Principal Project Controls Engineer

F. Hoffmann-La Roche AG; Hillsboro (OR); On-site; USD 119,000 - 222,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary annual bonus

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

F. Hoffmann-La Roche AG is looking for a skilled professional to join their Global Engineering team in Hillsboro. This role focuses on safeguarding the financial and operational integrity of major capital projects, requiring expertise in project controls and capital finance.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree, relevant professional qualifications, and at least 8 years of project controls experience. The position offers a competitive salary range of $119,000 to $222,000 based on experience.

Please note this is an on-site position without remote options.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years of experience in Project Controls roles such as Cost Engineer or Quantity Surveyor.
• Strong expertise in capital finance and ability to translate financial data into insights.
• Exceptional communication skills to influence across matrixed environments.

Responsibilities

• Safeguard the financial and operational integrity of major CAPEX initiatives.
• Monitor and analyze project performance to ensure budget adherence.
• Collaborate with project teams and procurement for effective project delivery.

Skills

Capital finance expertise

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Compliance focus

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Economics, or Business Administration

Professional qualification from PMI, RICS, or AACEi

Tools

SAP R/3

Primavera (P6)

MS Office

Google Suite

Job description

This role is a valuable part of Roche's Global Engineering team within Pharma Technical Operations, dedicated to delivering complex capital projects that drive manufacturing innovation and operational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Act as a strategic partner to project teams, safeguarding the financial and operational integrity of major CAPEX initiatives.
• Serve as the financial and operational guardian of major CAPEX projects, monitoring, analyzing, and appraising performance across cost and schedule controls to ensure projects remain on track and within budget.
• Work closely with Project Managers, Finance partners, procurement teams, contractors, and senior leadership across single- and multidisciplinary projects supporting Pharma Technical Operations, CMOs, and Affiliates.
• Identify variances early, formulate corrective actions, and maintain transparent adherence to corporate procedures and financial compliance standards.
• Establish, maintain, and reconcile the Work Breakdown Structure (WBS), work packages, and comprehensive project cost reports; perform regular audits between project cost data and official accounting systems (SAP) to ensure financial integrity.
• Deploy and manage Project Cost Control systems in strict accordance with corporate procedures, site financial accounting laws, and tax principles; produce accurate, unbiased monthly cost forecasts and capital expenditure plans.
• Utilize Primavera and advanced analytics to monitor schedule and budget performance, identify early warnings in cost and schedule trends, conduct “what‑if” scenario analyses, and provide actionable recommendations for recovery plans.
• Execute integrated change management processes, ensuring all scope, schedule, and cost impacts are documented, approved via Delegation of Authority (DOA), and reflected in project forecasts and risk registers.
• Collaborate with procurement teams to maintain auditable registers for bid evaluations, contracts, bank guarantees, and retentions; support technical bid reviews and vendor/contractor assessments.
• Conduct project kick‑off workshops and provide comprehensive project controls training to internal teams and external contractors to ensure consistent application of processes and standards.
• Ensure timely delivery of the Project Data Collection Report and facilitate formal financial closure, including reconciliation of actuals against approved budgets and lesson‑learned documentation.

Qualifications

• Credentialed Controls Professional: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Economics, or Business Administration with a professional qualification from PMI, RICS, or AACEi (or equivalent), and a minimum of 8 years of hands‑on experience in Project Controls roles such as Cost Engineer or Quantity Surveyor (6 of these years with a Master’s).
• Strategic Financial Partner: Strong expertise in capital finance, depreciation, and industrial project lifecycles; ability to translate complex financial data into clear narratives and actionable insights that influence stakeholder decisions.
• Skilled Matrix Collaborator: Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to influence and lead across matrixed environments, engaging effectively with Project Managers, Finance partners, procurement teams, contractors, and executive leadership.
• Advanced Technical Operator: Proficiency in SAP R/3, Primavera (P6), MS Office, and Google Suite; strong analytical rigor to dissect complex datasets and identify the underlying story behind the numbers.
• Compliance & Quality Focused: Commitment to transparent adherence to corporate procedures, financial compliance standards, and audit requirements; meticulous attention to detail and a proactive approach to risk management and change control.

Salary & Benefits

The expected salary range for this position based on the primary location of Hillsboro is $119,000 - $222,000. Actual pay will be determined based on experience, qualifications, geographic location, and other job‑related factors permitted by law. A discretionary annual bonus may be available based on individual and Company performance. This position also qualifies for the benefits detailed in this link.

Location & Work Arrangement

This is an on‑site position; no remote options are available at this time. Relocation benefits are not approved for this posting.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Genentech is an equal opportunity employer. It is our policy and practice to employ, promote, and otherwise treat any and all employees and applicants on the basis of merit, qualifications, and competence. The company's policy prohibits unlawful discrimination, including but not limited to discrimination on the basis of Protected Veteran status, individuals with disabilities status, and consistent with all federal, state, or local laws. If you have a disability and need an accommodation in relation to the online application process, please contact us by completing this form Accommodations for Applicants.