EPC Project Controller

EPC Project Controller

3600 Arco Corporate Dr. Suite 200 Charlotte, NC

Preferred locations: Charlotte NC, Syracuse NY, Atlanta GA, Tampa FL, Houston TX

About Ramboll

Ramboll is a global engineering, architecture, and consultancycompany deliveringsustainable solutions across industries. Our Solutions for Industry divisionsupportscomplex EPC and EPCM projects across North America.

Position Summary

The EPC Project Controller reports directly to the Project Leadership team, serving as a pivotal leader in the delivery of project controls for complex Engineering only and EPCM projects. This position provides essential subject matterexpertiseand strategic advisory, guiding all aspects of project control, including cost, schedule, and performance management, to ensure robust governance, forecast credibility, and compliance with contractual and client requirements. As a key member of the team, the EPC Project Controller champions data-driven decision-making, proactivelyidentifiesrisks and opportunities, and implements best practices in earned value management and change control. By collaborating closely with estimating, scheduling, engineering, procurement, and construction functions, the role drives alignment and consistency across project controls, contributing to the successful execution and delivery of projects throughout their lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Establish,validate, andmaintainintegrated cost, schedule, and earned value baselines aligned with contractual and client requirements.

• Develop andoperateEarned Value Management processes, including SPI/CPI analysis, forecasting, and variance reporting.

• Provide independentchallengeof forecasts, trends, and productivity assumptions to ensure reliable Estimate-at-Completion (EAC) reporting.

• Analyze cost and schedule performance,identifyrisks and opportunities, and recommend corrective actions.

• Integrate procurement commitments, cash flow forecasts, and accruals into project financial controls and reporting.

• Coordinate with estimating, scheduling, engineering, procurement, and construction teams to ensure alignment across project controls.

• Establish and oversee physical progress measurement methodologies in coordination with construction and field teams.

• Manage project change control, including quantification of cost and schedule impacts for internal and client reporting.

• Support contract administration activities, including change management, risk events, and claims avoidance or substantiation.

• Develop dashboards, progress reports, and KPI scorecards for leadership and client stakeholders.

• Ensure compliance with Ramboll's project governance standards, financial controls, and client requirements.

• Serve as a project controls subject matter expert, mentoringprojectstaff and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.

What Success Looks Like in 12-18 Months

• Project leadership has confidence in cost and schedule forecasts, with transparent and reliable EAC reporting supporting decision-making.

• Integrated cost, schedule, procurement, andconstructionprogress baselines are fullyestablishedand consistentlymaintained.

• Earned value and performance reporting processes areoperatingsmoothly with actionable variance and trend analysis.

• Procurement commitments, cash flow forecasts, and accruals are accurately reflected and aligned with contract requirements.

• Change and risk impacts are quantified promptly and support effective contract administration and client reporting.

• Construction progress measurement methodologies arevalidatedand trusted by project teams and leadership.

• The Project Controller is recognized as a trusted advisor to the Project Manager and client.

• Projectcontrolssystems, data quality, and standards show measurable improvement through continuous improvement and mentoring.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Finance, Accounting, or related field.

• 7+years of experience in project controls, cost engineering, or financial analysis within EPC or EPCM environments.

• Demonstrated experienceoperatingas a senior project controls advisor within integrated project teams.

• Strong understanding of earned value management, cost control, scheduling, and change management.

• Proficiencywith Primavera P6, MS Project, and enterprise financial systems.

• Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.

• Preferred certifications: PMP, AACE (EVP/CEP/CCE), or CPA.

Why Join Ramboll?

At Ramboll, you will work on complex industrial projects alongside experienced professionals in a collaborative,values-driven environment. We offer opportunities to influence project outcomes, contribute to delivery excellence, and grow your career within a global organization committed to sustainability and innovation.

Where People Flourish

Our mission is to create sustainable societies where people and nature flourish. This means that a culture of inclusion is embedded in everything we do. Our people bring diverse backgrounds and experiences to the company, enabling us to deliver innovative and forward-thinking solutions to our clients. We also know how important it is to achieve the right balance of where, when, and how much you work. At Ramboll, we offer flexibility as part of our positive and inclusive approach to work. We are committed to equal employment opportunity, regardless of age, disability or medical condition, gender identity, marriage and domestic partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, ancestry, or national origin, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation, military service and veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. Ramboll wants to ensure opportunities are accessible to candidates with disabilities. So, please let us know if there are any changes we could make to the application process to make it more comfortable for you. You can contact us atjob.advert.accessibility@ramboll.comwith such requests.

Salary Transparency

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across severalU.S. geographic markets, and we pay differently based on those defined markets. The U.S. pay range for this positionis $97,000 - $122,000 annually and does not include bonuses, overtime or other forms of compensation or benefits. Paywithin this range varies by work locationand may also depend on job-related knowledge, skills,and experience. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for the job location during the hiring process.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.