Construction Project Controller (6-Month Contract)

Advantage Point GroupCordova, IL
$35 - $45Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a meticulous Construction Project Controller to serve as our on-site representative at an industrial plant in Cordova, IL. In this vital role, you will be the eyes and ears of the project team—monitoring contractor-billed labor hours, equipment utilization, and material deliveries to ensure everything aligns perfectly with contractual agreements and project goals. If you have a sharp eye for detail, thrive on a dynamic construction site, and love keeping projects organized and financially sound, this is the role for you.

Requirements

  • Prior experience working on a construction jobsite or in a heavy industrial administrative role is highly preferred.
  • Strong, advanced skills in Microsoft Excel are essential for spreadsheet management and data analysis.
  • Exceptional organizational skills with a thorough, rigorous approach to quality-checking labor records and building materials.
  • Polished verbal and written communication skills, tailored for professional reporting to the Project Manager and interacting with site leadership.
  • High School Diploma or GED required.
  • Must be local to the Cordova, IL area (per diem is not provided).

Nice To Haves

  • Coursework in Construction Management is a major plus.

Responsibilities

  • Review invoices to verify correct labor rates (Straight Time & Overtime) and accurate hours.
  • Ensure indirect costs are classified correctly (not mixed into direct cost pools).
  • Confirm all field-directed work has an approved Change Order before invoicing.
  • Enter timesheets, material logs, and equipment usage records into construction management spreadsheets.
  • Issue comprehensive weekly summaries to the Project Manager.
  • Cross-reference physical gate logs to document and verify that on-site labor perfectly matches billed hours.
  • Actively track on-site machinery and identify any idle equipment (not in service or moved within 48 hours) for immediate return to control costs.
  • Maintain accurate, up-to-date logs of daily project activities, including worker headcounts and material deliveries.
  • Assist the Construction Manager (CM) in verifying that all on-site workers hold the required site-specific safety certifications and licenses.
  • Systematically manage, track, and archive all project files, permits, and inspection reports.

Benefits

  • 401(k)
  • Health Insurance
  • HSA
  • Dental Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • PTO
  • Paid Holidays
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