Project Controls Coordinator

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed project plans (WBS, milestones, dependencies, critical path)
• Track cross-project dependencies and monitor schedule performance
• Support phased, gated delivery and reviews
• Cook up resource allocation across internal teams and vendors
• Identify capacity risks and support prioritization and leveling
• Provide data-driven insights for delivery trade-offs
• Manage budgets vs. actuals and perform variance analysis
• Manage forecasts, estimates-to-complete, and monthly accruals
• Ensure accurate, audit-ready financial documentation
• Support formal change control processes
• Analyze impacts to scope, schedule, budget, and resources
• Prepare scenario-based recommendations for approvals
• Maintain audit-ready project artifacts (plans, financials, RAID logs)
• Deliver executive-ready status reporting
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and regulatory requirements
• Facilitate cross-functional meetings and communications
• Track vendor deliverables, contracts, and invoices
• Communicate risks, changes, and financial impacts

Requirements

• Required Bachelor’s degree (IT, Business, Finance, or related)
• 8–10 years in project coordination, project controls, or PMO
• Experience in regulated, documentation-driven environments
• Strong skills in scheduling, financial tracking, and governance
• Strong knowledge of Waterfall methodology and dependency management
• Preferred Experience in life sciences, pharma, or other regulated industries
• Familiarity with validation and compliance processes
• Experience with ERP/financial systems (SAP, Oracle, D365)
• CAPM, PMP (in progress), or PRINCE2

Qualifications

• Required Bachelor’s degree (IT, Business, Finance, or related)
• 8–10 years in project coordination, project controls, or PMO
• Experience in regulated, documentation-driven environments
• Strong skills in scheduling, financial tracking, and governance
• Strong knowledge of Waterfall methodology and dependency management

Skills

• Project Planning & Scheduling
• Resource Planning
• Financial Management
• Change Control & Impact Analysis
• Governance & Reporting
• Stakeholder & Vendor Coordination

Benefits

The Solomon Page Distinction
Solomon Page offers a comprehensive benefit program for hourly employees. We pride ourselves on offering medical, dental, 401(k), direct deposit and commuter benefits to our employees, including freelancers - which sets us apart in the industries we serve.

Pay

$65-$75/hour

Schedule

Up to 1 year contract

About the Role

The Project Controls Coordinator manages planning, scheduling, financial tracking, and resource coordination across multiple technical projects in a regulated, waterfall-driven environment. This role ensures delivery within scope, schedule, budget, and compliance standards while maintaining audit-ready documentation and governance. Partnering with Technical Project Managers, Finance, Quality/Compliance, and vendors, you will maintain integrated project plans, monitor dependencies, control costs, support accruals, and assess the impact of project changes. Onsite daily in Sanford, NC

Company Information

Solomon Page is a specialty niche provider of staffing and executive search solutions across a wide array of functions and industries. Founded in 1990, Solomon Page focuses on providing customized solutions and building long-term relationships based on trust, respect, and the consistent delivery of excellent results.

Opportunity Awaits

For more information and additional opportunities, visit: solomonpage.com and connect with us on Facebook, and LinkedIn.