Cost Controller

E2 Optics•Englewood, CO

About The Position

Why E2 Optics? ⚡ Power the Future of Connectivity! ⚡ Are you ready to elevate your career with an award-winning, Woman-Owned technology integrator that's leading the charge in the data center revolution? E2 Optics is one of the fastest-growing and most stable companies at the core of the tech industry-powering the infrastructure behind AI, cloud computing, and the innovations of tomorrow. At E2 Optics, you will work with cutting-edge systems in some of the most advanced environments in the world. We invest in your growth through hands-on experience, industry certifications, and leadership opportunities that put you in charge of teams and outcomes. Collaboration is in our DNA - we believe in lifting each other up, mentoring with purpose, and celebrating every win. If you are looking to be part of something meaningful, fast-moving, and future-focused, your next opportunity is here. Join one of America's largest and fastest-growing tech integrators and help us shape what's next.

Requirements

BA/BS in construction management, finance, engineering or equivalent
Minimum of 5 years experience in construction and project planning for multi-project construction programs
Experience in construction specifications, construction drawings and other project documentation including RFIs, submittals, payment applications and change orders
Experience with Primavera P6, MS Excel, PowerPoint
Experience with cost control tooling (such as eBuilder, Procore, or others)
Experience communicating financial status and schedule details from multiple construction sites to project managers
Decision Making and Judgment: The position involves projects and/or assignments requiring considerable decision-making authority regarding procedures, plans and schedules. Must be proficient in problem solving and root cause analysis to determine best feasible solutions
Knowledge of structured cabling industry including technology, quality and safety standards
Ability to support the Project Manager and Sr. Project Manager in leading, developing and managing field employees
Ability to elicit cooperation from a wide variety of sources, including upper management, clients and other departments
Strong communication and organizational skills, including excellent customer service skills
Must be able to learn and support new and quickly evolving technologies
Ability to research information and identify solutions regarding technical issues
Good work habits under pressure, flexible during times of change
Ability to work within deadlines while maintaining high work quality including ability to prioritize and multi-task
Ability to perform duties in a professional manner and appearance
Effective oral and written communication skills as required for the position
Ability to be self-motivated, proactive and an effective team player
Demonstrated team-work and versatility in integrating into multiple work environments
Proficient in using a computer and Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, Visio; Primavera P6 preferred)

Responsibilities

Safety is E2 Optics' number one Core Value. All employees are expected to follow safe work practices, as well as adhere to company and client worksite safety policies and procedures
Promote company Core Values to foster and safeguard family-centric culture
Support Project Manager who manages data center construction, miscellaneous technical construction projects and operations work
Assist in managing project cost, including budget, forecast, commitments, accruals, Work-In-Place, milestones, WBS, progress, risks and KPIs
Utilize and maintain historical cost databases (eBuilder or similar) through input of budgets, commitments, work in place, invoices and forecasts
Provide weekly, monthly and adhoc project status reports (cost, schedule, risk and manpower report)
Conduct accrual analysis and coordinate with payment processing teams to track the status of vendor payments
Review invoices for accuracy and trend analysis; monitor open POs, calculate expected cost impact and initiate action(s) to resolve
Work with P6 Scheduler and Project Manager for progress, warning signs, identify critical path and alignment between cost and schedule
Manage the project change control process and maintain the baseline and current budget to reflect approved changes
Provide coaching, development and guidance to team members, encouraging them to promote a Lean culture and to develop with emerging technologies
Drive continuous improvement activities and support Lean initiatives across the site to align with deployed corporate strategic goals
This position is generally expected to require minimal overnight travel (5%). The individual in this role should be able and willing to travel as required by E2 Optics
Additional Responsibilities: As identified and assigned