Project Finance Manager - Oil, Gas, & Chemical (OGC)

Kiewit•Worthington, OH

About The Position

The Project Finance Manager supports multiple large-scale oil, gas, and chemical construction projects, ranging from $1 million to $4 billion, in accounting, finance, and operations-related functions. The role may be assigned to major projects and serves as a finance leader and trusted advisor to Operations Managers and executive management. It focuses on developing business team members, building credibility with senior leaders, and providing accurate analysis and meaningful insight for decision-making. The position calls for strong leadership, continuous improvement, and polished technical and interpersonal skills. The role is part of Kiewit Energy, which provides engineering, procurement, and construction services to oil, gas, refining, chemicals, petrochemicals, biofuels, and other process industries. The position can be based at the OGC hub in Houston, Texas, but requires significant on-site project work and/or relocation responsibilities in Columbus, Ohio. Work may also take place at various locations and under varying conditions. The manager oversees project financial reporting, cash management and forecasting, internal audits, compliance, client billing and revenue collection, and project records. They lead and coach business and administration staff, support career development and performance evaluations, and coordinate responsibilities and communication between project and home-office departments. Travel and/or relocation may be required. Overtime and weekend work may be required.

Requirements

5–10 years of financial or data analysis experience in the oil, gas, and chemical industry.
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or an equivalent field.
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
Effective oral and written communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
Ability to balance multiple tasks and responsibilities.
High level of professionalism and standards.
Managerial experience.
Ability to access all parts of a construction site in a range of climates and environments.
Regular, reliable attendance.
Ability to work productively and meet deadlines.
Ability to communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others, individually or in a team environment.
Ability to perform work safely and effectively and follow oral and written instructions, including directions related to warning signs, equipment use, and policies.
Ability to work during normal operating hours and to work overtime and weekends as required.
Travel and/or relocation may be required.

Nice To Haves

CPA, MBA, or public accounting experience.
Knowledge of or familiarity with SAP.
Demonstrated success developing or managing a team.

Responsibilities

Analyze and communicate project financial results to upper-level management.
Build trust, credibility, and buy-in for processes with the Operations team to improve cohesion and communication.
Understand financial reporting, including its upstream effects on other areas of the organization.
Manage the division of responsibilities and communication between project and home-office departments.
Drive continuous improvement and promote positive change.
Use appropriate data, reports, and tools for risk analysis and benchmarking.
Review project and estimate cash flows, contract terms, and change orders for financial risks and opportunities.
Recognize when and to whom specific issues or conversations should be escalated.
Understand, substantiate, and reconcile financial reports monthly and annually.
Create a workplace that motivates and challenges team members to pursue career goals and opportunities.
Identify organizational talent needs, recruit high-quality talent, and develop team members through critical conversations and performance reviews.
Monitor new processes, troubleshoot failures and issues, and present solutions to unforeseen problems.
Summarize and communicate information and results to executive management.
Manage cash and forecasting.
Prepare and complete internal audits.
Provide leadership and coaching to business and administration staff, including development plans and performance evaluations.
Participate in compliance programs involving regulations and accounting policies.
Maintain records of job progress, costs, and change-order tracking.
Manage client billing and revenue collection.
Perform other duties as required by leadership.