Project Controller or Project Controls Analyst

Stantec•Farmington Hills, MI

24d

About The Position

Stantec is seeking a Project Controller or Project Controls Analyst with a solid background in project financial functions. The role is a key point of contact for numerous internal and external stakeholders and supports project financial and controls activities. Candidates may be located throughout the Great Lakes, Midwest, Mountain, or West regions. The position provides budget, contract, and financial management support to Project Managers; supports project life-cycle management in accordance with client requirements and company guidelines; and coordinates with project accounting staff to help ensure invoices meet established timelines and contractual requirements. It also covers budget and cost control, forecasting, reporting, financial analysis and reconciliations, and administration of project management information systems. The typical environment is an office setting involving computer work and long periods of sitting. Fieldwork may involve exposure to the elements, including inclement weather, and some travel may be required. The role may involve training, managing, or mentoring others over time.

Requirements

Experience in all aspects of budget and cost controls, including budgeting, forecasting, and earned value management.
Understanding of contract commercial terms.
Working knowledge of project accounting methods and requirements.
Understanding of principles and methods related to Earned Value Management.
Ability to coordinate functionally with internal and external business processes and blend their requirements.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, especially MS Excel.
Detail-oriented, with exceptional organizational and time management skills.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Ability to see the big picture and use common sense to make decisions.
Well-developed interpersonal skills and the ability and desire to build trusting, long-term relationships.
Experience working with and supporting diverse groups at all levels of management.
Relevant technical college graduate, a BS degree, or equivalent experience.
At least 3–5 years of experience in project/program controls, project management, or a project accounting/financial role.

Nice To Haves

Experience with MS Project and SQL/SharePoint applications.
Experience working in a consulting or project management environment is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide budget, contract, and financial management support to Project Managers.
Assist Project Managers in maintaining project life cycles in accordance with client requirements and company guidelines.
Coordinate with project accounting staff to ensure invoices are submitted according to established timelines and contractual requirements.
Audit project management reports for financial impacts and provisions for gross profit optimization.
Assist Project Managers with monthly forecasts and financial estimates.
Support project/program enterprise structures, including Work Breakdown Structures and Cost Breakdown Structures, as part of project budgeting and setup.
Perform and manage budget and cost control functions.
Prepare month-end reports, variance reports, and ad hoc reports as required.
Analyze and interpret project/program data to support continuous improvement.
Complete financial reconciliations as required.
May train, manage, or mentor others over time.
Administer Project Management Information Systems for budget and cost control, document control, and reporting.