Business Manager

Guy F. Atkinson Construction, LLC; Renton (WA); On-site; USD 78,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Guy F. Atkinson Construction, LLC is seeking a Business Manager to oversee financial reporting and compliance for construction projects ranging from $20 million to $1 billion. The role involves collaboration between operations and corporate finance, ensuring smooth project execution.

Applicants should have a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and possess strong communication, analytical, and organizational skills. The position offers a salary range of $78,000 - $110,000, commensurate with experience.

Qualifications

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Careful attention to detail and reliability of output.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced team environment.

Responsibilities

• Compile owner pay applications.
• Internal audit finding resolution.
• Lead, train, and develop project team members.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration

Tools

Microsoft Excel

SAP

Textura

Coupa

Job description

About Atkinson

Atkinson Building our nation's infrastructure since 1926, Atkinson provides innovative design and construction solutions for heavy civil projects. We are committed to safely delivering complex, quality projects while building long‑lasting, collaborative relationships with our clients.

The Role

The Business Manager serves as the support for construction projects and is a primary liaison between operations, corporate finance, and certain external parties. This highly visible and fast‑paced position is involved with financial reporting, compliance, and processing responsibilities over projects ranging in size from $20million to $1billion in contract value.

Responsibilities

• Compiling owner pay applications
• Internal audit finding resolution
• Subcontractor requisition and accounts payable processing
• Consumable materials purchasing and equipment inventory monitoring
• Assist with project setup, closeout, and owner contract review and readiness
• Lien waiver and insurance administration
• Support the monthly project financial forecast
• Prepare monthly cost reports
• Key performance indicator monitoring
• Process innovation and improvement
• Project cash‑flow monitoring and forecasting
• Produce the month‑end financial reporting, including equipment billing, subcontractor payments, and owner payments
• Change Order Monitoring and Reconciliation
• Lead all activities related to contract administration, change orders, procurement, and financial reporting
• Have thorough knowledge of the company contracts and an understanding of all parties involved
• Facilitate project meetings to successfully coordinate work activities
• Lead, train, and develop project team members
• Prepare and submit monthly job status reports that outline project priorities and issues
• Lead project close‑out of the project, including turnover of manuals and warranties, and preparation of final payment documents for subcontractors
• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with counterparts at owner, engineering, and design firms
• Establish a deadline and monitor the progress of the project
• Proactively identify and develop relationships with industry professionals to generate and win the right work
• Exceed our stakeholders’ expectations by anticipating their needs, desires, and goals

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Construction Management, Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or other business‑related fields or similar relevant work experience
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Careful attention to detail and reliability of output
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast‑paced team environment
• Must be intermediate (above average) in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience with SAP
• Experience with Textura, Coupa, or Google platforms is a plus
• Highly motivated individual with strong organizational and time‑management skills
• Strong quantitative, analytical, and problem‑solving skills

Physical Side of the Role

Given that a good portion of your day will be spent at a desk, you should be comfortable with prolonged periods of focused work, whether it’s collaborating with colleagues, analyzing data, or developing strategies. The role demands effective communication and sharp visual acuity for reviewing complex documents and performing detailed computer work. The ability to lift and move objects up to 10pounds regularly, and up to 25pounds on occasion, is also required.

Work Environment

Your primary workspace will be in our professional office, which has a typical, quiet‑to‑moderate noise and light levels. As part of your work, you may also be required to visit active construction sites. These environments are naturally more dynamic and can include exposure to outdoor weather conditions, louder noise, and moving equipment.

Compensation

For this role the base salary range is $78,000 - $110,000. Compensation may vary outside of this range depending on a number of factors, including a candidate’s education, experience, skills, and geographic location. Base pay is one part of the Total Compensation Package that is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Clark Construction Group, LLC (and its subsidiaries and affiliates) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, age, national origin, religion, physical and mental disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship, pregnancy or maternity, protected veteran status, or any other status prohibited by applicable national, federal, state or local law. Clark promotes a drug‑free workplace. Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws: Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), and Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA). Clark is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please email [e-mail] or call (800) 655‑1330 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Authorization to Work: Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the US on a full‑time basis in order to be considered.