Construction Project Controller - Finance & Risk (Travel)

Gilbane Building Company; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Gilbane Building Company seeks a Project Controller to lead all financial administration and fiscal management on a mega project or multiple large projects, with regular travel to Houston and San Antonio sites. You will guide project accounting, forecasting, and risk analysis to ensure profitability and adherence to Gilbane policies.

You will mentor teams, communicate progress to leadership, and support a culture of safety, integrity, and excellence across projects in Texas.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 8–10 years of experience in project accounting on large commercial construction projects.
• Or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Trains and supports project teams in all project accounting procedures.
• Supervises and trains direct reports; manages workload and performance.
• Ensures accuracy and completion of project forecast.
• Assists in the financial closing process including risk and opportunity analysis.
• Acts as Independent Accountant during forecast meetings to mitigate risk.
• Evaluates change management for inconsistencies and risk impacts.
• Monitors indicators for managing risk projects and informs leadership.

Skills

Communication

Excel

Forecasting

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business

Tools

Construction software

Job description

Gilbane Building Company seeks a Project Controller to lead all financial administration and fiscal management on a mega project or multiple large projects, with regular travel to Houston and San Antonio sites. You will guide project accounting, forecasting, and risk analysis to ensure profitability and adherence to Gilbane policies.

You will mentor teams, communicate progress to leadership, and support a culture of safety, integrity, and excellence across projects in Texas.