Project Controls Lead

About the role

The Capital Operations team at Anduril sits within the broader Design & Construction organization at Anduril. We are responsible for providing the critical support needed to bring our various cutting-edge factories, offices, and secure spaces to life. We do so by creating, maintaining, and executing key operational process, analytics, and tools. All the while, we are collaborating with a variety of stakeholders involved in shaping the built environment needed to enable Anduril’s mission (construction managers, architects, industrial engineers, real estate planners, finance analysts, and many more). But, first and foremost, we deeply listen to what our Division Leaders need. Whether it is autonomous submarines, robot fighter jets, or AR headsets, we stay close to our end users to ensure we’re fueling their success.

Responsibilities

• Take a leading role in establishing our cost category structure / WBS to utilize across all construction projects.
• Establish and implement best practices for cost forecasting (cash flow, cost accruals, etc.). Build templates and train Construction PMs as needed.
• Spearhead our capital budget approval process for projects of all sizes - from megaprojects to small renovations - in a complex, multi-stakeholder environment.
• Collaborate with Corporate Finance for monthly, quarterly, and annual capex planning.
• Own and evolve Anduril’s Historical Cost Database so that it is useful to (1) generate future cost estimates and (2) benchmark construction cost performance over time.
• Design and implement project approval processes (scope, cost, schedule) - including developing supporting documentation and training project management team on use. Advise on budget and schedule modification processes.
• Create templates and guidelines for project charters defining roles and responsibilities.
• Establish pre-qualification process for new consultants and suppliers.
• Work closely with our Procurement team for strategic sourcing opportunities.
• Develop templatized financial reporting materials compatible with new governance and cost control measures, including summary views for various audiences (Executives, internal stakeholders, others).
• Create templates and SOPs for CPM Schedule creation using industry-standard tools (Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, Smartsheet, etc.).
• Develop Cost-Loaded Schedules for individual projects as needed.
• Oversight of our Project Management Office (PMO) staff (external consultants), cultivating a well defined, rigorous, and transparent performance management rhythm.
• Occasional set up of Project Management Information System (PMIS) for new projects.

Requirements

• Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in construction management or project controls.
• Excel proficiency: You can work quickly, you’re organized, and you build models that others can easily and intuitively pick up.
• Presentation proficiency: You are a world-class storyteller and can distill complex data into simple slides that are digestible by executives.
• Willingness to travel at 10% of the time (international travel included).
• Must be a U.S. Person due to required access to U.S. export controlled information or facilities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in Corporate Construction Management or as an Owner’s Representative.
• Experience with advanced manufacturing-related projects.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or a related field.

Pay

US Salary Range: $143,000 - $191,000 USD

Schedule

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