Cost Controller

E2 Optics•,

23h•Hybrid

About The Position

E2 Optics is seeking a Cost Controller to support Project Managers in managing data center construction, technical construction projects, and operations work. This role involves managing project costs, including budget, forecast, commitments, accruals, and KPIs. The Cost Controller will utilize and maintain cost databases, provide regular project status reports, conduct accrual analysis, review invoices, and manage the project change control process. The position also involves driving continuous improvement and Lean initiatives, and providing coaching to team members. Minimal overnight travel (5%) is expected, with the ability and willingness to travel as required.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required
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
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)

Nice To Haves

Primavera P6 preferred

Responsibilities

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