Controller (Construction)
About The Position
As Construction Controller, you will own the financial oversight of a globally distributed portfolio of high-integrity land development projects, including off-grid, modular, and coastal luxury builds. Reporting to the VP of Land Development and working closely with Finance and Project Managers, you will track project budgets, evaluate vendor contracts, manage cost reporting, and proactively surface financial risks and opportunities. You will serve as the internal control hub for all active projects, building the systems, dashboards, and workflows that give PMs structure while providing leadership with real-time financial visibility. This role is suited for a sharp, detail-driven professional who understands construction dynamics and thrives on budget discipline and operational clarity.
Requirements
- 7+ years in construction finance, cost control, or project accounting, ideally with land development or infrastructure experience
- Proven track record managing budgets on $5M–$50M+ projects across multiple locations and vendors
- Strong working knowledge of job costing, vendor billing, and contract structures in construction
- High proficiency in Excel or Google Sheets
- Familiarity with permitting timelines, milestone-based payments, and contractor compliance standards
- Ability to work across jurisdictions and collaborate remotely with internal teams and field-based PMs
- Strong attention to detail, documentation, and process integrity in a fast-paced, high-accountability environment
Nice To Haves
- dashboarding tools such as Smartsheet or Monday.com
Responsibilities
- Build and manage detailed construction budgets across all development projects
- Create and maintain cost tracking dashboards with real-time visibility into spend, variances, and vendor performance
- Work closely with PMs to validate estimates, track change orders, and ensure scope alignment
- Review vendor bids, contracts, and payment terms to ensure cost effectiveness and compliance
- Partner with internal finance and leadership teams to forecast cash flow needs and financial exposure
- Standardize financial documentation and reporting for project cost management at scale
- Ensure alignment with project timelines, milestone payments, and vendor deliverables
- Maintain audit readiness and documentation integrity for all financial activity within the development organization
Benefits
- full medical coverage
- paid time off
- performance-based incentives
- significant opportunities for career growth
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
