Material Controller
About The Position
Nscale is seeking a Material Controller to lead receiving, inventory management, and material coordination for the Monarch Compute Campus construction site. This role is crucial for managing hundreds of millions of dollars worth of equipment, including generators, switchgear, transformers, cooling equipment, and IT infrastructure, to ensure the construction stays on schedule. The Material Controller will be based on-site in Point Pleasant, WV, and will be responsible for the receiving, warehousing, tracking, and issuance of materials and equipment for the Monarch build. This involves close coordination with EPC contractors, logistics providers, and Nscale's construction and engineering teams.
Requirements
- 5+ years of experience in material control, warehousing, or site logistics on large industrial, power, oil & gas, or data center construction projects.
- Hands-on experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, or similar) and project tools such as Procore.
- Working knowledge of construction equipment receiving, preservation, and warranty management.
- Highly organised, detail-oriented, and comfortable working at pace in a dynamic construction environment.
- Strong communicator with the ability to work effectively with trades, contractors, and project leadership.
- Able and willing to be on-site full-time in Point Pleasant, WV.
Nice To Haves
- OSHA 10/30 certification.
- Forklift and material handling certifications.
Responsibilities
- Manage all material and equipment receiving activities at the Monarch site.
- Coordinate physical receipt, documentation, and inspection of incoming shipments against purchase orders, packing lists, and quality requirements.
- Manage non-conformance reports, damage claims, and discrepancy resolution with vendors and logistics providers.
- Maintain accurate inventory records in the ERP and project material tracking systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Procore).
- Manage on-site laydown yards, warehousing, and controlled storage for high-value and sensitive items.
- Conduct cycle counts, audits, and reconciliations.
- Issue materials and equipment to construction trades and EPC contractors in accordance with project schedule and work fronts.
- Coordinate just-in-time deliveries for critical-path items including Caterpillar generators, Powell switchgear, and major mechanical and electrical equipment.
- Partner with site planning and construction leadership to anticipate material needs and prevent stoppages.
- Maintain complete and auditable records for all material transactions — critical to project finance, insurance, tax, and warranty claims.
- Partner with the Document Controller to ensure all certificates, mill test reports, and OEM documentation are correctly archived.
- Support customs, tax, and import compliance for any imported equipment.
- Continuously improve material control processes, layouts, and tooling.
- Help build and develop a local material control team, providing on-the-job training to West Virginia hires and apprentices.
Benefits
- Competitive base salary with annual reviews
- Performance bonus and long-term incentive eligibility
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- Generous PTO plus US federal holidays
- Flexible workplace trusts Nscalers to deliver, giving you the autonomy needed to get the job done.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
