I'm urgently seeking an experienced
Lead Cost Controller
to join a global leader in Medical Technology as they expand their Cork manufacturing site for a long-term contract.
This is a senior role within the
Capital Projects team
, responsible for driving project cost management, reporting, and governance across large-scale facility investments.
The successful candidate will play a critical role in ensuring that all projects are delivered to budget, while maintaining full compliance with industry and regulatory standards.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead cost control activities across large pharmaceutical capital projects.
* Prepare and maintain project budgets, forecasts, and variance analysis against baseline.
* Implement cost management elements of the Project Controls Plan, including reporting, contingency, and change management.
* Monitor, track, and report cost performance, risks, and trends to the Project Manager.
* Partner with Finance on supplier invoice validation and monthly reporting.
* Support bid evaluation, commercial negotiations, and contract award processes.
* Maintain cost-related registers (costbook, purchase orders, invoices, change management, etc.).
* Provide early warning of cost overruns and recommend corrective actions.
* Participate in project reviews, risk workshops, and lessons learned exercises.
* Drive continuous improvement and share best practices in project cost control.
Qualifications & Experience
* Degree in
Engineering
or
Business
(or equivalent).
* Minimum
10 years' experience
in cost control for
capital projects
, ideally within the pharmaceutical or biopharmaceutical sector.
* Strong knowledge of contract forms (EPC, EPCM, Lump Sum, etc.) and supplier cost management.
* Hands-on experience with
ERP systems
(SAP, Agora, or equivalent).
* High proficiency in MS Excel and cost analysis tools.
* Proven ability to work with cross-functional project teams, finance, and external suppliers.
* Strong communication and decision-making skills with a proactive approach.
If you are looking for a new and refreshing role or have any questions about the position, then give me a call, drop me a message, or apply directly below and get ahead of the crowd I look forward to hearing from you.
For a confidential discussion about this role, or to apply, then send your CV to or call me, Corey Buckley, Recruitment Consultant - Life Sciences – US/Europe, at Please feel free to visit my LinkedIn profile to see my references/recommendations