery.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with PM, Discipline Leads, and Discipline Engineers to ensure the accuracy of reports.
• Support the project cost reporting lifecycle across:
  • Design
  • Estimating (including bid package budgeting)
  • Bidding
  • Contracts (including converting bid breakdown to SOVs and understanding contract scope/line items)
  • Execution planning, tracking, and invoicing
  • Closeout activities (including recording historical cost information and “lessons learned”)
• Support estimating activities when estimates are used for bid package budgeting, including:
  • Collaborating with the team to understand how estimating is conducted
  • Assisting with PNR/BRR updates
  • Updating reports to align across platforms
• Assist PM and Procurement Manager with updating reports/systems that compare to budget.
• Develop and present cost reports using Procore, PowerBI, and UDF, including:
  • Budgets, changes, commits (POs), spends, anticipated costs, and forecasts
  • Reviewing cost system data integrity to ensure forecast accuracy
• Support spend plan development, updates, and presentations.
• Set up and manage dashboards and custom reporting as needed.
• Support invoicing activities by:
  • Helping the project team agree contractor SOVs
  • Supporting contractor progress certification, invoicing, and payment
  • Collaborating with accounting to align project invoices with current funding and client billings
  • Ensuring appropriate back-up documentation for all phases
• Support change management activities by:
  • Assisting with cost trends and changes with follow-on validation and agreement of pricing
  • Processing change orders for approval and incorporation into contracts
• Assist with project budgeting, invoicing, change control, and cost forecasting across the EPCQ life cycle (engineering, procurement, construction, and qualification).
• Produce effective visualizations, graphics, and outputs to support team communication.
• Update projections for cash flows, staffing plans, and contingency usage.
• Collaborate to align cost and schedule data.
• Support schedule progress reporting, trending charts, and schedule analysis (with schedule development performed by a separate Scheduler role).
• Support PM and staff with all necessary closeout activities.

Requirements

• 3–6 years of professional Cost Project Controls experience
• Experience supporting semiconductor construction and/or tool installation projects
• BS degree in engineering or a related technical field, construction management, or applicable experience
• Strong analytical and computer skills
• Experience with data management and reporting tools (MS Excel, MS Access, Power BI, etc.)
• Excellent collaboration, communication, and organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage large volumes of information to meet deadlines
• Strong initiative and the ability to work independently while supporting multiple projects simultaneously, including proactive information gathering, cross-team collaboration, and timely, accurate cost reporting, forecasting, and analysis

Preferred Qualifications

• Exposure to financial ERP systems

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $77,000 to $118,000 (actual salary offered depends on experience, skill set, and education)
• Benefits package may include:
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Life and disability coverage
  • 401(k) plan with company match
  • Paid time off and paid holidays
  • Flexible spending accounts
  • Educational assistance
  • Comprehensive medical and vision insurance, 401(k) plan, and paid time off

Location

• Remote (U.S.)
• Role supports multiple semiconductor construction and tool installation projects across the United States.
• Headquarters are located in Albany, NY.

Interview & Work Authorization

• All interviews are conducted either in person or virtually, with video required.
• The employer will not sponsor employment visas for this position.