Project Controller

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories • Houston, TX

23d

About The Position

SEL’s devices are embedded in the power grid, helping prevent blackouts, making outages safer and shorter, and adding cybersecurity, automation, and communication. In Engineering Services, the Project Controller supports solutions and services that help customers protect and control critical electrical infrastructure and power systems worldwide.

This position is a key member of the Project Management team. Projects may range from small, single-deliverable assignments to larger projects lasting multiple months or years. The Project Controller is involved from quoting through project closeout, coordinating and tracking activities between Project Managers and Engineering teams. The role also engages with customer project managers, procurement, legal, and engineering team members.

SEL is seeking to fill this position at the Project Controller I level, while welcoming applicants with a range of experience and potentially considering candidates for a different level based on their background. Starting pay is based on job-related factors such as experience, training, knowledge, and skills.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of experience as a project controller or in a similar role.
• Process-driven approach.
• Ability to understand technical deliverables in an engineering services organization.
• High attention to detail and critical-thinking skills.
• Commitment to quality work and on-time deliverables.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including on technical subjects.
• Problem-solving skills and interest in driving improvements.
• Open-mindedness and a desire to learn and grow.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Deltek Vision software.

Responsibilities

• Forecast project resource workload and track deliverables.
• Support development and negotiation of proposals and project cost estimates.
• Enter new projects, including schedules and resources.
• Issue purchase orders and track equipment deliveries.
• Ensure invoices are issued according to project billing schedules.
• Review project deadlines and finances.
• Analyze data and track metrics.
• Coordinate and track project activities between Project Managers and Engineering teams.
• Support projects from quoting through closeout.

Benefits

• Employer-funded employee stock ownership plan (ESOP) and personal 401(k) options.
• Medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• 10 paid holidays.
• Annual vacation accrual starting at 12 days.
• 9 paid sick days.
• Paid family and medical leave covering 90% of pay.
• STEM courses, apprenticeships, tuition assistance, and engineering development programs.
• Wellness, fertility, adoption, and flexible spending benefits.

What This Job Offers

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