Project Controller – Architecture and Engineering

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

📋 Description

• Assist the Minneapolis architecture and engineering division as a Project Controller.

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

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

• Recommend the approval of contractor invoices.

• Compile cost reports that track actual and committed subcontractor/vendor expenses in relation to budgets.

• Update forecasts by utilizing earned value, discussions with project teams, and other methodologies.

• Establish project budgets based on proposal estimates and support Project Managers in project initiation and execution.

• Facilitate the development of efficient Work Breakdown Structures.

• Convey budget, cost, and schedule analysis findings to Project Managers and project leaders.

• Identify challenges and successes, and formulate project recovery strategies when necessary.

• Lead meetings with internal project teams, Project Approvers, and Finance & Accounting departments.

• Collaborate with procurement to set up purchase orders and subcontract agreements.

• Oversee subcontractor/vendor expenditures against commitments and budgets.

• Complete payment release documentation and monitor payment releases.

• Aid Project Managers with Salesforce entries and updates.

• Communicate with subcontractors regarding progress, timelines, and contract management.

• Track KPIs such as earned value, cost and schedule performance, estimates to completion, and project completion dates.

• Monitor unbilled amounts, invoicing, and aged accounts receivable, reporting to management accordingly.

• Maintain data quality metrics, forecast completion dates, and estimates to completion.

• Review client invoices and create invoice schedules based on contract stipulations.

• Prepare and deliver monthly reports for both internal and external clients.

• Interpret client contracts and subcontracts regarding scope, timelines, budget, and risk.

• Collaborate with Project Managers to ensure adherence to contractual obligations.

• Engage with clients about invoicing, payments, contracts, and reporting needs.

⛳️ Requirements

• BA/BS degree plus 4 years of relevant experience in project controls or a proven equivalent of experience and/or education.

• US Citizenship is mandatory.

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel.

• Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively within teams.

• Capability to lead the project controls function on both small and large projects spanning a broad portfolio and multiple project managers.

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

• Over 8 years of relevant project controls experience is preferred.

• In-depth understanding of project planning and scheduling methodologies, practices, and earned value concepts.

• Familiarity with or a willingness to learn basic Federal Contract Requirements.

• No sponsorship will be available now or in the future.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.

• Life, AD&D, and disability coverage.

• Paid time off.

• Leaves of absence.

• Optional benefits and perks.

• Flexible work arrangements.

• Wellness resources.

• Employee assistance programs.

• Business travel insurance.

• Recognition awards for service.

• Retirement savings plan.

• Employee stock purchase plan.

• Award-winning training and development initiatives.

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