Project Controller

SSOE; Troy (MI); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

SSOE is seeking a seasoned Project Controller to lead cost and schedule reporting for complex capital projects across multiple markets. The role emphasizes developing standards, managing data systems, and guiding a controls team to ensure on-time, on-budget performance.

The candidate will oversee cost tracking, generate critical reports, and collaborate with managers to optimize project delivery. Travel is required, with a strong emphasis on cross-functional coordination and continuous

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering or architecture preferred.
• 10 years direct working experience in Scheduling, Estimating, Cost Control and other Project Management activities.
• 20 years direct working experience in field in lieu of degree.
• CCE, CAPM or PMP certification preferred.
• Demonstrates good organizational, verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in prevailing project controls software required.

Responsibilities

• May supervise the activities and review the work of project controls staff.
• Creates and maintains routine and special reports reflecting cost and/or schedule status for complex projects, including design, procurement, construction, commissioning, and start-up.
• Assists manager in the development of standards and systems for the project controls group.
• Develops databases and spreadsheets for monitoring and preparing project cost, schedule, and procurement reports.
• Reconciles various project cost estimates and project costs with capital accounting reports.
• Interprets reports and communicates variations in cost, schedules, trends, and/or project strategies to appropriate personnel.
• Analyzes scheduling information for opportunities to improve schedule adherence and balance project manpower requirements.
• Meets with management and technical leads to set up project scheduling and cost tracking databases, reports, spreadsheets.
• Meets with management and technical leads to review and/or finalize project costs, budgets, and/or schedules.
• Attends internal and external project meetings to report cost and schedule status.
• Works with manager, project managers, and other disciplines for input regarding reporting systems and methods.
• Assists manager in cross training Project Controls staff to maximize department efficiency.
• May participate in business development presentations, writes proposals, and prepares estimates for project controls activities.
• Works with manager and project manager to evaluate systems, software, and methods for continuous improvement of team performance.
• Trains others on the use and/or development of project controls databases, reports, spreadsheets and software applications.
• Travel required.
• Valid driver's license required. May be waived for international assignments.

Skills

Scheduling

Cost control

Reporting

Data analysis

Team supervision

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering or architecture preferred

Tools

Project controls software

Job description

Project Controller

Job Locations US-OH-Toledo | US-GA-Atlanta | US-TX-Austin | US-AL-Birmingham | US-OR-Hillsboro | US-AL-Huntsville | US-TN-Nashville | US-AZ-Scottsdale | US-MI-Troy

• ID 2026-3748
• Category Architects
• Type Full Time

Overview

You don't have to be an employee long before you understand the SSOE difference. It goes back to our history of reinventing ourselves for new markets, serious rates of growth year after year, and being ahead of the curve in technology. Those are the achievements of a company that rewards talent and effort in ways that mean the most to the individual.

When you work at SSOE, you work with the best and you're a part of something bigger than yourself. And providing the best possible workplace for our employees gives us a competitive advantage - helping us attract and retain top talent and drive better business results.

AI and Innovation

At SSOE, we don't just talk about the future, we build it. As a leader in industry AI adoption, we empower our team to work smarter by providing responsible access to the industry leading AI Large Language Models, vibe-coding platforms, and securely integrating advanced tools into every role. From day one, you'll receive the training and support needed to leverage AI as a core tool for enhancing productivity, sparking creativity, and streamlining complex workflows.

Responsibilities

The following duties are typical of the position, but are not all encompassing. Responsibilities include those required to deliver quality service on schedule and within budget in a team environment.

• May supervise the activities and review the work of project controls staff.
• Creates and maintains routine and special reports that accurately reflect the cost and/or schedule status for complex projects, which may include the design, procurement, construction, commissioning, and start-up.
• Assists manager in the development of standards and systems for the project controls group.
• Develops databases and spreadsheets for monitoring and preparing project cost, schedule, and procurement reports.
• Reconciles various project cost estimates and project costs with capital accounting reports.
• Interprets reports and communicates variations in cost, schedules, trends, and /or project strategies to appropriate personnel.
• Analyzes scheduling information for opportunities to improve schedule adherence and balance project manpower requirements.
• Meets with management and technical leads to set up project scheduling and cost tracking databases, reports, spreadsheets.
• Meets with management and technical leads to review and/or finalize project costs, budgets, and/or schedules.
• Attends internal and external project meetings to report cost and schedule status.
• Works with manager, project managers, and other disciplines for input regarding reporting systems and methods.
• Assists manager in cross training Project Controls staff to maximize department efficiency.
• May participate in business development presentations, writes proposals, and prepares estimates for project controls activities.
• Works with manager and project manager to evaluate systems, software, and methods for continuous improvement of team performance.
• Trains others on the use and/or development of project controls databases, reports, spreadsheets and software applications.
• Travel required.
• Valid driver's license required. May be waived for international assignments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering or architecture preferred
• Ten (10) years direct working experience in Scheduling, Estimating, Cost Control, and other Project Management related activities.
• Twenty (20) years direct working experience in this field in lieu of degree.
• Certified Cost Engineer (CCE), Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) or Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred.
• Demonstrates good organizational, verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in prevailing project controls software required.