Commercial Project Manager (CPM) - Finance Controller

Siemens•Dallas, TX

3d•$100,603 - $172,462•Hybrid

About The Position

The Commercial Project Manager (CPM) - Finance Controller is responsible for the commercial aspects of projects from the sales phase through execution and completion. The role covers proposal management, project performance measurement, planning, forecasting, and reporting. The CPM partners with Sales and the Project Manager throughout the project life cycle and works with customers, suppliers, engineering, procurement, legal, finance colleagues, auditors, and other stakeholders. The position is based in Dallas, Texas, is hybrid, and requires occasional travel.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business, or a related field.
At least 5 years of work experience in commercial project controlling or management in construction projects.
PM@Siemens - CPM certificate or equivalent (for internal candidates).
Ability to take initiative and adapt to changing circumstances.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
Willingness to travel 10–20%.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in business administration.
Resilience in managing complex projects and overcoming challenges.
Proficiency with SAP and Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

Responsibilities

Manage projects throughout the Project Life Cycle, from bid preparation through execution, commissioning, and warranty.
Oversee bid preparation and approval under Limits of Authority; review, evaluate, and negotiate contract terms with Legal; assess risks and ensure contractual conformance during execution.
Act as the commercial project entrepreneur during execution, from order intake through design, delivery, installation, commissioning, and warranty.
Partner with the Project Manager to identify and assess risks and opportunities, develop response strategies, and avoid margin slippage.
Prepare and present commercial topics at internal and external project meetings and escalate critical issues when necessary.
Manage customer requirements and stakeholder expectations with the Project Manager.
Protect project targets through rigorous contract and claim management.
Ensure compliance with applicable standards, rules, and regulations, including IFRS and US GAAP financial reporting, tax regulations, business conduct, signature rights, export control, EHS, and ICFR/RIC.
Partner with the Project Manager to manage financial results, focusing on gross profit, cash flow, and minimizing non-conformance costs.
Conduct annual budgeting, monthly forecasting and cost control, cash flow reconciliation, and deviation analysis; maintain accurate project books and records in SAP.
Ensure timely invoicing, actively manage receivables, and maximize cash flow.
Coordinate procurement to secure competitive bids within budget and in compliance with customer contracts.
Manage financial guarantees, bonds, and insurance requirements.
Encourage team accountability and collaboration, and conduct lessons-learned reviews for continuous improvement.