Project Controller

PCL Construction•Arvada, CO

55d•$86,000 - $110,000•Onsite

About The Position

The future you want is within reach. At PCL, we build the places where life happens and find camaraderie in the process. We're a community of builders committed to building better communities. That's why we're always looking ahead, and not just to the next project or what's next in our industry. We're also looking at what's next for you and how we can help you build a career you're proud of. Calling Denver our US headquarters since 1975, we’re committed to the community where we live and work. We build on our strong relationships with industry partners to deliver unique, innovation solutions specific to our client needs. We are consistently ranked among the best companies to work for because we are committed to supporting and developing our teams. PCL Construction has been recognized by Denver Business Journal’s Best Places to Work in the Giant category in 2025. Here's how a(n) Project Controller for our Denver office contributes to our team:Responsibilities

Requirements

4-6 years of construction management experience, with experience as a project manager, project controller, or equivalent.
Construction trade certification with equivalent experience, or post-secondary diploma or degree in construction management or engineering preferred. Relevant designation is an asset.
Working knowledge of engineering and construction management principles and practices.
Strong understanding of all project management functions including scheduling and planning, RFIs, submittals, procurement, quality, cost control and forecasting, change management and document control. Ability to learn in-house software applications quickly.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and internal operational systems and is up to date with all current technology.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to adapt communication style across multiple departments and functions including clients, supervision, and craft workers.
Ability to support the planning and execution of new initiatives and processes.
Experience working for a contractor is preferred.
Strong ability to identify inefficiencies and produce solutions.
An understanding of contract language and ability to identify and mitigate risks and identify and leverage opportunities.
Knowledge of estimating methods and practices.
Strong analysis and problem-solving abilities.
Organizational skills, high level of detail orientation, and ability to multitask and prioritize conflicting deadlines.
Strong ability to train others, including clients, consultants, and trades.

Responsibilities

Assists with management of a multi-disciplinary project controls team (planning, document control, process development, district standardization, cost control, etc.)
Manages project documents in an organized and consistent manner. Ensures that field personnel have access to the latest drawings and specifications for building.
Trains others on how to efficiently and effectively use softwares pertinent to project controls and operations (PM4+, ACC Build, Structionsite, etc.)
Helps with the setup of project management software. Maintains parameters and updates them for the project team as required.
Identifies reporting and auditing required for project compliance and success. Completes regular reporting and auditing.
Troubleshoots software issues pertinent to project controls and project engineers.
Helps to identify opportunities for process improvement
Manages the setup of key project logs including submittals, inspection and test, procurement, etc. and conducts effective handoff to the project team.
Collaborates with construction/project manager and project team. Proactively identifies, handles, and resolves potential problems.
Analyzes and communicates the trending schedule, progress, and cost information to project personnel.
Creates the project weekly and monthly progress reports.
Adheres to PCL’s project control processes and procedures.
Maintains the project control systems to ensure they meet project needs, progress reporting, and earned-value analysis requirements.
Ensures alignment of project control systems and processes.
Assists in the development and maintenance of resource loaded schedule, critical path analysis, resolution of scheduling issues, supervising schedule delays, impacts and variances to the baseline.
Consistently establishes and maintains effective relationships with key partners and decision makers.
Other duties in support of the project team or project controls department as required.

Benefits

PCL combines numerous pay and benefit strategies to provide a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package.
This may include an employee share purchase offering, discretionary annual performance bonus, comprehensive benefits and wellness programs, retirement plan plus matching, and career development programs.

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