Construction Project Controller: Budget, Cost & Forecasting

Blue Ridge Executive Search; New York (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Blue Ridge Executive Search is seeking a skilled financial professional to oversee project budgets, forecasts, and expenditures within the construction sector. You will collaborate with project managers, procurement, and accounting to ensure accurate cost control and timely reporting.

The role emphasizes strong Excel modeling, job cost accounting expertise, and adherence to contract and regulatory requirements in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, construction management, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in financial analysis, project cost control, or accounting in the construction industry.
• Proficiency in construction project management software (e.g., Procore, Primavera P6) and financial systems.
• Strong understanding of job cost accounting, budget tracking, and financial reporting.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial modeling.
• Knowledge of construction contracts, change orders, and billing processes is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitor project budgets, forecasts, and expenditures, ensuring alignment with financial goals.
• Track and analyze project costs, identify variances, and recommend corrective actions.
• Prepare and present financial reports, dashboards, and KPIs to management.
• Assist in the development of project budgets and financial forecasts.
• Coordinate with finance teams to ensure accurate and timely invoicing and payment processing.
• Ensure financial compliance with contract terms, regulatory requirements, and company policies.
• Identify financial risks and provide recommendations for mitigation.
• Collaboration: Work closely with project managers, procurement, and accounting teams to support financial decision-making.
• Process Improvement: Assist in streamlining financial procedures to enhance efficiency and accuracy.

Skills

Financial analysis

Cost control

Accounting

Forecasting

Excel

KPIs

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Construction Management or related field

Tools

Procore

Primavera P6

Job description

Blue Ridge Executive Search is seeking a skilled financial professional to oversee project budgets, forecasts, and expenditures within the construction sector. You will collaborate with project managers, procurement, and accounting to ensure accurate cost control and timely reporting.

The role emphasizes strong Excel modeling, job cost accounting expertise, and adherence to contract and regulatory requirements in a fast-paced environment.