[Hiring] Project Controller @Nscale

Role Description

The Project Controller is a key member of the Project Controls team, responsible for the financial and administrative activities of multiple data center construction projects. This role works closely with the VP of Commercial Management (Project Controls), Project Managers, and Cost Managers to ensure rigorous financial oversight, accurate reporting, and adherence to project plans and budgets. The candidate shall be able to work in a dynamic, high-intensity environment and support the DC team achieving project deliverables.

What You'll be Doing

• Project Coordination & Administration
  • Project Setup — Assist in the administrative setup and documentation for new projects. Support the team from due diligence through project delivery.
  • Stakeholder Support — Provide support and tracking for the project management team and other internal stakeholders, including Design, Equipment Procurement, Construction Management, and Health & Safety.
  • Process Improvement — Recommend and implement improvements to project processes.
• Project Financial Management & Cost Control
  • Cost Management — Track and maintain a view of commitments and costs against the project's established budget baseline.
  • Invoicing & Payment — Administer requisitions, process invoices, manage Purchase Orders (POs), and coordinate payments to vendors.
  • Tracking & Reporting — Maintain budget tracking tools, perform detailed cost tracking, and work with Cost Managers to produce financial forecasts and reports for internal and external stakeholders.
  • Issue Identification — Continuously monitor the projects' financial and scheduling factors, identifying and clearly expressing any concerns or deviations from the baseline.
  • Compliance — Ensure project financial activities comply with company policies and financial regulations.

Qualifications

• Education — A Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as Business, Finance, Engineering, or Construction Management is typically preferred.
• Experience — Proven experience in project financial control, cost management, and project administration.
• Technical Skills — Proficient understanding and hands-on experience with Microsoft 365 and Google Suite are required. Familiarity with common project management systems is a plus.
• Core Competencies — Strong analytical skills, numerical accuracy, attention to detail, and problem-solving abilities.
• Communication — Excellent written and verbal communication skills with key requirements in understanding data center construction. Ability to communicate effectively across a number of different business functions.

Leadership Profile

• Strong presence and decision-making capability
• Pragmatic, risk-based leadership style suited to fast-paced construction environments
• High judgment in high-consequence scenarios
• Ability to challenge delivery teams while maintaining partnership

Benefits

• Highly competitive package (base + equity) with reviews every 12 months.
• Join the fastest-growing tech startup — your chance to push boundaries, collaborate with brilliant minds, and make your mark on cutting-edge AI.
• Expect a dynamic progression plan tailored to your ambitions. Grow by trying new things, leading, challenging the status quo, and owning your impact, always with our full support.
• Human-First Flexibility: We treat you as humans first. Our flexible workplace trusts Nscalers to deliver, giving you the autonomy to shape your day around life's moments.