Project Audit Manager

ArchKey Solutions LLC; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) retirement savings with company

Paid time off and holidays

Wellness programs

Professional development opportunities

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance programs

Job summary

ArchKey Solutions LLC is seeking a Project Audit Manager to evaluate the financial, operational, and compliance performance of electrical construction projects. The role focuses on cost controls, billing accuracy, change orders, labor productivity, and adherence to company policies and regulations.

The candidate will execute audits across preconstruction, active construction, and close-out phases, collaborating with operations, safety, and finance teams to strengthen controls and reduce risk.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Construction Management, Engineering, or related field.
• 5–7 years of experience in construction auditing, project controls, or financial oversight.
• Strong understanding of electrical construction practices and job costing.
• Proven analytical and communication skills with cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Executes project audits across preconstruction, active construction, and close-out phases.
• Applies standardized audit methodologies, risk criteria, and reporting frameworks.
• Supports improvement of audit processes, tools, and reporting consistency.
• Reviews project budgets, forecasts, labor productivity, procurement, billing, and cost performance.
• Evaluates job costing, revenue recognition, and WIP schedules for discrepancies and risks.

Skills

Financial analysis

Project auditing

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

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

Tools

Job costing systems

ERP software

NEC/NFPA/OSHA knowledge

Job description

Description

PROJECT AUDIT MANAGER

This position is can be based out of any Archkey Office

About ArchKey

ArchKey is one of the nation's largest privately held specialty trade installation and integrated facility service companies. We are a leader in designing, building and maintaining electrical, technologies and specialty systems. We’re the POWER behind making the improbable possible. W e’re electrifying the nation, energizing the future and bringing communities to life like never before. What we do today shapes the vision of tomorrow. Our work impacts lives long after the building is done. This means we are committed to building in ways that are not just technologically advanced, but sustainable, scalable and equitable by all. We’re not just energizing infrastructure, we’re energizing careers, communities, and the future.

About the Position

The Project Audit Manager supports the company’s project audit function by evaluating the financial, operational, and compliance performance of electrical construction projects. This role focuses on assessing project execution, cost controls, billing accuracy, change order management, labor productivity, and adherence to internal policies and industry regulations, in alignment with all Company policies, procedures, key objectives and regulations. The Project Audit Manager works collaboratively within the audit team to execute audit activities and aligns with the program direction established by the Director.

Our Ideal Candidate

• Demonstrates strong expertise in financial analysis, project accounting, and audit practices.
• Possesses a deep understanding of construction -electrical projects
• Exhibits a high level of attention to detail and integrity,
• Ensures compliance with internal policies, regulatory requirements, and accurate financial reporting.

Day in the Life

• Executes project audits across preconstruction, active construction, and close-out phases, including participation in project retrospectives.
• Applies standardized audit methodologies, risk criteria, and reporting frameworks established by audit leadership.
• Supports the continuous improvement of audit processes, tools, and reporting consistency.
• Performs detailed reviews of project budgets, forecasts, labor productivity, procurement practices, billing, and cost performance.
• Analyzes job costing, revenue recognition, and Work-in-Progress (WIP) schedules to identify discrepancies, risks, or trends.
• Validates supporting documentation for change orders, time-and-material (T&M) work, and subcontractor invoices, ensuring proper approvals and contract alignment.
• Evaluates field execution for alignment with company standards, contract requirements, and safety expectations.
• Reviews labor utilization, equipment deployment, material management, and subcontractor performance for efficiency and effectiveness.
• Assess project schedules and identifies risks related to delays, rework, or cost exposure.
• Assesses compliance with company policies, contractual obligations, and applicable codes and standards (NEC, NFPA, OSHA).
• Evaluates internal controls related to project documentation, timekeeping, billing processes, and project close-out.
• Verifies that required contractual notices and documentation are properly executed by project teams.
• Collaborates with operations, safety, and finance teams to strengthen control environments and reduce risk.
• Prepares clear, concise audit findings, including risk assessments and actionable recommendations.
• Supports communication of audit results, trends, and insights to audit leadership and business stakeholders.
• Maintains accurate documentation of audit activities and ensures audit files are complete and audit-ready.
• Tracks remediation efforts and partners with project teams to support timely and effective resolution of audit findings.
• Consistently makes decisions in an attentive and safe manner to ensure the safety and health of self and others.
• Utilizes LEAN concepts or other continuous improvement methodologies to ensure the most efficient operations, processes, and activities.
• Promotes and models the Company mission, vision and values through exercising sound and ethical business practices, championing all elements of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) and providing high quality services and programs as they relate to clients, subcontractors, co-workers, suppliers, and the public.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field.
• Management, Engineering, or a related field.
• 5–7 years of experience in construction auditing, project controls, operations, or financial oversight within electrical contracting or the broader construction industry.
• Experience in large project construction operations, project controls, or auditing.
• Strong understanding of electrical construction practices, project lifecycles, and job costing systems.
• Knowledge of applicable codes and standards (NEC, NFPA, OSHA).
• Proven analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills with strong attention to detail.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build collaborative relationships across functions.

Benefits

At ArchKey Solutions, our benefits package includes competitive health insurance options (medical, dental, and vision), a robust 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match, paid time off and holidays, and access to wellness programs. Additionally, we offer professional development opportunities, tuition reimbursement, and employee assistance programs to support your growth and well-being. We ensure that our benefits are designed to promote the health, security, and work-life balance of our employees. Additional information is available at Archkey.com.

Legal & Fraud Disclaimer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. We are an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer.

Beware of fraudulent job postings. ArchKey Solutions only communicates through official channels. All official communication will come from an @archkey.com email address and we will never ask for financial information, payments, or personal details outside of the standard hiring process. To confirm the legitimacy of a job, visit our careers page or reach out to a member of our Talent Acquisition team.