Commercial Project Manager (CPM) - Finance Controller

Siemens Mobility; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 91,000 - 157,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Job summary

Siemens Mobility in Houston, TX, seeks a Commercial Project Manager (CPM) – Finance Controller for the Central Region in a hybrid role. Responsibilities cover commercial aspects across the project life cycle, including bid management, planning, forecasting, and reporting.

Requirements include 5+ years in commercial project controlling, CPM certification, and 10–20% travel. The role interacts with Sales, Project Managers, auditors, and finance colleagues.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business or related field.
• 5+ years of work experience in commercial project controlling/management in construction projects.
• PM@Siemens - CPM certificate or equivalent.
• Required travel: 10-20%.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.

Responsibilities

• Manage the project life cycle from bid to completion.
• Oversee bid preparation, contract terms and risk evaluation with Legal support.
• Forecasting, budgeting, cost control and ensuring timely invoicing in SAP.
• Coordinate with Project Manager and cross-functional teams to meet project targets.
• Ensure compliance with IFRS, US GAAP, tax and other regulations.

Skills

English proficiency

Communication skills

Project controlling

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business

Master’s degree in business administration

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

Commercial Project Manager (CPM) - Finance Controller

Commercial Project Manager (CPM) - Finance Controller

Here at Siemens, we take pride in enabling sustainable progress through technology. We do this through empowering customers by combining the real and digital worlds. Improving how we live, work, and move today and for the next generation!We know that the only way a business thrives is if our people are thriving. That’s why we always put our people first. Our global, diverse team would be happy to support you and challenge you to grow in new ways.Who knows where our shared journey will take you?

Transform everyday with us.

Our Smart Buildings help to create efficient, safe, adaptable, andresponsible environments. Our aim isn’t just about improving buildings; it’s about creating perfect places that improve people’s lives.

The Commercial Project Manager (CPM) - Finance Controller (Central Region). Location: Houston TX. Position is Hybrid and occasional travel is required

The Commercial Project Manager (CPM) – Finance Controller will be responsible for commercial aspects related to large infrastructure projects - from the sales phase through execution to project completion. Responsibilities encompass proposal management, project performance measurement, planning, forecasting, and reporting. The CPM partners with Sales and the Project Manager during the project life cycle and interacts with Customers, Suppliers, Engineering, Procurement, Legal, other Commercial Project Managers, regional and national Finance colleagues, internal and external Auditors and other internal and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities:

Manage the project throughout the Project Life Cycle

• Oversee the bid preparation and approval process (Limits of Authority), review, evaluate and negotiate contractual terms with support of Legal department, evaluate risks and ensure conformance during project execution
• Empower yourself as commercial project entrepreneur during the project execution phase from order intake, through design, delivery, installation and commissioning to warranty phase
• Partner with the Project Manager in identifying, evaluating, and assessing risks and opportunities, and developing strategies and response activities to avoid margin slippage
• Prepare and present commercial topics in internal and external project meetings and elevate critical issues when necessary
• Manage customer requirements and stakeholder expectations with the Project Manager
• Secure project target by enforcing stringent contract and claim management
• Ensure compliance with standards, rules, and regulations, fostering a culture of trust and integrity (e.g. financial reporting guidelines acc. to IFRS and US GAAP, tax regulations, business conduct, signature rights, export control, EHS, ICFR/RIC etc.)

Manage Project Finances & Planning

• Partner with the Project Manager to manage financial results, focusing on project gross profit, cash flow and minimizing non-conformance costs
• Perform annual budgeting, monthly forecasting & cost control, cash flow reconciliation, and deviation analysis. Ensure accuracy of project books and records in SAP
• Ensure timely invoicing, actively managing receivables, and maximize cash flow
• Coordinate procurement efforts to ensure best bids within budget and compliance with customer contracts
• Manage financial guarantees / bonds and insurance requirements
• Encourage team accountability, foster team collaboration, and conduct lessons-learned reviews for continuous improvement

You will impress us with the following qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Business, or related field
• Experience: 5+ years of work experience in commercial project controlling/management in construction projects
• PM@Siemens - CPM certificate or equivalent
• Required travel: 10-20%
• Demonstrated ability to take initiative and adapt to changing circumstances.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in business administration.
• Resilience in managing complex projects and overcoming challenges.
• Proficiency with SAP, Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

You’ll Benefit From
Siemens offers a variety of health and wellness benefits to our employees. Details regarding our benefits can be found here: https://www.benefitsquickstart.com/siemens/index.html
The pay range for this position is $91,463 - $156,794 annually with a target incentive of 10% of the base salary. The actual wage offered may be lower or higher depending on budget and candidate experience, knowledge, skills, qualifications, and premium geographic location.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Siemens is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender, sex stereotyping, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, and other categories protected by federal, state or local law.

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Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or any characteristic protected by Federal or other applicable law.

Reasonable Accommodations
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Application Deadline
This role will be posted for a minimum of five (5) days from the original posting date. The posting timeline may change based on applicant volume to ensure we attract and consider a strong and representative candidate pool.

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Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Siemens is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender, sex stereotyping, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, and other categories protected by federal, state or local law.

EEO is the Law
Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or any characteristic protected by Federal or other applicable law.

Reasonable Accommodations
If you require a reasonable accommodation in completing a job application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please fill out the accommodations form by clicking on this link Accommodationfor disability form . If you’re unable to complete the form, you can reach out to our AskHR team for support at 1-866-743-6367. Please note our AskHR representatives do not have visibility of application or interview status.

Pay Transparency
Siemens follows Pay Transparency laws.

Application Deadline
This role will be posted for a minimum of five (5) days from the original posting date. The posting timeline may change based on applicant volume to ensure we attract and consider a strong and representative candidate pool.

California Privacy Notice
California residents have the right to receive additional notices about theirpersonal information. To learn more, click here .

Criminal History
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