Project Controller (Traveler) - Data Centers

Gilbane Building Company•High Hill, MO

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Gilbane is seeking a Project Controller to support Project SPADE, a hyperscale data center campus in New Florence, Missouri. This role will lead all financial administration and fiscal management activities for a large-scale mission critical construction project while partnering closely with project leadership to manage forecasting, cost controls, risk analysis, and financial reporting. Candidates should be open to project-based travel and potential relocation for the duration of the assignment. As a Top-10 ENR Contractor, Gilbane is a family-owned business with 45 offices that has been shaping communities since 1870. Consistently recognized as one of the most reputable construction management firms in the country, Gilbane is committed to delivering projects safely and on-time. You will have the opportunity to build schools, labs, hospitals, corporate offices, sports arenas and more! We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field
8-10 years of experience project accounting experience on commercial construction projects valued at 100M or larger
Or equivalent combination of education and experience
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word
Ability to learn construction management and payment management software

Responsibilities

Trains and supports project teams in all project accounting procedures
Supervises and trains direct reports on processes, procedures, and completion of daily tasks; manages workload and performance of direct reports, ensuring alignment with overall company standards
Ensures accuracy and completion of project forecast
Assists in the financial closing process including development of risk and opportunity analysis
Works and acts as an Independent Accountant during project forecast meetings to mitigate financial risk
Evaluates change management for inconsistencies and risk impacts on projects
Monitors key indicators for managing and analyzing risk projects while keeping Accounting Manager and/or Business Controller informed on any noted concerns
Assists the Accounting Manager or Business Controller with monthly Work in Process (WIP)
Fosters a positive and inclusive work environment to motivate and engage team members
Aids in communicating company and department strategy to direct reports
Supports financial management activities for a large-scale data center construction project.
Partners with project leadership to analyze costs, commitments, and change management impacts associated with mission critical construction operations.
Monitors project financial performance and helps identify risks and opportunities across complex project workstreams.