Project Controller – Architecture and Engineering

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in New Mexico.

📋 Description

• Assist the architecture and engineering team in Minneapolis as a Project Controller

• Ensure that designated client projects meet financial, scheduling, and performance objectives

• Analyze performance trends and generate cost-impact assessments along with monthly project performance reports

• Recommend approval of contractor invoices

• Prepare cost reports that track actual and obligated subcontractor/vendor expenses against budgets

• Update forecasts through earned value, discussions with the project team, and other methodologies

• Create project budgets based on proposal estimates and support Project Managers in project initiation and implementation

• Coordinate the development of efficient Work Breakdown Structures

• Convey results of budget, cost, and schedule analysis to Project Managers and project leaders

• Identify challenges and achievements, and formulate project recovery strategies

• Facilitate meetings with project teams, Project Approvers, and Finance & Accounting

• Assist with the preparation of purchase orders and subcontract agreements

• Oversee subcontractor/vendor expenditures in relation to commitments and budgets

• Complete documentation for payment releases and monitor payments to subcontractors

• Aid Project Managers with Salesforce data entries and updates

• Communicate with subcontractors about progress, timelines, and contract management

• Track KPIs including earned value, cost and schedule performance, estimated completion, and project deadlines

• Monitor unbilled amounts, invoicing, and aged accounts receivable to report to management

• Maintain data quality metrics, forecast completion dates, and estimates for project completion

• Review client invoices and establish invoicing schedules in accordance with contract stipulations

• Prepare and submit monthly reports for both internal and external clients

• Examine client contracts and subcontracts for scope, schedule, budget, and risk factors

• Collaborate with Project Managers to fulfill contractual obligations

• Communicate with clients regarding invoicing, payments, contract, and reporting requirements

⛳️ Requirements

• BA/BS degree with 4 years of relevant experience in project controls or a demonstrated equivalent of experience and/or education

• US Citizenship is required

• No sponsorship is available currently or in the future

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel

• Capability to oversee the project controls function for both small and large projects across a diverse portfolio and multiple project managers

• Previous experience in engineering, construction management, or a related field is preferred

• Preferred 8+ years of pertinent project controls experience

• In-depth knowledge of project planning and scheduling techniques, practices, and earned value is preferred

• Willingness or ability to learn basic Federal Contract Requirements

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage

• Life, AD&D, and disability insurance

• Paid time off

• Leave of absence options

• Voluntary benefits and perks

• Flexible work arrangements

• Resources for well-being

• Employee assistance program

• Business travel insurance

• Recognition awards for service

• Retirement savings plan

• Employee stock purchase program

• Award-winning training and development initiatives

• In-person onboarding on Day 1 at an AECOM office location