Project Cost Controller
Large utility is looking for a Project Cost Controller in Jackson, MI. This role requires a minimum of 3 years of experience and a degree in a relevant field (Construction, Engineering, or Finance) to manage cost forecasting, financial reporting, and change control for large-scale construction projects using advanced Excel and contract analysis skills. This is a contract position estimated to last 12 months, possible extension, possible temp to perm. Apply Now! location: Jackson, Michigan
job type: Contract
salary: $52.14 - 57.14 per hour
work hours: 8am to 5pm
education: Bachelors responsibilities:
- Track and control all costs associated with large-scale construction projects or portfolios.
- Develop monthly, annual, and project-lifetime cost forecasts.
- Manage contractor project control deliverables in alignment with contractual requirements.
- Assemble comprehensive project financial status reports for stakeholders.
- Administer and manage project change control activities.
- Communicate project financial performance and variances to upper management and team members.
- Interpret engineering and construction contracts to ensure adherence to financial requirements.
- Analyze and interpret project schedules to produce accurate cost forecasting.
- Utilize advanced Excel and basic computing skills to manage project data.
- Implement project controls methodologies for projects exceeding three years in scope.
- Provide verifiable work experience in direct cost management for major construction efforts.
- Collaborate with project teams to ensure financial alignment with project milestones.
- Communication skills are also key for this position, being able to communicate effectively both in writing and verbally with upper management and project team members.
- Although candidates are not expected to be experienced with the creation of project schedules, they must be able to demonstrate their ability to understand and interpret project schedules in order to effectively forecast project costs.
- Proficiencies in basic computing skills and the use of Excel spreadsheets are a strict requirement.
- Experience using SAP is desirable, but not required.
- Higher educational degrees in construction/project management or engineering are desirable, but degrees in business, accounting, or finance are also suitable.
- 3 years of experience implementing project controls methodologies on large-scale construction projects, or a large portfolio of projects.
- Certifications from PMI or AACE will set candidates apart from others.
- Experience level: Experienced
- Education: Bachelors
skills:
- Project Controls
- SAP
- Estimating
Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status. At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact [email protected].
Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).
This posting is open for thirty (30) days. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
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