Construction Project Controller (6-Month Contract)

Advantage Point Group•Cordova, IL

2d•$35 - $45•Onsite

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.