Deputy Project Controller

OHLA USA; Riverdale Park (MD); On-site; USD 120,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance

Short- and Long-Term Disability & Life Insurance

401(k) retirement plan with employer matching

Tuition Reimbursement after 1 year of employment

Personal Time Off Program (PTO)

Engaging work environment

Job summary

A leading construction firm is seeking a Deputy Project Controller in Riverdale Park, MD. The role involves managing the Accounts Payable function, overseeing a team, and ensuring compliance with financial management best practices. Candidates should have a strong understanding of AP processes, financial accuracy, and experience in the construction industry. Benefits include medical insurance, a 401(k) plan, and tuition reimbursement after 1 year.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of Accounts Payable processes.
• Familiarity with ERP systems and analytical skills.
• Experience in construction or infrastructure projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage the existing Accounts Payable team.
• Review and process vendor and subcontractor invoices.
• Maintain strong internal controls over payments.
• Coordinate with headquarters for financial and AP matters.

Skills

Accounts Payable processes

Invoice validation and contract compliance

Advanced Excel skills

Analytical Skills

Attention to detail and financial accuracy

Communication with vendors and internal teams

Organizational and follow-up skills

Ability to push back when documentation or compliance is insufficient

5–10 years in Project finance/commercial roles with strong AP exposure

Experience in construction or infrastructure projects

Understanding of subcontractor payment structures

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Overview

Who is OHLA USA?

We are a company who believes in building a better, safer, more sustainable world for generations to come. We are committed to making a difference within our communities, who depend on the safety and reliability of the structures we build and is possible with our main asset, our people!

OHLA USA brings together the construction industry's most diverse talent who thrive in a collaborative work environment and appreciate challenges and opportunities. We currently have an opportunity for a Deputy Project Controller in Riverdale, MD. As the Deputy Project Controller manages and oversees the Accounts Payable (AP) function within an infrastructure project, ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant processing of all payments to contractors, suppliers, and consultants. Acts as the control point between project delivery and company headquarters, safeguarding cash flow discipline and compliance with accounting and financial management best practices.

Responsibilities

In close coordination with the Project Controls manager of the JV, manage the existing AP team (5-8 people) to deliver the following functions:

• Invoice & Payment Management
  • Review and process vendor, subcontractor, and consultant invoices
  • Ensure invoices align with:
    • Contract terms
    • Approved quantities / milestones
    • Supporting documentation (timesheets, delivery notes, etc.)
  • Manage payment cycles and ensure timely disbursement
• Cash Flow & Payment Forecasting
  • Support short-term cash flow planning based on:
    • Approved invoices
    • Pending payments
  • Coordinate payment prioritization at project level
• AP Controls & Process Improvement
  • Maintain strong internal controls over payments
  • Prevent duplicate or erroneous payments
  • Improve AP workflows (automation, standardization)
• Audit & Documentation
  • Maintain complete audit trail for all payments
  • Support internal and external audits
  • Ensure compliance with company policies and contractual obligations
• Coordinate with headquarters cash‑flows reports
  • Maintain continuous coordination with Head Quarters for all financial and AP matters
  • Provide regular cash‑flow estimates

Qualifications

Strong knowledge of:

• Accounts Payable processes
• Invoice validation and contract compliance

Familiarity with:

• ERP systems
• Procurement and contract structures in infrastructure projects
• Advanced Excel skills
• Analytical Skills
• Ability to detect inconsistencies in invoices, payment applications and cash‑flows
• Strong attention to detail and financial accuracy
• Soft Skills
• Clear communication with vendors and internal teams
• Strong organizational and follow‑up skills
• Ability to push back when documentation or compliance is insufficient
• 5–10 years in: Accounts Payable, or Project finance / commercial roles with strong AP exposure
• Experience in construction or infrastructure projects
• Understanding of subcontractor payment structures (progress billing, retention, etc.)

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
• Short‑ and Long‑Term Disability & Life Insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching
• Tuition Reimbursement after 1 year of employment
• Personal Time Off Program (PTO)
• Engaging work environment
• And much more!!

ADA Message

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee will require the ability to freely access all points of a construction site in wide‑ranging climates and environments. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; employee is frequently exposed to outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud noise.

EEO Statement

OHLA EEO Message: OHLA USA and its affiliates are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. VEVRRA Federal Contractor

Minimum Salary

USD $120,000.00/Yr.

Maximum Salary

USD $155,000.00/Yr.