Project Controller

Sunstone Environmental Solutions; Reno (NV); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Flexible time off

Job summary

An environmental consulting firm in the Greater Reno Area is seeking a Project Controls Professional. This role involves overseeing project costs, schedules, and forecasts. You'll collaborate closely with project managers and clients to maintain financial clarity across projects. Ideal candidates have a strong background in accounting or finance, with 2-7 years of experience in project controls, and have robust Excel skills. Join a flexible team environment where your contributions drive real impact and growth opportunities abound.

Qualifications

• Approximately two to seven years of experience in project controls, project accounting, or related roles.
• Experience in consulting, construction, mining, or engineering environments is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support project execution with cost, schedule, and forecast controls.
• Build and maintain project cost trackers.
• Prepare draft invoices and support revenue recognition.

Skills

Strong Excel skills

Detail oriented

Clear communication

Ability to work independently

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Engineering, or related field

Tools

Smartsheet

Power BI

Job description

4 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants

Location: Greater Reno Area (Hybrid with Travel)

Type: Full time | Early to Mid-Career

About Us

Sunstone Environmental Solutions is a Nevada based environmental consulting firm serving the mining and industrial sectors across the Western United States. We specialize in permitting, compliance, environmental planning, and project management with a strong focus on quality, integrity, and practical solutions. Our team thrives on autonomy, flexibility, and delivering exceptional results for our clients.

This is an ideal launchpad for a driven project controls professional who wants real ownership over numbers, structure, and reporting. If you've felt your efforts overlooked in past roles, here you'll get the recognition and rewards that match your hustle - fueling rapid growth in a merit‑based environment.

What You Will Do

This role sits at the center of project execution, supporting the technical team by keeping costs, schedules, and forecasts tightly under control. You will work closely with project managers, leadership, and clients to provide clear financial visibility across multiple projects.

Project Controls and Tracking

• Build and maintain project cost trackers for active and proposed projects
• Track budget versus actuals, commitments, and forecasts across multiple work packages
• Support development of project budgets and updates as scopes evolve

Invoicing and Revenue Support

• Prepare draft invoices, reconcile time and expenses, and coordinate with project managers before submission
• Ensure costs are coded correctly to projects, tasks, and phases
• Support revenue recognition and work in progress reviews as needed

Forecasting and Reporting

• Develop and maintain monthly and quarterly cost forecasts for projects
• Prepare internal reporting packages that summarize spend, variances, and risks
• Create simple, clear visuals and tables for leadership and client presentations

Data Management and Systems

• Maintain organized project files, logs, and registers for budgets, changes, and contracts
• Help refine and improve internal templates for AFEs, budgets, and reports
• Support integration of project data into tools such as Excel, Smartsheet, and other platforms

Coordination and Support

• Work closely with technical staff to understand scope, schedule, and risk drivers
• Participate in internal project review meetings and support preparation of materials
• Occasionally support field or site based work with basic cost and schedule tracking on active programs

What You Bring

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Engineering, or a related field
• Experience: Approximately two to seven years of experience in project controls, project accounting, or related roles. Experience in consulting, construction, mining, or engineering environments is preferred

Technical Skills

• Strong Excel skills including formulas, lookups, and basic charts
• Comfort working with budgets, cost codes, invoices, and financial data
• Familiarity with project management or accounting software is a plus
• Experience with Smartsheet, Power BI, or similar tools is a bonus but not required
• Detail oriented, organized, and reliable with a strong sense of ownership
• Clear written and verbal communication, including concise email and summary writing
• Able to work independently in a remote and hybrid environment while collaborating with the team

• Travel: Willing and able to travel occasionally, including trips to remote sites for project or client meetings
• Location: Must live in the greater Reno area or be willing to relocate upon hire

What Makes This Role Different

• Direct Impact: Your work directly supports decisions on active field programs, drilling, construction, and permitting efforts
• Hands On Growth: Gain exposure to real projects with mentorship and guidance from senior professionals who are actively in the field and with clients
• Flexibility: Base from home in the Reno area, with a hybrid schedule that includes in person collaboration at our future office and occasional travel
• Career Path: Clear opportunities to grow into Senior Project Controller, Project Manager, or broader operations roles as your skills and experience grow
• Valued Expertise: We prioritize curiosity, accuracy, and execution. Your contributions drive client wins and are visible from day one
• High Performance Rewards: Hard work pays off with competitive pay, bonuses, and fast track promotions. This is a merit driven team where top performers are recognized, challenged, and compensated for going above and beyond, while staying available during core hours from eight to five to maintain team momentum.

Compensation and Benefits

• Health: Company-paid medical, dental, and vision
• 401(k): With 4% company match
• Time Off: Flexible time off - schedule as needed, provided deliverables are met.
• Work Culture: Results-oriented and collaborative, emphasizing professional growth and rewarding good work

Apply Today

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Come build something meaningful with a team that blends real experience, disciplined project control, and a practical approach to help our clients succeed.