At IPS, we are general leaders in developing innovative solutions for the consulting, architecture, engineering, project controls, procurement, construction management, and CQV of technically complex facilities, primarily in the life sciences industry. We are looking for a talented Cost Controller to join our dedicated team at our clients' site located in Madrid, Spain. In this role, you will support all phases of the project costs and schedule reporting using the most current industry practices and software.

Work under the supervision of Senior Controllers, Project Managers to integrate with engineering, procurement, cost, schedule, technical & construction disciplines for seamless reporting to ensure effective project delivery.

Project Specific Responsibilities: Management of Electrical and Mechanical work packages and ability to manage multiple work packages at any given time, within a high-pressure environment. Compilation of project cost reports or CVR (Cost Value Reconciliation) from first principle.

Experience with JCT (Joint Contracts Tribunal) /NEC (New Engineering Contract) /FIDIC (Fédération Internationale des Ingénieurs-Conseils) remeasurable contracts. Work collaboratively with the Project Manager (PM), Discipline Leads, and Engineers to ensure accurate and consistent reporting across all project platforms. Coordinate with the team to understand and contribute to the development of estimates used in bid package budgeting.

Partner with the PM and Procurement Manager to manage budget comparison tools and systems. Assist in translating bid breakdowns into Schedules of Values (SOVs) and maintain a working knowledge of contract scopes and line items. Lead the development and presentation of cost reports using Procore, Power BI, and UDF, and manage spend plan updates and reporting.





Set up and maintain dashboards and custom reporting tools in coordination with the project team. Work effectively in a collaborative and fast-paced project environment that encourages positive contributions and teamwork. Support estimating, procurement, and project management efforts related to scope coordination, work package definition, contract development, and bid evaluation as directed by the PM.

Facilitate agreement on contractor SOVs, monitor progress, and validate invoicing and payments. Coordinate with accounting to align project billing with current funding and client invoices, ensuring complete documentation at every stage. Actively participate in change control processes, including tracking cost trends and assisting in the validation and integration of pricing adjustments and change orders.

Prepare detailed cost reports covering budgets, changes, commitments (POs), spending, anticipated costs, and forecasts, ensuring data integrity and reliable project forecasting. Contribute to processes related to budgeting, invoicing, change control, and cost forecasting across the EPCQ (engineering, procurement, construction, and qualification) project life cycle. Provide updates on cash flow projections, staffing plans, and contingency usage.

Support alignment between cost and schedule data, and assist in the preparation of schedule progress reports, trend analysis, and schedule assessments. Support the PM and project team in closeout activities and documentation. Compile historical cost data and capture key lessons learned at project completion.





Experience with data management tools (MS Excel, MS Access, Power BI, etc. ~ Exposure to financial ERP systems is desirable. This position will have 50% travel, or as required by the assigned project. Overnight travel or staying in the city of the Client’s location is possible, depending on the assignment.

You will visit construction sites and will be required to take site safety training and adhere to site safety rules. All interviews are conducted either in person or virtually, with video required.

About Us IPS, a Berkshire Hathaway company, is a global leader in technical consulting, architecture, engineering, procurement, construction management, commissioning, qualification, and validation services for technically complex facilities. It requires the ability to unite existing and emerging technologies into a process that reliably delivers products and accelerates speed to market. That end‑to‑end mindset allows us to be agile and anticipate challenges as we move projects toward operational readiness.

IPS applies design and delivery expertise, client‑side experience, and supplier‑side insight to every project.

Specialties Process

Architecture, Process Design, Engineering, Construction, Commissioning, Qualification, LEAN Project Delivery, Strategic Master Planning, Energy Conservation Management, Project Controls, Program/Project Management, Operations/Logistics Strategy and Planning, EPCMV, and Staffing Services. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at IPS without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic predisposition or carrier status, veteran, marital, or citizenship status, or any other status protected by law.

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