Project Controller

Encompass Energy Services • Houston, TX

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About The Position

The Project Controller supports project management teams by using company tools and systems to monitor project health and ensure proper invoicing practices. The role includes reviewing proposal and project initiation documentation, setting up projects, maintaining project records and tracking tools, managing invoices, and producing project reports. The Project Controller participates in project health and invoicing meetings, escalates project-related issues to Project Managers, and supports project closeout.

Requirements

• Strong analytical and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• High aptitude for learning and retaining new knowledge.
• Strong self-management and independence.
• Knowledge of project life cycle phases and contract management.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States; visa sponsorship is not available.

Responsibilities

• Review proposal and project initiation documentation to ensure it is accurate and complete.
• Initiate and configure new projects, ensuring details are accurate and aligned with organizational standards.
• Ensure relevant documents, such as proposals, budget tables, MSAs or purchase orders, and notices to proceed, are saved in project folders.
• Maintain accurate resource allocation and personnel forecast trackers.
• Generate, review, and adjust invoices in alignment with project progress.
• Coordinate invoice pre-approvals and client uploads.
• Prepare and manage client-required invoice documentation.
• Send invoices and follow up as needed to support timely payment.
• Create and maintain reports on budgets, margins, invoices, and overall project status.
• Review aging reports to monitor outstanding receivables.
• Assist with creating change orders and ensure updates are accurately reflected and aligned in systems.
• Participate in regular project health and invoicing meetings with Project Managers.
• Escalate project-related issues to Project Managers.
• Close projects in systems and ensure all project-related costs are entered.
• Archive project folders approximately 90 days after closeout.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed