Manager, Construction Compliance Advisory

Jobtailor; Illinois; On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Baker Tilly seeks a senior professional to lead construction compliance and risk engagements in Illinois. You will manage client engagements, apply audit methodologies, and review project documents for contractual and regulatory compliance.

The role requires strong analytical skills, leadership experience, and the ability to collaborate across cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality reports and drive project performance.

Qualifications

• 4-year degree is required.
• 5+ years of professional experience.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred.
• 5+ years in construction, internal audit, accounting, finance, or related fields preferred.
• Professional certifications such as CPA/CIA/CFE/PMP/CCA/CCP/CA preferred.
• 2+ years leadership experience preferred.
• Experience with construction contract auditing, project controls, construction risk, compliance, or internal audit preferred.
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple client engagements in a fast-paced environment.
• Collaborative with cross-functional and geographically dispersed teams.
• Strong client service mindset and commitment to quality.

Responsibilities

• Lead construction compliance and risk engagements, including audits and controls assessments.
• Engagement manager and trusted advisor for client engagements.
• Apply construction audit methodology to evaluate projects across the lifecycle.
• Review construction financial records, contracts, billings, and project documentation for compliance.
• Identify risks, control gaps, and process improvement opportunities.
• Develop practical recommendations to mitigate risk and enhance performance.
• Manage multiple client engagements simultaneously.
• Prepare and review workpapers, reports, and client deliverables.
• Collaborate with internal teams and client stakeholders to ensure successful execution.
• Lead proposal development, presentations, and business development activities.
• Mentor and develop consultants and senior consultants.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Communication Skills

Client Service Mindset

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree (Accounting/Finance/Construction Management/Engineering)

CPA/CIA/CFE/PMP or similar certification preferred

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

• Lead construction compliance and risk engagements, including construction contract audits and controls assessments
• Serve as the engagement manager and trusted advisor for client engagements
• Apply Baker Tilly's construction audit methodology to evaluate construction projects throughout the project lifecycle
• Perform and oversee detailed reviews of construction financial records, contracts, billings, and project documentation to assess compliance with contractual requirements, industry standards, and applicable regulations
• Identify project risks, control gaps, and process improvement opportunities
• Develop practical recommendations to mitigate risk and enhance project performance
• Manage multiple client engagements simultaneously
• Prepare and review high-quality workpapers, reports, and client deliverables
• Collaborate with internal teams and client stakeholders to ensure efficient project execution and successful engagement outcomes
• Lead proposal development, presentations, and business development activities to support practice growth
• Mentor and develop consultants and senior consultants while fostering a collaborative, high-performing team culture.

Requirements

• 4-year degree
• 5 years of professional experience
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field preferred
• Five (5) or more years of relevant professional experience in construction, internal audit, accounting, finance, project management, engineering, consulting, or a related discipline preferred
• Professional certification such as CPA, CIA, CFE, PMP, CCA, CCP, CA, or another relevant credential preferred
• 2+ years direct or indirect leadership experience preferred
• Experience with construction contract auditing, project controls, construction risk, compliance, or internal audit preferred
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and client engagements in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Highly collaborative with the ability to work independently and across cross-functional and geographically dispersed teams
• Strong client service mindset with a commitment to quality, continuous learning, and professional integrity
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word for data analysis, documentation, and reporting
• Willingness to travel occasionally to client and project sites
• Naturally curious, detail-oriented, and motivated to understand how processes work and identify opportunities for improvement.

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in construction compliance, risk management, and audit methodologies, with a strong focus on financial analysis and project performance improvement. Proven ability to lead client engagements, mentor teams, and deliver high-quality reports and recommendations.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Construction Contract Auditing
• Project Controls
• Risk Management
• Leadership Experience
• Professional Certification

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Construction Compliance
• Financial Analysis
• Contract Audits
• Project Management
• Data Analysis

Soft Skills

• Analytical Skills
• Problem-Solving
• Communication Skills
• Client Service Mindset
• Collaboration

Certifications & Qualifications

• CPA
• CIA
• CFE
• PMP
• CCA
• CCP
• CA

Industry Keywords

• Construction Management
• Internal Audit
• Compliance
• Financial Records
• Project Documentation

Tools & Technologies

• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Word