Cost controller

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Job Summary

This position will report to the Major Projects - Senior Manager of Projects and is responsible for managing cost control functions on multi-billion-dollar Extended Power Uprate projects. The role supports project leadership by developing and maintaining detailed budgets, monitoring expenditures, and tracking variances to ensure strict cost and schedule discipline.

Responsibilities include supporting the Site Long Range Plan (LRP), overseeing project controls systems and software, preparing estimates and forecasts, analyzing financial reports, and ensuring compliance with corporate standards. The Cost Controller also coordinates payments with subcontractors and vendors, providing accurate and timely reporting that enables executive decision-making and protects project performance.

Job Description

Key Accountabilities

• Responsible for all cost control functions on multi-billion-dollar Extended Power Uprate projects involving 100+ major plant modifications.
• Manages cost tracking, invoicing, budgeting, and forecasting to maintain strict financial discipline across complex project scopes.
• Monitors project performance with KPIs and provides timely reporting to site and executive leadership.
• Develops and maintains detailed cost estimates, monthly capital forecasts, and supports the Vistra Long Range Plan (LRP).
• Ensures consistent use of project control practices across EPC partners, OEMs, and site teams to drive alignment. Integrates cost, schedule, and risk processes to support outage execution and project milestones while proactively identifying and mitigating financial risks.
  
  

Education, Experience & Skill Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required; BS in Engineering, BA in Business or Construction Management (recommended).
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification. (recommended)
• At least 5 years' experience in a combined finance, construction or project controls role that includes budgeting, scheduling, project support or project management
• Technical Expertise: Analytical and mathematical skills to accurately assess project budgets and spending.
• Knowledge of Project Controls processes and guidelines.
• General understanding of nuclear operation, practices and processes.
• Collaborative: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with projects staff and present cost estimates clearly and persuasively.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products, with advanced Excel experience
• Knowledgeable in SAP enterprise software (recommended)
  
  

Key Metrics

• Safety Excellence
• Continuous Improvement
• Financial Optimization
• Operational Excellence
• Talent Development
  
  

Job Family

Plant Operations

Company

Vistra Nuclear Operations Company

Locations

Perry, Ohio

Ohio

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