CAPEX Engineering Project Controller

Today, Lonza is a global leader in life sciences operating across five continents. While we work in science, there’s no magic formula to how we do it. Our greatest scientific solution is talented people working together, devising ideas that help businesses to help people. In exchange, we let our people own their careers. Their ideas, big and small, genuinely improve the world. And that’s the kind of work we want to be part of.

CAPEX Engineering Project Controller

Location: United Kingdom, Relocation Supported

We are thrilled to announce an outstanding opportunity for the role of CAPEX Engineering Project Controller at Lonza AG. This role is pivotal in ensuring the flawless execution of our ambitious projects within a dynamic and encouraging environment. Join us and be part of a world-class team where your ideas can significantly impact our innovative life sciences solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Build and measure project schedules and cost forecasts across the portfolio to ensure seamless execution.
2. Provide weekly critical metrics (Cost, Schedule, and Resource) & performance analysis in terms of cost control, schedule, and forecast accuracy; perform detailed analysis where necessary.
3. Review cost and schedule estimates against established norms to identify areas for improvement.
4. Develop project cost controlling and capitalisation structures to lead the reporting and asset capitalisation efficiently.
5. Manage the monthly forecast cycle and accruals, making improvements to increase cash flow accuracy.
6. Review prefunding cost estimates versus established norms and make appropriate suggestions to improve project performance.
7. Support the annual target setting for CAPEX and maintenance budgets, ensuring alignment with overall business objectives.

Key Requirements:

1. Degree in Project Management, Business, Accounting, Finance, or Engineering preferred, or equivalent experience.
2. Project Scheduling certification (PMI or similar) required; Financial Control certification (ACA/ACCA/CPA/CIA or similar) preferred.
3. Advanced knowledge of Excel and experienced SAP user; proficient in project controls techniques (WBS elements, Process Orders, Internal Orders, etc.).
4. Proven cost accounting experience with a strong understanding of LEAN thinking and root cause analysis.
5. Outstanding communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across different levels and departments.
6. Demonstrated ability to work strictly within project timelines and successfully implement project goals.

Join Lonza AG and take the next step in your career within a company that values inclusion, determination, and collaboration. Your contributions will help us compete successfully in the life sciences industry and make a lasting impact on the world.

Every day, Lonza’s products and services have a positive impact on millions of people. For us, this is not only a great privilege, but also a great responsibility. How we achieve our business results is just as important as the achievements themselves. At Lonza, we respect and protect our people and our environment. Any success we achieve is no success at all if not achieved ethically.

People come to Lonza for the challenge and creativity of solving complex problems and developing new ideas in life sciences. In return, we offer the satisfaction that comes with improving lives all around the world. The satisfaction that comes with making a meaningful difference.