Project Controller Retail Construction Management

Turner & Townsend; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Turner & Townsend in San Diego is seeking a Project Controller to support project budgeting, forecasting, governance and reporting. You will collaborate with Project Managers and clients to ensure financial oversight and successful delivery of high‑tech retail projects.

The role emphasizes strong communication, attention to detail, and effective information sharing among stakeholders. On‑site presence is expected, with standard office hours and potential client-facing duties.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, architecture, engineering or field related to construction.
• A minimum of 2 years of applicable experience.
• Proactive, organized, and thorough with a strong work ethic.
• Work as an effective and collaborative team member in delivering the project.
• Exposure to project management software systems.
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Excel, and Google tools.
• Strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Project Manager in ensuring the project is managed to the right quality standards and completed efficiently and on time.
• Assist with establishing effective project governance, processes and systems to be utilized throughout project.
• Ensure that key information and data is effectively shared and appropriately retained.
• Build & maintain strong relationships with the client and team members.
• Interface with multiple stakeholders, including executive management, project team members, consultants and vendors.
• Assist with the flow of project information between team members / stakeholders.
• Attend relevant meetings, update and maintain issues/actions logs as current.
• Development of detailed project plans, attendance at status meetings and follow-up with team members on completion status, close-out of open items.
• Contribute to monthly reporting on various aspects of the Client's program.
• Preparation of various reports for multiple audiences, including formal project management reports, executive dashboards and other reporting requirements.
• Assist with the preparation of proposals for new projects or variations to existing projects.
• SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.
• Develop, maintain, and monitor project budgets, forecasts, and cost models to support strategic decision-making for initiatives within a high-tech retail environment.
• Ensure adherence to internal controls, accounting standards, and project governance frameworks throughout the project lifecycle.
• Provide clear, consistent communication to stakeholders regarding project financial health, risks, and required actions to ensure smooth project execution.

Skills

Budgeting & forecasting

Financial reporting

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in construction management, architecture, engineering or field related to construction

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Google tools

Job description

Job Description

Turner & Townsend is seeking a Project Controller to join our San Diego team. Working closely with Project Managers and clients, you'll play a key role in construction document administration, project reporting, financial management, governance, and successful project delivery. Attention to detail, strong communication, and responsiveness are essential for success in this role.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Project Manager in ensuring the project is managed to the right quality standards and completed efficiently and on time.
• Assist with establishing effective project governance, processes and systems to be utilized throughout project.
• Ensure that key information and data is effectively shared and appropriately retained.
• Build & maintain strong relationships with the client and team members.
• Interface with multiple stakeholders, including executive management, project team members, consultants and vendors.
• Assist with the flow of project information between team members / stakeholders.
• Attend relevant meetings, update and maintain issues/actions logs as current.
• Development of detailed project plans, attendance at status meetings and follow-up with team members on completion status, close-out of open items.
• Contribute to monthly reporting on various aspects of the Client's program.
• Preparation of various reports for multiple audiences, including formal project management reports, executive dashboards and other reporting requirements.
• Assist with the preparation of proposals for new projects or variations to existing projects.
• SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.

Financial Planning & Analysis

• Develop, maintain, and monitor project budgets, forecasts, and cost models to support strategic decision-making for initiatives within a high-tech retail environment.

Compliance & Governance

• Ensure adherence to internal controls, accounting standards, and project governance frameworks throughout the project lifecycle.

Stakeholder Communication

• Provide clear, consistent communication to stakeholders regarding project financial health, risks, and required actions to ensure smooth project execution.

Qualifications

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, architecture, engineering or field related to construction.

• A minimum of 2 years of applicable experience.

• Proactive, organized, and thorough with a strong work ethic.

• Work as an effective and collaborative team member in delivering the project.

• Exposure to project management software systems.

• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Excel, and Google tools.

• Strong communication skills.

Additional Information

*On-site presence and requirements may change depending on our client's needs.

The base salary range for this role is $80K-$90K. This range reflects the company's good faith estimate of the base salary for this position at the time of the posting. Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, skills, qualifications, and internal equity. In addition to base salary, employees may be eligible for bonuses and a comprehensive benefits package

Our inspired people share our vision and mission. We provide a great place to work, where each person has the opportunity and voice to affect change.

We want our people to succeed both in work and life. To support this we promote a healthy, productive and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance.

Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.

Please find out more about us at www.turnerandtownsend.com/ and https://www.heery.com/

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.