Project Controller

Quanta Services•Barstow, CA

6d•$130,000 - $150,000

About The Position

PAR Western Line Contractors, LLC (dba QUES), a subsidiary of Quanta Services, Inc. (NYSE: PWR), is composed of some of the most highly qualified professionals experienced in all aspects of engineering, designing, asset management, and construction management for the electric utility and other industries. We are a highly mobile and flexible team with the ability to service every area and region within our customers’ area of operation. With over 700 employees and growing, we have thousands of years of combined electrical utility experience to draw from when committing to provide our clients with a wide range of utility services. About this Role The Project Controller is responsible for overseeing the financial performance of construction projects, ensuring budgets, forecasts, and reporting align with project goals. This role partners closely with Project Managers, Site Supervisors, and Finance to deliver accurate financial insights, manage risk, and support informed decision-making on large-scale construction projects.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Construction Management, or a related field.
3–5 years of experience in construction finance, project accounting, or cost control.
Required: Prior job cost accounting experience within a large, complex general contracting or construction environment.
Strong knowledge of construction accounting principles, budgeting, forecasting, and cost control systems.
Experience working with established project cost control structures, financial reporting processes, and internal controls.
Proficiency in financial management systems (e.g., JDE, SAP, or similar) and advanced Microsoft Excel skills.

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting large or complex construction projects is preferred.

Responsibilities

Develop, manage, and forecast project budgets, including labor, materials, equipment, and subcontractors
Track actual costs against budgets and provide variance and trend analysis
Maintain accurate financial data in project and financial systems (e.g., Ecosys)
Prepare weekly and monthly financial and progress reports
Support change order evaluation, contract compliance, and cash flow management
Identify financial risks and support mitigation strategies
Participate in job reviews and collaborate with project, finance, and procurement teams
Support audits and ensure compliance with financial policies and construction accounting standards
Other related duties and projects as assigned