Project Controls Manager

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Job Description

Kite seeks a highly motivated Project Manager - Budgets to work at our Oceanside viral vector manufacturing site (MVP01). This role involves collaboration with Project Managers, the Head of Business Strategy & Operations, and various departments such as Supply Chain, MSAT, Automation, F&E, Manufacturing, and Finance. The position reports to the Associate Director of Business Strategy & Operations.

The Business Strategy & Operations department supports the site through Project, Resource, and Portfolio Management, Operational Excellence, Business Continuity, Risk Management, and more. As part of this team, you will contribute your expertise as a Project Controls Analyst and support site growth.

This role is crucial for managing the financial health and budget of the MVP01 project portfolio, including CapEx & OpEx, typically ranging from $50K to $10M. You will oversee budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, accruals, and asset capitalization, providing governance and monthly reports to senior management in line with FP&A policies.

Key Responsibilities

Monitor and control project budgets through standardized tracking

Review project financials for accuracy and resolve discrepancies

Collaborate with project managers on funding requests, forecasting, and asset capitalization

Ensure consistent project financial reporting

Analyze cost and schedule variances; develop recovery plans

Provide timely cost management reports to senior management

Improve project delivery practices and implement standard methodologies

Review project data and progress reports

Communicate with vendors, engineers, and team members on financial processes

Generate financial status reports and dashboards

Manage work orders, change orders, and purchase requests

Serve as liaison between business functions and FP&A for project financials

Resolve discrepancies and support decision-making

Drive process improvements and foster collaboration within Kite

Act as primary contact for project controls at the site

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelors degree with 6+ years of relevant experience in portfolio management (pharma/biotech experience a plus)

Masters degree with 4+ years of relevant experience

High school diploma with 11+ years of relevant experience

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in pharma/biotech or cell therapy manufacturing

Proficiency in MS Office, SharePoint, visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau)

Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills

Self-motivated, organized, results-oriented, detail-oriented

Certifications such as CAPM, PMP, or OE experience

The salary range for this role is $143,225 - $185,350, with potential bonuses, stock incentives, and benefits. For more info, visit Gilead Benefits.

Kite Pharma is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, providing equal employment opportunities. We support a harassment-free environment and celebrate individual differences.

Additional Details

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Project Management and IT

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