Project Controller

Adolfson & Peterson Construction; Alexandria (LA); Hybrid; USD 104,000 - 172,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

HSA

401(k)

FSAs

PTO & Holidays

Tuition Assistance

Referral Bonus

Job summary

Adolfson & Peterson Construction is seeking a Project Controller for a large data center project near Alexandria, LA. The role may be remote, with travel to site about one week per month.

The role supports cost control, cash flow, AP/AR, and monthly reporting, including budget analysis and close processes. Requires 8+ years in project accounting and proficiency in Excel, Viewpoint Spectrum, and Oracle TPM.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
• Minimum 8 years of project accounting experience.
• Data center experience preferred.
• Proficient in Excel, Viewpoint Spectrum, Oracle TPM, and construction project management tools.
• Demonstrated integrity and ethical standards.
• Strong communication, organization, collaboration and interpersonal skills.
• This position may require onsite visits at least monthly during the project duration.

Responsibilities

• Manage cost control, cash flow, accounts payable/receivable, and project profitability.
• Prepare monthly financial projections and assist in month-end close.
• Support audits and subcontractor prequalification processes.
• Ensure correct coding of project costs and accurate billing.
• Provide financial reporting to project leadership.

Skills

Financial acumen

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Integrity and ethics

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Viewpoint Spectrum

Oracle TPM

Construction project management tools

Job description

Job Description

Adolfson and Peterson Construction is currently hiring for a Project Controller. Initially, this role will be assigned to a large data center project located near Alexandria, LA. The individual hired into this role may work remotely, though, will be expected to travel to the project site for approximately 1 week per month.

This position will support projects in all accounting and finance functions. The Project Controller plays an important role in areas such as cost control, cash flow management, accounts payable and receivable, profit projections and analysis, financial risk mitigation, and contract compliance. The Project Controller will be a key part of the month end close process, assisting in preparing the financial reporting for the project management team.

Responsibilities

• Take personal responsibility for working safely within an Incident and Injury Free (IIF) culture.
• Prepare cost-plus, lump sum, or GMP contract billings, with required backup as needed.
• Manage pay application review process. Work with project team to generate timely billing and ensure stakeholders provide timely approvals resulting in favorable project cash flows.
• Assist project manager with budget management and analysis and preparation of monthly financial projections, including potential cost issues. Proactively identify project issues and ensure contract and budget compliance.
• Ensure all project costs (equipment, material, labor, etc..) are processed correctly and review non-reimbursable costs for proper coding. Track billing receipts and costs against budget and forecast.
• Conduct ongoing project cost analysis identifying trends and insights. Using analysis and trend data, prepare monthly financial reporting for project team and leadership.
• Be prepared to respond to project-related audit requests from the owner or external auditor.
• Participate in subcontractor prequalification process and coordinate with the project team to ensure compliance with AP subcontractor risk mitigation standards.
• Provide oversight to project coordinators including assistance with subcontractor management, lien waiver collection, billing backup support, contract change orders, etc.
• Participate in monthly CORE meetings to effectively communicate state of project financials to the leadership team.
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• History of progressively more complex experience with proven results including:
  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, and/or related field.
  • Minimum of 8 years of project account experience.
  • Data center experience preferred.Demonstrated financial acumen, including experience creating financial analysis for business decision support.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Viewpoint Spectrum, Oracle TPM, and construction project management tools.
• Demonstrated integrity and ethical standards
• Experience in driving accountability for financial and operational effectiveness, integrating and aligning efforts within teams, monitoring results, and tackling problems directly.
• Effective communication, organization, collaboration and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated high attention to detail.
• Passion for continuous improvement and driving change.
• This position may work remotely but is required to be onsite at the project location at least once per month during the project duration.

Estimated Pay

$104,000.00 - $172,000.00

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• 401(k)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Dependent & Medical Reimbursement)
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holidays
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Bonus

Adolfson & Peterson Construction’s (AP) ability to adapt and innovate has driven our success for more than 80 years. We are consistently ranked among the top construction managers and general contractors in the nation while maintaining one of the safest records in the industry. We bring positive and measurable change to the communities where we live, work and build. And we invest in new processes and technology to be operationally excellent and remain at the forefront of the ever-changing industry.

We have been committed to quality, innovation, safety and strong relationships since our beginning in 1946. AP offers preconstruction, construction and contracting services to commercial, education, healthcare, hospitality, industrial, multifamily, municipal, data center, and senior living markets with offices across Arizona, Colorado, Minnesota, North Dakota, Texas, and Wyoming. We employ more than 850 team members who strive for excellence and embody loyalty, trust and genuine love for what they do.

We go beyond the build for our communities and our people.

Adolfson & Peterson Construction is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer