Senior Project Controls Analyst in Cambridge

Energy Jobline ZR; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading project management firm seeks a Senior Project Controls Analyst to lead project controls activities across pharmaceutical construction programs. The ideal candidate is skilled in cost and schedule integration, has over 10 years of experience in project controls within pharmaceutical environments, and is proficient in tools like Primavera P6 and Excel. Responsibilities include developing cost control procedures and coordinating with cross-functional teams, ensuring timely reporting and insight generation.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in project controls in pharmaceutical project environments.
• Deep understanding of pharmaceutical construction lifecycle and regulatory requirements.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and execution of cost control procedures for pharmaceutical capital projects.
• Oversee cash flow models and monthly forecasts for executive reporting.
• Coordinate with contractors and client leadership on scope and cost exposures.

Skills

Project controls expertise

Cost management

Schedule integration

Leadership

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, finance, or related field

Tools

Primavera P6

Excel

Power BI

SAP

Oracle

Job description

Senior Project Controls Analyst

The Senior Project Controls Analyst leads project controls activities across complex pharmaceutical construction programs. This role requires deep expertise in cost and schedule integration, capital planning, and requisition review. The ideal candidate brings extensive experience supporting the construction of pharmaceutical plants, laboratories, and GMP environments. In addition to developing and maintaining cost and schedule control systems, the senior analyst will liaise with cross-functional teams, including design, procurement, and construction stakeholders, to ensure timely, accurate reporting and actionable recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Leads the development and execution of cost control procedures for multi-million-dollar pharmaceutical capital projects.
• Supports requisition and invoice review processes, ensuring alignment with forecasted budget and contract requirements.
• Oversees detailed cash flow models and monthly forecast updates for executive reporting.
• Integrates schedule and cost data to track earned value and schedule performance indicators.
• Supports design coordination, procurement tracking, and construction delivery timelines.
• Coordinates with contractors, subcontractors, and client leadership for alignment on scope, risk, and cost exposures.
• Supports the development of programmatic dashboards and executive presentations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, finance, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in project controls, with substantial exposure to pharmaceutical project environments.
• Proficiency in cost and schedule management tools (e.g., Primavera P6, Excel, Power BI, SAP, Oracle).
• Demonstrated leadership in capital program forecasting, budget reconciliation, and schedule integration.
• Deep understanding of the pharmaceutical construction lifecycle and regulatory requirements (e.g., GMP, cleanroom design).
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, especially in client‑facing settings.

Additional Requirements

Physical: Standing or sitting for long periods; must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times and spend extended hours in front of a computer screen.

Cognitive: Problem‑solving, written, and verbal communication skills; computer and software skills; and ability to read and interpret text online or in printed form.

Employment Practices

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. Qualified and minority applicants are encouraged to apply.

EOE, including persons with disabilities and veterans. VEVRAA federal contractor.