Project Controller
About The Position
The Project Controller leads financial administration and fiscal management for a mega project or multiple large- and mid-size projects. The role ensures project teams follow Gilbane financial policies and procedures and communicates potential profitability concerns and risks to leadership. The position also trains and supports project teams in accounting procedures, oversees direct reports, and contributes to project forecasting, financial close, risk analysis, change management, and work-in-process reporting. Gilbane is a family-owned construction management firm with 45 offices, operating since 1870 and recognized as a Top-10 ENR Contractor. The company delivers projects such as schools, laboratories, hospitals, corporate offices, and sports arenas. Gilbane describes its workplace as diverse, inclusive, and authentic, and provides training through Gilbane University and opportunities to develop leadership and technical skills. The Project Controller is expected to protect and promote the interests of Gilbane and its client and to demonstrate the characteristics of a developing leader.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- 8–10 years of post-graduation experience in construction project accounting.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word.
- Ability to learn construction management and payment management software.
- Knowledge of the overall project execution process, including budgeting, project forecasting, cost control, schedule, anticipated cost, and project profitability.
- Knowledge of construction industry insurance products and construction pricing components.
- Ability to communicate effectively, listen to understand, and convey information clearly in forms suited to the audience.
- Ability to act inclusively, treat others with respect and empathy, and leverage diverse perspectives and capabilities.
- Ability to solve problems by identifying, prioritizing, and implementing solution alternatives.
- Ability to adapt to change, explore its rationale, try new approaches, and collaborate with others.
- Ability to demonstrate passion and commitment to business outcomes and foster ownership and accountability.
- Ability to identify opportunities for improved practices that deliver value-added, unique, and differentiated solutions.
- Ability to coach and develop others, delegate work, communicate progress, and assess the impact, quality, and timeliness of results.
Nice To Haves
- Experience using Oracle Textura payment management software or an equivalent system.
Responsibilities
- Train and support project teams in project accounting procedures.
- Supervise and train direct reports on processes, procedures, and daily tasks; manage their workload and performance in alignment with company standards.
- Ensure accuracy and completion of project forecasts.
- Assist with financial closing, including development of risk and opportunity analyses.
- Act as an Independent Accountant during project forecast meetings to mitigate financial risk.
- Evaluate change management for inconsistencies and project risk impacts.
- Monitor key indicators for managing and analyzing risk projects, keeping the Accounting Manager and/or Business Controller informed of concerns.
- Assist the Accounting Manager or Business Controller with monthly Work in Process (WIP).
- Foster a positive and inclusive work environment that motivates and engages team members.
- Help communicate company and department strategy to direct reports.
- Protect and promote the interests of Gilbane and the client.
Benefits
- Competitive health and welfare benefits.
- Generous profit-sharing/401(k) plan.
- Training opportunities through Gilbane University to build leadership and technical skills.
- Opportunity to learn industry skills while working with an experienced team.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
