Construction Project Controller: Budgeting & Forecasting

Summit Line Construction; Caldwell (ID); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO from day 1

401(k) immediate vesting

Medical plans

Dental plan

Vision plan

Life insurance

Short/long-term disability

Paid holidays

Employee discounts

Wellness program

Job summary

Summit Line Construction is seeking a Project Controller to join our team in Caldwell, ID. You will oversee budgeting, cost tracking, and financial reporting for a large data center construction project, coordinating with project managers, site supervisors, and finance teams.

You will develop detailed budgets, monitor variances, and drive cost control actions to protect project profitability. The role requires strong accounting knowledge, Excel skills, and experience with construction programs;

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Construction Management, or a related field.
• MBA, MFPA, or advanced financial certifications preferred.
• 3–5 years of experience in project accounting, construction finance, or project cost control.
• Strong knowledge of construction accounting principles, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Experience with high-voltage transmission & distribution construction projects is a plus.
• Proficiency in JDE, SAP, or other financial management systems.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with expertise in variance analysis.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, financial modeling).
• Proficiency in project management software and financial reporting tools.
• Understanding of construction contracts, legal compliance, and financial risk management.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage project budgets and cost breakdowns.
• Assist in setting up WBS with Project Managers and Major Projects structure.
• Lead forecasting efforts with Project Managers and Construction Managers.
• Monitor and adjust cost-to-complete estimates.
• Identify budget variances and implement corrective actions.
• Monitor actual costs vs. budget and provide variance analysis.
• Track cost drivers and ensure accurate financial postings.
• Provide weekly/monthly reports on cost and schedule performance.
• Support risk registry updates with financial risk insights.
• Review and manage contracts with vendors and subcontractors.
• Process change orders and assess financial impact.
• Ensure cash flow with timely invoicing and collections.
• Maintain compliance with contractual obligations.

Skills

Variance analysis

Budgeting

Forecasting

JDE/SAP

Excel (Pivot tables, VLOOKUP)

Financial modeling

Project management software

Construction accounting

Financial risk management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting / Finance / Construction Management

MBA or MFPA or advanced financial certifications

Tools

JDE

SAP

Job description

Summit Line Construction is seeking a Project Controller to join our team in Caldwell, ID. You will oversee budgeting, cost tracking, and financial reporting for a large data center construction project, coordinating with project managers, site supervisors, and finance teams.

You will develop detailed budgets, monitor variances, and drive cost control actions to protect project profitability. The role requires strong accounting knowledge, Excel skills, and experience with construction programs;